At its Investor Day, Foot Locker Inc. didn’t alter its long-term growth goals but officials detailed how new store concepts, fresh engagement approaches and other digitally-savvy concepts would significantly reshape the retailer in the years ahead.
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Firearms Market Share Opportunities Abound For Sportsman’s Warehouse
An earnings miss and the resignation of its CFO might have taken a toll on Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc.’s shares after Thursday morning’s release of fourth-quarter results, but the company is uniquely positioned for growth thanks to one category in particular—firearms.
Toray Develops New PPS Resin with World’s Highest Flexibility Level Toray Industries, Inc.
Toray Industries, Inc. (Head office Chuo-ku, Tokyo; President, Akihiro Nikkaku; hereinafter referred to as “Toray”) announced today that it succeeded in developing a new polyphenylene sulfide (hereinafter referred to as “PPS”) resin with the world’s highest flexibility level while maintaining its superior heat resistance and chemical resistance. The company plans to start proposing applications of […]
Aisle Talk Week Of March 25
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including the National Football League naming New Era Cap as the official outfitter of the NFL Scouting Combine. Under Armour had held exclusive rights as the NFL Scouting Combine’s official apparel outfitter since 2009.
Lululemon To Repurchase Shares from Advent International
Lululemon Athletica Inc. announced that it has agreed to repurchase one million shares of its common stock in a private transaction with funds affiliated with Advent International Corporation.
Hastings College Teams Up With BSN Sports, Nike
Hastings College based in Nebraska entered into a multi-year partnership agreement with BSN Sports to supply athletic apparel and equipment through Nike.
Talkoot Secures $1.65 Million In Seed Funding
Talkoot, a cloud-based content production platform that works with Adidas, Mountain Hardwear, Dr. Martens and other active lifestyle brands, announced that it has closed a $1.65 million seed round of finance to accelerate sales and marketing and drive product development.
PHIT Act Making Quick Progress In New Congress
Momentum behind the Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act continues, as 24 members of the House and Senate have signed on as cosponsors in the two weeks since it was introduced.
ClubReady, Mayweather Boxing + Fitness Announce Strategic Partnership
ClubReady and Mayweather Boxing + Fitness announced a strategic partnership to enhance the fitness club experience for all Mayweather members and franchisees.
NBCUniversal Launches Content-Driven E-Commerce Marketplace With Golf Channel
NBCUniversal on Thursday launched a content commerce platform with Golf Channel called “Shop with Golf.” The new e-commerce venture offers brands an alternative to reach massive and targeted audiences while presenting shoppers with a new way to engage with their favorite brands, shows, personalities, players and network.
Athleta, Well+Good Launch Wellness Collective
Athleta on Thursday announced the launch of Wellness Collective, a new take on wellness experiences created in partnership with Well+Good. Wellness Collective will bring together female thought leaders and innovators in four key elements of holistic wellness that fuel overall health and athleticism
National Hockey League, William Hill Announce Multiyear Partnership
Sportsbook operator William Hill US on Thursday announced a strategic partnership agreement with the National Hockey League (NHL), naming William Hill as an “Official Sports Betting Partner of the NHL.”
Stage Stores Accelerates, Expands Off-Price Store Conversion Strategy
Stage Stores Inc. on Thursday announced that, following strong results for both the nine off-price conversions completed in 2018 and the 37 off-price conversions completed in the first quarter of 2019, the company is accelerating and expanding the rollout of its off-price growth strategy.
Professional Tennis Registry Elects Two New Board Members
Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) on Thursday announced the election of two new directors-at-large—Lynne Rolley and Martin Van Daalen—to the PTR board. Rolley and Daalen were elected at the organization’s annual general membership meeting and will serve three-year terms. Leo Alonso was re-elected to another three-year term, and Karl Hale was named president.
UNC-Chapel Hill Selects Hanesbrands Inc. As Primary Licensed Apparel Partner
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill has selected Hanesbrands Inc. as the University’s primary licensee for apparel products.
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