Xenith, the maker of football helmets, announced the formation of its inaugural Scientific Advisory Board. The board is made up of independent experts in athlete health and wellness, neurology, biomechanics and sport technology.
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Steve Layton Named President Of Polartec
Spartanburg, SC-based Milliken & Co., a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of textile expertise, has named Steve Layton president of its newly acquired Polartec business.
Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler Wins Two Best New Product Awards At Outdoor Retailer Show
Pelican Products, Inc., the industry leader of high-performance protective cases and coolers, is proud to have received not one, but two Best New Product Awards at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019. Winning awards from both BestProducts.com and Business Insider, the new Pelican Dayventure Backpack was celebrated for its thoughtful design that makes both utility and […]

Diamond Brand Gear Outfits First Ever Forest Service Glamping Site
The groundbreaking site features the Asheville brand’s legendary Wall Tents. Diamond Brand Gear, an American manufacturer of outdoor gear, recently partnered with Pisgah Hospitality Partners, an Asheville-based recreation area and glamping site, to bring luxury to the wilderness. Located at Lake Powhatan Recreation Area, the Pisgah Glamping site is the first of its kind on […]
Lighting Innovator’s Newest Creation Counters Common Dissatisfaction With New Products
Survey reveals as much as $23 billion spent annually on Outdoor Gear purchases they later regret. Campers planning their summer excursions should be aware of a new survey showing that 25-percent of self-described outdoor enthusiasts admit to regretting at least half of the outdoor gear purchases they’ve made within the last 12 months. The Outdoor […]

StockX Earns $1 Billion Valuation In Funding Round, Appoints New CEO
StockX, the sneaker re-selling website, has closed on a $110 million Series C funding round from investment firms DST Global, General Atlantic, and GGV Capital. The company also announced the appointment of Scott Cutler, formerly at eBay, as CEO.
Newell Brands Names CFO Peterson As Interim CEO
Newell Brands announced the appointment of Executive Vice President, Chief Financial Officer Christopher Peterson as interim chief executive officer effective June 28. Peterson succeeds President and Chief Executive Officer Michael Polk, who is retiring effective at the end of June as previously announced.
Ex-Billabong Boss Matthew Perrin Released From Jail A Year Early
Former Billabong CEO Matthew Perrin has been released from jail a year before his parole eligibility date, according to the Sydney Morning Herald.

Former Lord & Taylor President Joins Adidas North America
Vanessa LeFebvre, former president of Lord & Taylor, is joining Adidas as SVP of commercial, overseeing the brand’s U.S. wholesale, stores and online businesses.
SFIA Launches Fourth Annual Start-Up Challenge
After hosting 16 start-ups over the last three years, the SFIA Start-Up Challenge returns to SFIA’s annual Industry Leaders Summit on September 25, 2019 in Baltimore, MD.
First Six Businesses Qualify For NSGA Verified Independent Dealer Program
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) announced Tuesday the first six retailers and dealers in the sports industry who have achieved Verified Independent Dealer status.

Amazon Announces 48-Hour Prime Day
This July, Amazon will host its longest Prime Day ever with 48 hours of deals. Prime Day starts at midnight Pacific Time on Monday, July 15, and runs for two full days with more than one million deals around the world.
Jordan Brand Signs Jayson Tatum
Nike’s Jordan Brand signed Jayson Tatum, star forward from the Boston Celtics, to an endorsement deal.
Marcolin Group And Adidas Announce License Agreement
Marcolin Group, one of the worldwide leading companies in the eyewear sector, and adidas, a global leader in the sporting goods industry, have entered into a licensing agreement for eyewear products.
Invest Outside Launches ‘Outside I Can’ Campaign
Invest Outside, a new nonprofit organization on a mission to get more Americans outdoors, last week launched the Outside I Can campaign in partnership with a growing number of businesses, foundations and organizations, including REI and the Outdoor Industry Association.