Gap Inc. announced that it will begin franchising the Athleta and Janie & Jack brands internationally.
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Lululemon Launches Streetwear Label
Lululemon introduced the a luxury streetwear label Lab online and in 45 stores.
New Survey Shows U.S. Businesses Taking Steps To Foster Culture Of Health, But Room To Grow
In an article published in The Milbank Quarterly, a multidisciplinary journal of population health and health policy, researchers from Harvard Business School (HBS) and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, discuss the results of a recently conducted study that assessed the current levels of engagement by businesses in a corporate Culture of Health (CoH).
Neiman Marcus CFO Steps Down
Neiman Marcus Group’s Chief Financial Officer Adam Orvos is leaving the company to join another “as a natural progression in his career.”
August Retail Sales Grew 4.1 Percent
Retail sales were up 0.4 percent in August seasonally adjusted from July and up 4.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the National Retail Federation said.
Outdoor Brands Reveal True Cost Of Tariffs
Representatives from outdoor brands NEMO Equipment Inc., VF Corp., Columbia Sportswear Co. and Nester Hosiery spoke Thursday about the wide-ranging impact that tariffs are having on their companies. The cost of the trade war, they said, extends far beyond a dollar amount and is taking a toll on hiring, expansion and, perhaps most worrisome, product innovation.
Aisle Talk Week Of September 9
Top headlines from across the active lifestyle industry featured in SGB for the Week of September 9, 2019.
Trump Announces Delay On Next China Tariff Hike Until October 15
Donald Trump has delayed a 5 percent tariff hike on $250 billion worth of Chinese imports by two weeks in a gesture of goodwill, a move that could ease tensions between the two nations ahead of planned trade talks in Washington next month.
Why Some Brands Are Sacrificing Sales During Global Climate Strike
Two of the biggest names in the active lifestyle industry will close their doors and their cash registers on September 20 to participate in the Global Climate Strike. Burton and Patagonia in recent weeks announced they won’t open their retail stores, process online sales or otherwise engage in day-to-day business practices next Friday so company employees can join one of the events happening worldwide. Here’s why they’re putting purpose over profit.
Merrell Names Chris Hufnagel Global Brand President
Wolverine World Wide Inc. on Thursday announced the appointment of Chris Hufnagel as global brand president of Merrell, the largest brand within its portfolio.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints New Director To Board
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. on Thursday announced that Philip C. Williamson has been appointed to the company’s board of directors, effective September 12. Following this announcement, the board will include eight members.
Four More Businesses Qualify For NSGA Verified Independent Dealer Program
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) announced four more retailers and dealers in the sports industry who have achieved Verified Independent Dealer status. The four are: AMgC Sports (North Attleboro, MA), California Pro Sports (Palos Verdes, CA), Capitol Varsity Sports (Oxford, OH) and KoSports Hockey Source For Sports (Canonsburg, PA)
CEO Of 145 Companies Urge Senate To Pass Gun Control Laws
The leaders of 145 U.S. companies have sent a letter urging Congress to enact stricter gun laws as pressure builds on lawmakers to respond to gun violence.
StockX Appoints First Chief Marketing Officer
StockX, a leading online marketplace for retro sneakers, announced that Deena Bahri has been appointed its first chief marketing officer.
Outdoor Businesses Have Paid An Extra $1.8B In Tariffs Since Trade War Began
America’s outdoor recreation businesses have paid $1.8 billion more in tariffs over the last 11 months (Sept 2018 to July 2019) compared to the previous period a year ago on affected outdoor products, according to the latest figures from Outdoor Industry Association.
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