KOA Survey: Camping Expanding In Appeal

After five years of surveying North American campers, the 2019 North American Camping Report from Kampgrounds of America (KOA) shows the camping landscape is strong – new and life-long campers are committed to the outdoor camping lifestyle, as demonstrated by their diversity, camping more frequently and enthusiasm for using camping as a conduit to active outdoor lifestyles.

Patagonia … Leading The Way Toward Regenerative Organic Agriculture

Day Two of Outdoor Retailer, Patagonia will lead a conversation about supply chains and climate change led by the leaders of the Apparel Impact Institute and Regenerative Organic Alliance including representatives from Burton, Dr. Bronner’s, Patagonia and Patagonia Provisions, the flyer is shown left. Join them from 3:00 – 5:30 p.m. in Meeting Room 201 […]

Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Kicks Off This Week

More than 1,400 exhibiting brands and over 25,000 attendees are expected to gather this week Outdoor Retailer Summer Market at the Colorado Convention Center. The show features more than 250 new exhibitors and is the largest event held at the convention center.

Champs Sports Introduces Women’s Concept

Champs Sports, which is owned by Foot Locker Inc., has created an in-store shop concept called Champ Sports Women offering lifestyle-inspired footwear, apparel and accessories, with an emphasis on an active, healthy lifestyle, according to a report from Women’s Wear Daily.

Why is Evo Creating A Community Hub In Salt Lake?

Evo, the Seattle-based retailer of ski and snowboard gear and apparel, is doubling-down on its community-building vision with the planned development of Campus SLC, a 100,000 square foot retail operation planning for Salt Lake City. Bryce Phillips, Evo’s founder and CEO, talks to SGB Executive about his vision for Campus SLC, why Salt Lake City was chosen, and what the investment means for Evo.

Citi Trends’ CEO To Depart

Citi Trends, Inc. announced chief executive officer Bruce Smith has decided to resign from his position as CEO. However, in order to provide for an orderly transition, Smith has agreed to continue to serve as CEO until the earlier of when his successor is in place or February 1, 2020.