After a successful debut in Denver last June, Kick Show—the B2B trade show for the run specialty channel that’s hosted by the Running Industry Association—will return to the Mile High City and to the same venue, The Curtis Hotel, in May 2020. RIA’s executive director, Terry Schalow, spoke with SGB about what’s coming for year two of the industry’s “working trade show.”
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NFLPA, MLBPA, RedBird Capital Launch Company Based on Athletes’ Group Rights
The National Football League Players Association (NFLPA), Major League Baseball Players Association (MLBPA) and RedBird Capital Partners on Monday launched OneTeam Partners LLC, a company to help athletes maximize the value of their name, image and likeness rights. RedBird Capital is making a significant capital investment as well as contributing financial and operational expertise; NFLPA […]
Nordstrom Promotes Shea Jensen To Lead Women’s Apparel
Nordstrom Inc. on Monday announced the promotion of Shea Jensen to EVP GMM Women’s Apparel, supporting the women’s buying team.
Major League Socks Teams Up With National Hockey League Players’ Association
Major League Socks (formerly known as Babsocks) and the National Hockey League Players’ Association (NHLPA) on Monday announced that they have entered into a multi-year, non-exclusive licensing agreement that will see current NHL stars featured on the company’s popular line of socks.
Poler Stuff Brand Acquired, Set For Relaunch
Pacific & Everest Lifestyle Company (PELC), a lifestyle holding group, on Monday announced the acquisition of the Poler Stuff brand assets, marking a signal for Poler’s re-emergence in the global marketplace as early as next month.
Manchester United Sees Modest Gain In Merchandise Revenues In Q1
Manchester United PLC reported that Retail, Merchandising, Apparel & Product Licensing revenue was £26.8 million in the first quarter ending September 30, an increase of 1.9 percent over the prior-year quarter. Adidas is Manchester’s kit sponsor.
Female Soccer Fans Slightly Prefer The Women’s Game
Twenty-eight percent of female soccer fans prefer the women’s game over the men’s game, while 26 percent prefer the men’s game, according to research from Gilt Edge Soccer Marketing, the soccer-specific brand marketing agency.
For Certain Sports, Concussion Rates Higher For Female Athletes
Many female athletes encounter higher concussion rates than their male counterparts, according to two studies conducted by researchers at Hospital for Special Surgery (HSS). Soccer and basketball saw significantly higher concussion incidence rates for female athletes.
Ironman Foundation Announces ‘Rock This Town’ Program
The Ironman Foundation, the non-profit associated with The Ironman Group, announced Rock This Town as the new charitable program for the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series.
Five Iron Golf Opens In Chicago’s River North Neighborhood
Indoor golf and entertainment venue Five Iron Golf opened its doors for business in Chicago’s River North neighborhood.
Escalade CEO Announces Intent To Retire
Escalade Inc. announced that David L. Fetherman has informed the Escalade Board of Directors of his intent to retire from his position as the company’s president and CEO. Pending the hiring of his replacement, Fetherman has agreed to continue to serve as president and CEO through this transition period.
Hylete Postpones IPO
Hylete Inc., an online seller of fitness apparel and gear based in San Diego, said it has postponed its previously announced initial public offering. Hylete will continue to evaluate the timing for the proposed offering as market conditions develop.
Let’s Do This Secures $15 Million In Funding Round
Let’s Do This, an online marketplace for endurance sporting events, announced a $15 million Series A round, led by the EQT Ventures with participation from existing investors NFX, Y Combinator, Richard Oldfield, and Paddy Dear.
More Than 165 Million Expected To Shop Over Five-Day Thanksgiving Weekend
Retailers are preparing for one of the busiest shopping weekends of the year with an estimated 165.3 million people likely to shop Thanksgiving Day through Cyber Monday, according to the annual survey released by the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics.
October Retail Sales Grew 4.2 Percent
Retail sales in October increased 0.2 percent seasonally adjusted over September and were up 4.2 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the National Retail Federation said.
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