The largest distributor of globally branded athletic and outdoor footwear in Greater China reported revenue grew 5 percent year over year in September.
Author: Charlie Lunan
Mountain Khakis To Open First Retail Location
The manufacturer of mountain lifestyle apparel plans to open its first brick-and-mortar store in partnership with Jackson Hole Mountain Resort on November 26.
European Outdoor Group Expands Team
The trade group, which opened its membership to retailers in 2014, has hired two retail consultants and added a sustainability project manager to its staff.
Cascade Designs Names Brand Directors
The former brand director at Platypus Hydration is taking on Therm-a-Rest, while a former project engineer with Yeti Cooler will take on Platypus, SealLine and PackTowl.
Under Armour Adds Georgia State To NCAA Roster
Under the multi-year agreement, UA will outfit 16 of the Panthers’ varsity sports teams as well as coaches and athletics department staff starting next summer.
Consumer Engagement Helps Interbike Lure Back Specialized And Trek
While two of the nation’s largest bike brands have skipped the industry’s Las Vegas trade show in recent years, they’re expected to exhibit at Interbike’s first East Coast event later this month.
Hydro Flask Proves Well Worth The Money
Even at a multiple approaching 12 times the expected calendar year 2016 earnings, the price Helen of Troy Ltd. paid to acquire the brand is looking like a bargain.
Hydro Flask Props Up Parent
Sales of Hydro Flask grew 36.8 percent to $29.1 million in the fiscal second quarter ended August 31, helping to prop up sales and profits at Helen of Troy Limited.
Defense Contractor Partners With Abom Inc.
ADS Inc. will distribute Abom’s patented heated lens technology, which prevents fogging of eyewear, to US Special Forces, law enforcement and other tactical markets.
ACK Preserves Top Customer Service Rating
Austin Canoe and Kayak made Bizrate’s Platinum Circle of Excellence for the second year in row after scoring significantly higher than 3,500 other retailers.
Conservation Alliance Grant Round Sets Records
The industry funded non-profit set a record for annual contributions by sending $820,000 to 23 organizations in its final round of grant disbursements for 2016.
VF Corp. Elevates Rendle To CEO Post
The Board of Directors of VF Corp. (NYSE: VFC) on Wednesday named Steve Rendle, 57, to replace Eric C. Wiseman as the the company’s chief executive officer.
PwC Issues Bullish Holiday Shopping Forecast
The global accounting and consulting firm is forecasting holiday spending will surge 10 percent beyond year-ago levels thanks to a 25-percent jump in online sales.
Texas Surf Park To Open Friday
The surf park near Austin, TX plans to open October 7 after reaching a legal settlement with local authorities, who had blocked its opening over heath concerns in mid-July.
Uvex Sets Up Subsidiary In Massachusetts
The 90-year-old German eyewear and helmet brand has established its North American headquarters in Massachusetts.
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