Author: SGB Media

Genyouth Appoints Two Board Members

January 21, 2020 SGB Update

Genyouth, the national youth health and wellness nonprofit closely tied to the NFL, said Chris Michalak, CEO of Alight Solutions, and Dana Bolden, SVP Corteva Agriscience, have been appointed to its board.

Rapid Sales Growth Fuels Gregory’s HQ Expansion

January 21, 2020 SGB Executive

Backpack brand Gregory Mountain Products is expanding its headquarters in Salt Lake City, UT, thanks to double-digit sales growth and rapidly expanding R&D and marketing departments. SGB Executive talks with the company about what’s driving the need for larger digs.

Patrick Mahomes Leads NFL Jersey Sales

January 21, 2020 SGB Update

Patrick Mahomes has moved into the No. 1 position on the NFLPA’s official list of top-selling players, based on sales of all officially licensed NFL player-identified merchandise from March 1-November 30, 2019. Tom Brady has led jersey sales the past two seasons.

Felix Capital Raises $300 Million In Funding

January 21, 2020 SGB Update

London-headquartered Felix Capital, which has already invested in the likes of Peloton, Highsnobiety, Farfetch and Goop, has raised an additional $300 million to continue its strategy of investing in digital lifestyle brands.

Milliken To Acquire Borchers

January 21, 2020 SGB Update

Milliken & Company, which acquired Polartec in June 2019, signed an agreement to acquire Borchers Group Limited, a specialty chemicals company known for its coating additives and specialty catalyst solutions.

FabFitFun Names First Chief Marketing Officer

January 21, 2020 SGB Update

FabFitFun announced that veteran marketing strategist Louisa Wee has joined the company as the first chief marketing officer, beginning this month. In this newly created role, Wee will oversee the strategy and execution for the company’s global marketing initiatives, as well as brand, content and creative programming.

Gordini Unveils Brand Refresh

January 20, 2020 SGB Update

Gordini, a snow sports handwear and accessories company founded in 1956, has launched a brand campaign featuring a new logo, website, creative campaign and product line.

ATN Opens Florida Distribution Hub

January 20, 2020 SGB Update

ATN, known for its night vision and thermal imaging optics for hunters, outdoor enthusiasts, military and law enforcement, announced that it opened a new distribution hub and sales office in Doral, FL.

Celebrating SMC’s 50th Anniversary With President Tom Gately

January 20, 2020 SGB Executive

“Specialty retail is the lifeblood of our industry, said Tom Gately, president of Snowsports Merchandising Corp. (SMC), which is celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. To commemorate the milestone, SGB Executive spoke with Gately about the importance of the longtime buying group, changes in the industry, and what’s on tap for the organization and the channel in the next 50 years.

Poor Northwest Snowfall Sinks Vail’s Season-To-Date Skier Visits

January 20, 2020 SGB Executive

A dearth of snow at Pacific Northwest ski areas wreaked havoc on Vail Resorts Inc.’s skier visit totals through January 5, but the Broomfield, CO-based company maintained its EBITDA guidance for the fiscal year thanks to improving conditions at the affected resorts and strong pass sales across its footprint.

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