CBL & Associates To Close Shopping Centers On Thanksgiving
Department stores, movie theaters, restaurants and retailers with exterior mall entrances will have the option to open their stores on Thursday, but access to mall common areas will be restricted until 6 a.m. on Friday.
SurfStitch Appoints CFO
The online action sports retailer appointed Nigel Phillips as its chief financial officer and Stephanie Belton as company secretary.
Bass Pro CEO Talks Cabela’s Merger
Bass Pro Founder and CEO Johnny Morris reassured Cabela’s employees that he plans to retain a “significant” presence in Nebraska, but there will be some layoffs and co-branding between the retailers.
Has Plus-Size Activewear Failed Us?
A sample study sought to understand the clothing practices of obese women who engage in physical activity. Findings revealed that women feel it is nearly impossible to be both obese and feminine in exercise clothing.
Chelsea FC Inks Its Largest Commercial Deal With Nike
The new technical partnership with Nike makes the swoosh the official kit supplier beginning in the 2017/18 season.
Under Armour Extends Partnership With Utah Athletics
Under Armour becomes the official outfitter of Utah’s varsity intercollegiate athletic programs through June 2027.
Falling British Pound Hurts Sports Direct; CFO Resigns
Extreme swings in the pound are expected to reduce earnings by £15 million next year, the company warned.
Sports Direct CFO Resigns
Chief Financial Officer Matt Pearson plans to exit at the end of the year to accept another job.
Patagonia Names Marketing and Retail Executives
Former Lululemon executive Cory Bayers will serve as vice president of marketing, while Ryan Shadrin has been named vice president of global direct to consumer.
Lenzing To Invest €100 Million In Pulp Production
The investment will expand and modernize existing dissolving wood pulp production, which is used to make Modal and other fibers used by outdoor apparel brands.
Big 5 Sporting Goods Amends Settlement With Stadium Capital
Stadium Capital Management has agreed not to exercise its right to nominate a new board director following the resignation of Dominic DeMarco on September 9.
What’s Your Overtime Plan For The Next Trade Show?
Beyond the larger implications of the updated rules, the active-lifestyle industry will have to address overtime hours at trade shows.
Warren Kanders Buys Stake In Carve Designs
With a significant investment in the women’s swim and beach wear company, Kanders is now the largest investor in, and chairman of, four active lifestyle companies.
Yaktrax, DryGuy, Falke Form Cold Conquerors Team
The ambassadors will receive traction and warming products from Yaktrax, apparel from Falke and a range of dryers from DryGuy.
Sports Authority Merchant Joins Jo-Ann Fabric And Craft Stores
Robert Will was previously senior vice president, general merchandising manager at Sports Authority in charge of hardgoods, licensed apparel, and golf apparel.
