Bruin Sports Capital announced a deal with WPP to acquire Two Circles, the consumer data analytics, sports marketing, and technology practice.
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Atrium Sports Acquires Synergy Sports
Atrium Sports, a full-service technology platform for sports and video data content, announced the acquisition of Synergy Sports Technology, the dominant global provider of data and video analytics tools for the NBA, the MLB and NCAA Division I-II-III basketball and Division I baseball.
The Running Event Reports Record Attendance
The Running Event, held December 3 to 5, 2019 in Austin, marked the 14th year with record participation, along with a strong international retailer attendance.
Shoe Carnival Announces New $50 Million Share Repurchase Program
Shoe Carnival, Inc. announced that its board of directors authorized a new share repurchase program for up to $50 million of its outstanding common stock
Orangetheory Fitness Partners With Apple Watch
Orangetheory Fitness has created a device for members to use Apple Watch to track heart rate data during workouts, along with iOS apps for coaches and sales associates to enhance the member experience both in and out of studio.
Trade Deal Means Christmas Comes Early, But Issues Remain
When the news wires started buzzing Thursday afternoon that progress had been made in the ongoing and economically crippling trade war between the U.S. and China, businesses around the country rejoiced. Would Christmas come early this year?
Jack Wolfskin North America Unveils Utah Growth Plans
Jack Wolfskin, the German-based outdoor gear and apparel brand that’s owned by Carlsbad, CA-based Callaway Golf Co., this week formally announced plans to build a North America headquarters in Utah and create 50 jobs over the next five years.
Aisle Talk Week Of December 9
Top headlines from across the active lifestyle industry featured in SGB during the week of December 9, 2019.
November Retail Sales Grow Year-Over-Year
Retail sales in November increased 0.1 percent seasonally adjusted over October and were up 2.1 percent unadjusted year-over-year, marking the first half of the holiday season with billions of dollars in shopping left to be done, the National Retail Federation said Friday.
Symphony Holdings Acquires Skins
Symphony Holdings Limited announced that it had completed the acquisition of the global trademarks and patents of Skins, the Australian apparel manufacturer known for its compression products.
GNC Welcomes New Chief U.S. Officer
GNC Holdings, Inc. appointed Josh Burris as chief U.S. officer. Burris will be responsible for GNC’s retail and franchise operations, merchandising, supply chain strategy as well as strategic partnerships in the United States.
Trump Agrees To Limited Trade Deal With China
The U.S. and China are reportedly near an end to their ongoing trade war with both sides on the verge of a trade agreement that would cease the tariff increase set to kick in Sunday, December 15.
MLS Announces Inaugural Adidas MLS College Showcase
Major League Soccer unveiled the inaugural 2019 Adidas MLS College Showcase, which will take place from December 13-15 in Raleigh, NC. The three-day event will give technical staffs from every MLS club an opportunity to scout the top collegiate prospects in the nation, including players with remaining NCAA eligibility.
Trade Show Tumult: New Event Underscores Ongoing Change
A new outdoor hardgoods trade show hits the calendar next summer, and its arrival brings more change to the outdoor industry’s already busy show schedule. SGB digs into the latest shuffling of events with reaction from brands and buyers.
S&S Activewear Acquires Technosport Canada
S&S Activewear, based in Lockport, IL, has acquired Technosport Canada, a Montreal-based wholesale apparel firm that has distribution centers in Alberta, British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario and Quebec.
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