Apex Global Brands on Thursday announced the continued expansion of Hi-Tec, a leading outdoor crossover footwear, apparel and accessory brand. Through new licensing and distribution partners, Apex will expand its assortment of Hi-Tec products to consumers across North America, Europe and Asia starting this fall.
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Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards Shift To Outdoor + Snow Show
The second annual Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards will now take place during Outdoor + Snow Show in January, recognizing achievements in outdoor products, materials and retail services. Winners will be unveiled during a live ceremony on the second night of Outdoor + Snow Show, Thursday, January 30, 2020, in Denver.
The Buckle Reports August 2019 Net Sales
The Buckle Inc. on Thursday announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the four-week period ended August 31 increased 3.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the 4-week period ended September 1, 2018.
Rocky Brands Appoints Tracie A. Winbigler To Board Of Directors
Rocky Brands Inc. on Thursday announced the appointment of Tracie A. Winbigler to the company’s board of directors as a Class I director to serve until the 2020 annual meeting of shareholders and until her successor is duly elected.
Nordstrom Local Expands Into New York City
Nordstrom Inc. on Thursday announced it will continue to expand in New York City by adding two more service hubs— Nordstrom Local Upper East Side and Nordstrom Local West Village.
Duluth Holdings Announces Grand Opening Of 56th Store
Duluth Holdings Inc. (dba, Duluth Trading Co.) on Thursday announced the grand opening of its 56th store in Round Rock, TX.
Brunswick Establishes Aluminum Boat Group
Brunswick Corp. on Thursday announced the formation of the Aluminum Boat Group (ABG), a further step in its systematic plan to fully leverage the scale of its boat business to drive operational excellence, create market-leading products and deliver continued operating margin improvement.
Anta-Led Consortium Gains Title To Amer Shares, Delists Them From Nasdaq Helsinki
Mascot Bidco Oy—the consortium of investors led by Anta Sports Ltd. and which recently acquired Amer Sports Corp.—announced it has gained title to all Amer shares in accordance with Finnish securities law.
Neiman Marcus Appoints President And Chief Merchandising Officer
Neiman Marcus Group announced the appointment of Lana Todorovich to president and chief merchandising officer.

Baker Mayfield Tops Best-Selling Jerseys In NFL Pre-Season
Baker Mayfield of the Cleveland Browns was the top-selling jersey this NFL pre-season, according to Fanatics’ ranking of the top-ten jerseys. Also landing in the top five were Patrick Mahomes, Khalil Mack, Tom Brady and Saquon Barkley.
BSN Sports Partners With Nancy Lieberman
BSN Sports, a division of Varsity Brands, announced that Nancy Lieberman – basketball Hall of Famer, BIG3 Head Coach of Power, 2018 BIG 3 Champion and Coach of Year – has entered into a partnership with BSN Sports to help elevate girls’ sports by providing curated coaching resources, content and support.
Life Fitness Announces Changes To Executive Leadership Team
Life Fitness announced that Dan Wille will transition from chief commercial officer to the position of vice president of global marketing and product development, and Tim McCarthy and Frank van de Ven will both return to Life Fitness to assume the roles as vice president of sales, Americas and vice president of sales, international, respectively.

Under Armour Appoints Stephanie Pugliese As President, North America
Under Armour Inc. announced the appointment of Stephanie Pugliese, former CEO of Duluth Trading Company, as president, North America.
G-III Apparel Lowers Full-Year Guidance Due To Tariffs
G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. reported a modest increase in earnings on an adjusted basis in the second quarter ended July 31 as sales expanded 3.1 percent. Guidance was reduced for the year due to tariffs.
Founder Sport Rolls Out Two-Day Team Uniforms Delivery
Founder Sport Group, the parent of Badger Sport, Alleson Athletic, and Garb Athletic, unveiled the national launch of Teamwork Flash. Leveraging exclusive CoverAll technology, Teamwork Flash allows customers to fully customize pre-sewn garments online that are guaranteed to ship within two days.