The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) announced that Heather Fried has been named editor-in-chief of NSAA Journal.
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Sterling Rope Co., Sherrill Inc. Sign Pledge to Grow U.S. Workforce
Sterling Rope Co. and Sherrill Inc. this week announced they have signed the United States Department of Interior’s “Pledge to America’s Workers” with the goal of adding 20-30 production and office staff in the next five years at Sterling’s Biddeford, ME, production facility.
Paddlesports Retailer Announces Final Registration Deadlines, Other Updates
August 1 is the last chance for free retailer, media and nonprofit registration for the upcoming Paddlesports Retailer show in Oklahoma City, OK.
Garmin Reports Record Q2 Revenue And Profits; Raises Guidance
Garmin Ltd. lifted its earnings and sales guidance after reporting second-quarter earnings that easily topped Wall Street’s targets. Garmin’s Aviation, Fitness and Marine segments all saw double-digit growth.
Puma Lifts Full-Year Outlook On Robust Q2 Revenue Gains
Puma slightly raised its full-year guidance after reporting second0-quarter earnings rose 59.8 percent. Revenues increased 15.7 percent on a currency-adjusted basis. The gains were led by the Asia-Pacific region, up 21.6 percent, closely followed behind by the Americas, 19.7 percent. EMEA sales grew 8.4 percent currency neutral.
Athleta Signs First Sponsored Athlete
Athleta and Allyson Felix are joining forces to empower women and girls through sports. In a wide-reaching partnership, Allyson, one of the most decorated track and field athletes in U.S. history, will become Athleta’s first-ever sponsored athlete.
Recall: Trek Kickster Bikes
About 11,560 (also including 1,800 sold in Canada) Trek Kickster kids bikes are being recalled.
Adidas To Sponsor Boca Juniors
Adidas will replace Nike as the kit sponsor of Boca Juniors beginning in 2020 in a ten-year deal. Nike has been with the Argentina football club for 23 years.
Big 5’s Q2 Earnings Top Guidance
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. notched a profit against a loss in the second quarter ended June 30 as same-store sales rose for the third consecutive quarter. Earnings arrived above guidance. Increased traffic in California in June in advance of new ammunition legislation that took effect in July boosted sales in the period.
Lowa Acquires Italy’s Riko Sport
Lowa Sportschuhe GmbH has acquired the Italian shoe specialist Riko Sport S.r.l., a core supplier of Lowa’s footwear.
Jofit Partners With Team USA For 2019 Solheim Cup
Jofit, the maker of women’s golf, tennis and fitness apparel, has signed on as the official apparel sponsor of Team USA in the 2019 Solheim Cup.
Golf Rounds Played Flat In June
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played in the U.S. were flat in June, held back by a steep decline in the South Central region. Year to date, golf rounds played are down 1.0 percent.
5.11 Tactical Opens 50th Company Owned Retail Store
5.11 Tactical will open its 50th company-owned retail store in Fort Bliss, TX, this week. The store marks the completion of an initiative established in 2014 to launch and expand company-owned retail stores across the country, aiming for 50 stores by the middle of this year.
VF Corp. Appoints Michel Bilodeau As VP, GM, Vans EMEA
VF Corp. on Tuesday announced the appointment of Michel Bilodeau as vice president and general manager of Vans EMEA. Currently serving as the vice president and general manager of VF outdoor & action sports for Canada, Bilodeau will transition into his new role by October 2019.
Newell Brands Appoints Ravi Saligram As CEO
Newell Brands on Tuesday announced the appointment of Ravi Saligram as president and CEO, and a member of the Newell Brands board of directors, effective October 2.
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