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.
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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.
OBIT: Garmin Co-Founder And Chairman Emeritus Gary Burrell
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. on Thursday announced that Gary Burrell, aviation pioneer and co-founder of Garmin Ltd., died June 12 at the age of 81.
Duluth Holdings Reaffirms 2019 Guidance On Widened Q1 Loss
Duluth Holdings Inc. (dba, Duluth Trading company) on Thursday reaffirmed its guidance for the year after announcing a net loss for the fiscal first quarter ended May 5 of $7.6 million, or 23 cents per diluted share, compared to a net loss of $0.7 million, or 2 cents per diluted share, in the prior-year first quarter. Earnings were in line with Wall Street’s projections.
Sequential Brands Group Announces Category Expansion for Gaiam
Sequential Brands Group Inc. announced Thursday that it has signed a partnership for yoga, fitness and wellness brand Gaiam to expand the brand into the growing natural personal care and wellness space.
PrimaLoft Names Jim Frazier SVP, Global Marketing
PrimaLoft Inc. on Thursday named industry veteran Jim Frazier as new senior vice president, global marketing. Most recently, he served as vice president of product for United Sports Brands, a collection of several brands including Nathan Sports, Shock Doctor, McDavid, Cutters and XO Athletic.
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