Citi Trends Appoints Chief Merchandising Officer
Citi Trends Inc. announced that it has hired Lisa Powell as executive vice president and chief merchandising officer. She previously worked for Century 21 Department Store and TJX.
AAFA Again Calls On USTR To List Foreign Amazon Sites For Excessive Counterfeits
For the second year running, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has included foreign domains owned and operated by Amazon.com, Inc., in its submission for the 2019 Special 301 Out-of-Cycle Review of Notorious Markets.
Nike Marketing VP Joins Fantasy Sports Platform
Monkey Knife Fight, a leading North American Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) platform, hired Danny Tawiah, formerly head of global digital brand innovation at Nike, as CMO.
Patagonia Hires Marty Pomphrey As General Manager Of Patagonia Japan
Patagonia has hired Marty Pomphrey as general manager of Patagonia Japan.
Under Armour Communications VP Joins Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns named Dean Stoyer, most recently vice president of global brand communications for Under Armour, as chief marketing and communications officer.
Alanic Partners With Running USA
Running USA announced a three-year partnership with Los Angeles-based Alanic Activewear. Alanic will offer Running USA members joining or renewing their memberships co-branded apparel.
Accenture: ‘Responsible Retail’ Will Influence Holiday Spend
Accenture’s 13th annual holiday shopping survey found the vast majority of U.S. consumers plan to spend at least as much this year on holiday gifts as they did last year and will be turning to stores for holiday gift inspiration. The study also found a growing trend of “responsible retail,” with shoppers more concerned about the environmental and social impact of their purchases.
Stance Promotes John Wilson To CEO
Stance, the maker of socks and underwear, has promoted co-founder John Wilson to CEO. He was previously the company’s president and chief revenue officer.
Alberto Salazar Banned For Four Years For Doping Violations
Alberto Salazar, the former star runner and a coach to top runners, has been banned from the sport for four years for doping violations. The United States Anti-Doping Agency (USADA) found that Salazar had been “orchestrating and facilitating prohibited doping conduct” while he was head coach of Nike’s Oregon Project.
Levi Strauss Announces More Than $380,000 To Fund Future Apparel Leaders
Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) announced it is granting more than $380,000 to the second class of LS&Co. Collaboratory fellows who are working to create a more sustainable apparel industry.
Hibbett And City Gear Now Available Online With A Single Click
Hibbett and City Gear announced that they have teamed up to provide a new digital experience for customers. Shoppers can now browse and shop both brands online through a single website and app.
Kering Reduces Puma stake
Kering is moving to reduce its stake in Puma by issuing bonds that can be exchanged for shares in the brand, according to Reuters.
Adidas Renews Partnership With Louisiana Athletic
Louisiana Athletics and Adidas have entered a three-year partnership in which the Portland, Ore.,-based company will be the official athletic footwear, apparel and accessory brand of the Ragin’ Cajuns through the 2021-22 season
Gap Inc. Appoints New Head Of Athleta
Gap Inc. announced the appointment of Mary Beth Laughton as president and chief executive officer of Athleta. She was EVP of Omni retail for Sephora U.S. leading both the e-commerce and stores channels. She previously spent nine years at Nike.
ORR Safety To Be Exclusive Distributor Of Under Armour To Safety Market
Orr Safety Corporation, a subsidiary of Orr Corporation, announced it has entered into an agreement with Under Armour, Inc. to be their exclusive distributor to the industrial safety market in the U.S.
