Vans Promotes David Tichiaz To Americas Division GM

Vans has promoted David Tichiaz to general manager of Vans Americas, the brand’s parent company, VF Corp., confirmed to SGB Media on Tuesday. Tichiaz replaces Mitch Whitaker, who was appointed to the newly created role of vice president and managing director, VF Japan.

Rocky Brands’ Strong Q4 Caps Record Year Of Profitability

Rocky Brands Inc. on Tuesday reported fourth-quarter net income increased 41 percent to $5.1 million, or 68 cents per diluted share, from $3.6 million, or 48 cents per diluted share in the year-ago period. EPS beat Wall Street’s consensus target by 21 cents.

Big 5 Warns Of Q1 Loss

Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. reported earnings of $356,000, or 2 cents share, in the fourth quarter, rebounding from a loss a year ago. But the retailer said it expects a loss in the first quarter as winter weather conditions have softened significantly over the course of the period. Same-store sales are currently running down approximately 10 percent in the quarter.

Modell’s Releases List Of Planned Store Closures

Modell’s Sporting Goods’ list of the 19 stores it plans to close includes nine locations in its hometown of New York City. The retailer initially said it planned to close 24 stores but rent concessions will keep five open.

AAFA Grows Policy And Membership Teams

The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced that it has hired Beth Hughes as vice president, trade & customs policy, and Megan Balkovic as director, membership experience & industry engagement. Both are new positions that expand the association’s policy and membership divisions.