Dick’s Sporting Goods announced its 2020 Women’s Initiative highlighted by The Dick’s Foundation’s $5 million grant to U.S. Soccer Foundation’s ‘United for Girls’ Initiative. The retailer has also become the Official Sporting Goods Retailer of USA Softball.
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Kansas City Chiefs Merchandise Surges Following Win
According to Fanatics, sales of Super Bowl championship merchandise across the Fanatics network of sites are up more than 70 percent YOY following the Kansas City Chiefs win. The team is on pace to become the second best-selling Super Bowl champion sellers of all-time, trailing only the Philadelphia Eagles in 2018.
Valentine’s Day Spending Set To Increase 32 Percent
Those celebrating Valentine’s Day plan to spend an average $196.31 this year, up 21 percent over last year’s previous record of $161.96. Spending is expected to total $27.4 billion, up 32 percent from last year’s record $20.7 billion, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation.
Garmin Signs Multiyear Deal To Sponsor Bassmaster Tournament Trail
Garmin International Inc. signed a three-year deal to become a sponsor of the Bassmaster Tournament Trail, beginning with the first Bassmaster Elite Series event on the St. Johns River in Palatka, FL.
VF Corp. To Move Global Innovation Center To Denver
VF Corp. will move its Global Innovation Center in Alameda, CA to Denver, according to the Denver Business Journal.
Skechers Signs Jamie Redknapp
Skechers has partnered with Jamie Redknapp, the former Liverpool and England soccer star, to support its growing business in the UK and other European markets. He will be the first lifestyle collection endorsee that the global footwear brand has signed specifically for Europe.
Peloton Announces Settlement Of Litigation Against Flywheel Sports
Peloton announced that it has settled its patent infringement litigation against Flywheel Sports Inc. Flywheel has agreed to cease using Peloton’s patented technology.
CCM Hockey Acquires Step Skating Blades
CCM Hockey announced the acquisition of Step Skating Blades Inc., the maker of Step Steel skate blades.
Day One Sparkling CBD Water Announces Three Executive Hires To Join Team
Day One, the all-natural, zero-calorie sparkling CBD water, hired three executives to lead the brand in marketing and sales for 2020. Christian Patiño will join the team as executive vice president and general manager, Joel Jay as director of distribution and Blake Nyman as head of brand. Christian Patiño brings over 17 years of experience […]
SIA Announces Snowbound Consumer Expos
Snowsports Industries America (SIA) announced the finalization of its acquisition of the Denver and Boston Ski and Snowboard Expos from BEWI Production, Inc. and the launch of the re-branded events as Snowbound.
CGPR Sold To French/West/Vaughan
French/West/Vaughan (FWV), the public relations, advertising and digital marketing agency based in Raleigh, NC, announced the acquisition of CGPR, a public relations and marketing agency specializing in the active lifestyle, outdoor, ski, fashion, technology and travel sectors.
Life Is Good Partners With Austin Adventures, High Sierra And American Tourister
Life is Good announced a three- year partnership extension with Austin Adventures, the tour service, and High Sierra and American Tourister, Samsonite’s adventure and lifestyle luggage brands. High Sierra will become the official gear partner of Life is Good Adventures.
Emerald To Change Name
Emerald Expositions Events Inc., the parent of Surf Expo, Outdoor Retailer and other trade shows, unveiled the launch of its new brand identity, vision, and corporate website. The company intends to formally change its corporate name to Emerald Holding Inc.
Kohl’s Adds Board Member
Kohl’s has appointed Yael Cosset to its board of directors. Cosset is senior vice president, chief information officer of The Kroger Co.
Delta Apparel’s Q1 Sales Slide Six Percent
Delta Apparel Inc. reported sales in the first quarter ended December 28 fell 5.7 percent due to declines at Delta Group segment and Salt Life Group. Net income was down slightly excluding non-recurring charges in the year-ago period.
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