Designer Brands Inc., formerly DSW Inc., said it received two recent recognitions for its commitment to women in leadership positions.
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Outdoor Sportsman Group And Realtree Reaffirm Partnership
Outdoor Sportsman Group and Realtree announced an extension of the existing partnership between their two brands.
Mossberg Appoints Douglas Bell As President And COO
O.F. Mossberg & Sons, Inc., the firearms manufacturer based in North Haven, CT, announced the appointment of Douglas Bell as company president and chief operating officer (COO), effective immediately.
Former Payless CEO To Join JCPenney Board of Directors
J. C. Penney Company Inc., the former chief executive officer of Payless ShoeSource, announced that W. Paul Jones, a retail industry veteran with more than 30 years of department store and specialty retailing experience, was elected to its board of directors.
Fred’s Closes 129 Additional Stores
Fred’s, Inc. announced that it will close an additional 129 retail stores and hold inventory clearance sales across all stores in an effort to refocus its product mix, simplify its store portfolio and repay debt.
ICAST 2019 Again Draws Crowds
Between the record number of booths and the thousands of products on display, 14,500 buyers, media and exhibitors from the global sportfishing industry brought ICAST 2019 to life from July 8-12, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL.
Buck Knives To Participate In Made in America Product Showcase At The White House
On Monday, July 15, 2019, Buck Knives will participate in the third annual Made in America Product Showcase at the White House.
Accell Group Sells Canadian Bicycle Brand Registrations To Canadian Tire
Accell Group N.V. agreed to sell its Canadian brand registrations of Raleigh, Diamondback, Redline and IZIP to Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. for U.S. $16 million. Accell Group’s brands will be exclusively sold in Canadian Tire Corp., the owner of Sport Chek, starting in the 2020 bicycle season.
Aisle Talk Week Of July 8
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announcing that Executive Director Amy Roberts will leave the organization at the end of September to join The North Face as senior director, communications & corporate social responsibility.
The North Face Appoints Global VP Of Marketing
The North Face announced the appointment of Steve Lesnard as global vice president of marketing, and Tina Rolén as vice president of marketing for The North Face EMEA. Lesnard previously worked for Nike and Rolén at Vans.
Carhartt Partners With Chevrolet
Carhartt has partnered with Chevrolet to become the Official Workwear of Chevy Trucks. Chevy Trucks will be the Official Partner of Carhartt.
Founder Sport Group Appoints Todd Levine As President Of Digital Apparel Lab
Founder Sport Group announced that Todd Levine will be rejoining the company as president of Digital Apparel Lab, formerly known as Teamwork Athletic Apparel. Levine formerly led Alleson Athletic.
Nike Plows Ahead With Air Manufacturing Innovation Facility In Arizona
Nike announced Thursday it is investing $184 million in its U.S. innovation footprint by opening a new Nike Air Manufacturing Innovation (Air MI) facility in Goodyear, AZ. The facility was at the center of some controversy last week when Arizona rescinded a $1 million incentive for Nike to build the plant in the state after the footwear giant canceled the launch of its new limited edition USA-themed sneaker.
B&T Signs Davidson’s For Distribution
B&T USA has announced a partnership with Davidson’s, one of the largest firearms distributors in the United States.
Rapala/VMC Becomes Minority Investor In 13 Fishing
DQC International Corp., manufacturer of the 13 Fishing brand of rods and reels, has brought on fishing tackle behemoth Rapala VMC as minority investor to reach a growing global market.
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