Ed Stack, Dick’s Sporting Goods CEO who has earned acclaim for his company’s controversial stance on gun control, has written a new book, “It’s How We Play The Game: Build a Business. Take a Stand. Make a Difference.”
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Ikon Pass Will Increase In Price On October 17
The Ikon Pass, with its latest addition of Arapahoe Basin in Colorado and Zermatt in Switzerland, will increase in price on October 17, 2019.
The IOC Appoints Director Of Digital Engagement
The International Olympic Committee (IOC) said Christopher Carroll will become the director of digital engagement at the IOC next month.
Outdoor Equipped Appoints VP Of Marketplace Development
Outdoor Equipped appointed Tim Knowlton as vice president of marketplace development.
Fanatics Forms Memorabilia Partnership With The New York Yankees
The New York Yankees, along with Fanatics announced an exclusive, multi-year partnership to market the team’s game-used memorabilia and collectibles.
Climate Leadership Focus Of Sustainability Panel Discussion At Running USA 2020
Climate change is impacting events across the nation, from heat waves creating health risks for both participants and spectators to heavy rainfall and violent storms damaging buildings and other infrastructure. A general session panel discussion at the 2020 Running USA Industry Conference will focus on this important but intimidating topic.
Professional Triathletes Organisation Seeks To Acquire Ironman Business
The Professional Triathletes Organisation released a letter it sent to the Board of Directors of Wanda Sports Group Company Limited on September 20 proposing to enter into discussions to acquire its Ironman business.
A4 Launches Online Custom Design Studio
A4, manufacturer of premium sportswear and team uniforms, announced the launch of its new Custom Design Studio. The new platform is available from www.A4.com and allows customers to decorate and order garments online.
Moody’s Downgrades Vista Outdoor’s Debt Rating
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded the debt ratings of Vista Outdoor Inc. following the company’s “continued weak operating performance and relentless social pressure regarding possible future gun regulations.”
Moody’s Revises Bass Pro’s Outlook To Stable From Positive
Moody’s Investors Service revised Bass Pro Group, L.L.C’s outlook to stable from positive to reflect “revenue and earnings weakness relative to plan that has reduced the pace of debt reduction.”
Barrett Adds Zanders As A Distributor
Barrett announced a partnership with distributor Zanders, one of the largest independently owned, single location firearm distributors in the country.
Kahr Firearms Group Acquires Trademark For Magnum Research BFR Logo
Magnum Research, Inc, maker of the Desert Eagle pistol and leader in firearms design and manufacturing, announced that its Kahr Firearms Group has officially acquired a trademark for the BFR logo.
Genesco Announces New $100 Million Stock Buyback Program
Genesco Inc. announced that its board of directors has authorized it to repurchase up to $100 million of the company’s common stock.
Aisle Talk Week Of September 23
Top headlines from across the active lifestyle industry featured in SGB during the week of September 23, 2019.
Vail Shares Pop Following Strong Q4 Pass Sales
Shares of Vail Resorts Inc. jumped $6.63, or 2.9 percent, to $236.90 at market close Friday—after they were up in the high-single digits in morning trading—on the company’s news that 2019/20 pass sales increased 13 percent in units and 14 percent in dollars in the fiscal fourth quarter.
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