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Outdoor Industry Association Announces The Climate Action Corps

January 28, 2020 SGB Update

Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) on Tuesday has announced the Climate Action Corps, a collaborative model for alignment, action and accountability to achieve industry-wide greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions in accordance with Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) guidelines.

Igloo Names Ryan Kingman VP Of Brand Partnerships

January 28, 2020 SGB Update

Igloo welcomed Ryan Kingman to the newly created position of VP, partnerships. Kingman was the co-founder and chief marketing officer for Stance.

Royal Robbins Bucks Retail Trends With Brick & Mortar Initiative

January 28, 2020 SGB Executive

Royal Robbins is taking its apparel and accessories directly to consumers through an ambitious and adventurous brick & mortar initiative that kicks off in two strategic U.S. locales—Denver and Seattle—the company’s CEO Michael Millenacker told SGB Executive this week. He breaks down the decision behind the retail gambit.

Gap Closing 29 Stores

January 28, 2020 SGB Update

The Gap Inc. closed 29 Gap stores in the U.S. over the weekend. The company in February 2019 said it planned to shutter about 230 of its namesake brand’s stores over the next two years as part of restructuring efforts.

PGA Merchandise Show Draws Nearly 40,000 Attendees

January 27, 2020 SGB Update

The 67th PGA Merchandise Show came to a close January, 24 in Orlando, as it welcomed nearly 40,000 golf industry professionals from all 50 U.S. states and 80 countries. More than 1,000 golf companies and brands exhibited, including more than 250 companies new to the show.

G-III Apparel Partners With Michael Strahan On Super Bowl LIV Capsule Collection

January 27, 2020 SGB Update

The NFL has partnered with Hall of Famer Michael Strahan and Giants legend Carl Banks’ apparel company G-III Apparel for an exclusive Super Bowl LIV limited-edition capsule collection in celebration of the NFL’s 100th season.

Michael Egeck Becomes CEO Of Leslie’s Poolmart

January 27, 2020 SGB Update

Leslie’s Poolmart Inc., the largest seller of pool and spa products, appointed Michael R. Egeck as CEO. Egeck most recently served as the CEO of PSEB Group, the parent of Pacific Sunwear and Eddie Bauer.

Nantahala Outdoor Center To Open Location In Roswell, GA

January 27, 2020 SGB Update

Nantahala Outdoor Center (NOC) will be opening a new location in Roswell, GA in Spring 2020, bringing a new approach to community-based outdoor activities, rentals, and education along the Chattahoochee River.

7-Nation Welcomes Charles Field-Marsham As New Partner

January 27, 2020 SGB Update

7-Nation, the board sports company that owns Slingshot Sports, Ride Engine and Moonshine MFG, announced that Charles Field-Marsham, a Canadian entrepreneur, has become a new investor in the company. Ken Meidell, the former CEO of Dakine, has joined the company’s board.