Ecco has added sales rep groups in four key territories to further expand its business in the outdoor and athletic specialty category. The announcement follows the appointment of Erik Walcott as global head of specialty sales.
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Maho Shades Names Managing Partner
Maho Shades announced the appointment of Jordan Poston to managing partner.
Golf Datatech Study: Changes In Equipment Buying Trends During COVID-19
Golf Datatech’s 2020 Shopping/Purchasing Study found that in Q3 golf equipment sales surpassed the $1 billion mark for the first time as the increase continues following the global shutdown from COVID-19.
North Point Brands Hires Sales Veteran
North Point Brands, based in North Adams, MA, announced the hiring of Scott Doty as the wholesale and custom sales operative of both Cheeky Fishing and Wingo Outdoors. Doty comes from Korkers Footwear.
Everest Adds Firearms and Outdoor Manufacturers To Marketplace
Everest.com said Honor Defense, Ed Brown Products, Fossil Outdoors, Blazing Bull Grills and Warfighter Hemp have been added to its line-up of storefronts.
Marist Poll: Sports Fans Watching Fewer Live Sports Broadcasts
A Marist Poll in conjunction with the Center for Sports Communication at Marist College finds 46 percent of self-described sports fans say they are spending less time watching live sports broadcasts than in the past.
Christensen Arms Creates Several New Positions
Christensen Arms, based in Gunnison, UT, announced that to accommodate the demand for its firearms, the company had to expand its executive and production teams.
Grip Boost Furthers Partnership With Tyreek Hill
Grip Boost Inc., the maker of football gloves and grip gel, announced Super Bowl-winning and Kansas City Chiefs wide receiver Tyreek Hill is taking a stake in the company after endorsing the product since 2019.
Nike Announces 12 Percent Increase In Quarterly Dividend
Nike Inc. announced that on November 19, 2020 its Board of Directors approved a quarterly cash dividend of $0.275 per share on the company’s outstanding Class A and Class B common stock.
Foot Locker Expands Community Power Store Concept To Canada
Foot Locker announced the grand opening of its first Canadian Community Power Store in Vancouver, BC. A second community-based power store will open in Toronto, Ontario in early December.
Caleres Inc. Strengthens Balance Sheet As Famous Footwear, Brand Portfolio Exceeds Q3 Expectations
Caleres, Inc. saw Famous Footwear and the Caleres Brand Portfolio both outpace expectations in the fiscal third quarter ended October 31 even as revenues declined for each segment.
Aisle Talk Week Of November 16, 2020
The Top National stories and the Latest headlines across the Active Lifestyle Market for the week of November 16, 2020, covered in the SGB Updates and delivered to your inbox every business day. — November 20, 2020 — ›The Buckle’s Q3 Earnings See Sharp Uptick The Buckle Inc. reported earnings rose 60 percent in the […]
The Buckle’s Q3 Earnings See Sharp Uptick
The Buckle Inc. reported earnings rose 60 percent in the third quarter ended October 31 as same-store sales advanced 12.4 percent.
eBay Opens Its First Drive-Thru ‘Authentication Station’ In LA
eBay has converted a gas station in East Hollywood into a drive-thru ‘Authentication Station’ – offering customers a socially-distanced way to evaluate and sell sneakers, watches and collectibles, without leaving their vehicles.
Hibbett Sports’ Third-Quarter Earnings Surge
Hibbett Sports Inc. reported earnings increased more than four-fold in the third quarter as same-store sales climbed 21.2 percent. The retailer blew past estimates and raised its guidance for the year.
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