The Conservation Alliance has hired Conor McElyea as its new membership and development program manager.
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New Balance Celebrates Kawhi Leonard With New Billboard In Toronto
New Balance Basketball celebrated Kawhi Leonard’s MVP performance and Toronto’s first-ever championship by posting a new “Board Man Gets Titles” billboard in Toronto. New Balance signed Leonard to an endorsement deal in November 2018 to mark its return to basketball.
Stasher Becomes Newest Member Of The Conservation Alliance
Stasher, the first 100% plastic-free, endlessly reusable, pure-platinum silicone storage bag with an air-tight Pinch-Loc™ seal is the newest member to join The Conservation Alliance in order to support the organization’s mission to protect and restore North America’s last wild spaces. Stasher is proud to join a group of like-minded and mission-driven organizations to support the outdoor industry conservation […]
Allied Feather And Down Sponsors Medicines Global Three-Year Sustaining Donation
Supporting an annual Nepal Rx delivery expedition and MGOYA wilderness experiences.
Helen of Troy Promotes Mike Wallenfels
The Housewares Division of Helen of Troy Limited, the home to the OXO and Hydro Flask, announced the promotion of Mike Wallenfels to the newly created divisional role of senior vice president of global sales. Prior to this promotion, Wallenfels served as vice president of worldwide sales for Hydro Flask since 2015.
Moosejaw Not Impacted By Walmart–Jet.com Consolidation
The big news out of Walmart this week that the retail behemoth is wrapping its Jet.com operations into Walmart.com raised questions about the impact on e-commerce at its outdoor outfitter, Moosejaw. But everything will be business as usual at the outdoor retailer that Walmart bought in 2017 for $51 million, a company PR rep told SGB Executive on Thursday.
Callaway Faces Activist Pressure
Shares of Callaway Golf rose $2.29, or 14.4 percent, Thursday to $18.19 after activist investor Jana Partners revealed it had acquired a 9.5 percent stake in the company and planned to hold discussions with the company to explore a possible sale. Some analysts believe the action might lead to the divestiture of Jack Wolfskin.
Have Bag, Will Travel: Diamond Brand Gear Unveils New Day Tripper Duffle Bag
The legacy brand gives the classic travel companion a modern twist.
Former Nike Marketing Exec Joins MasterClass
MasterClass, the online education company, announced the appointment of David Schriber as chief marketing officer. Schriber most recently served as vice president, Global Brand Experience, Creative, and Innovation at Nike.
Wilson And Detroit Tiger Pitcher Matthew Boyd Partner On Uniquely Painted A2000 1786 Gloves
Wilson® Baseball is working with three sports gear artists to create hand-painted ball gloves to raise money for charity to commemorate the Tigers and Kansas City Royals historic game in Omaha today prior to the start of the 2019 College World Series®. Wilson and Detroit Tiger pitcher Matthew Boyd, pictured right, are partnering on uniquely painted A2000 […]
G-III Apparel Group Elects Victor Herrero To Board
G-III Apparel Group Ltd. announced Thursday that Victor Herrero has been elected as a member of the board of directors.
American Sportfishing Association Elects Board Of Directors Members For 2020
Four members of the American Sportfishing Association (ASA) were elected to fill two at-large seats and two regional seats on the board of directors. Their three-year terms begin October 1, 2019. ASA is the national trade association that represents the sportfishing industry.
Duluth Trading Outlines Four Pillars For Fiscal-Year Growth
Stephanie Pugliese understands that Duluth Holdings Inc. isn’t immune from the challenging and evolving retail landscape that threatens any company unwilling to adapt. That’s why Duluth (dba, Duluth Trading Co.), where Pugliese is CEO, has “identified four areas of opportunity that the entire Duluth team is focused on for the remainder of this year” to withstand all looming retail pitfalls, she told analysts on Thursday morning’s earnings call.
Vasque Adds Industry Veterans In The Southwest And Rockies To Sales Team
Vasque footwear on Thursday announced new agencies to represent the company in the Southwest and Rockies. The Steve Ray Outdoor Sales team will cover California, Nevada and Arizona, and Waypoint Outdoor expanded its representation from the Pacific Northwest to include the Rockies.
Superfeet Acquires RSscan International
Superfeet on Thursday announced it has acquired RSscan International, which provides movement analysis and personalized products for athletes throughout Europe, effective immediately. Financial terms of the deal weren’t disclosed.
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