Joining the team with over 20 years of manufacturing and engineering management experience, McKelvey most recently was the plant manager at Unverferth in Lexington, NE
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New Era: Gass Takes Reins at Levi’s, Shifts Focus to DTC-First
Michelle Gass has assumed the role of president and CEO at Levi Strauss & Co. and added chief marketing officer Kenny Mitchell and newly promoted chief merchandising officer Dawn Vitale to the executive leadership team.
NSSF Honors Steve Hornady with Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award
The NSSF Ken Sedlecky Lifetime Achievement Award recognizes individuals who have distinguished themselves by their long-term commitment to the success of the hunting and shooting sports industry.
Sig Sauer Appoints VP, Field Sales and Operations
Matt Campbell will be responsible for managing all field sales operations and staff supporting local retailers and distribution.
Gildan: The Saga Continues
The back and forth is nearly impossible to report on as each side lobs another boulder over the wall at their adversary only to have another come right back.
Gildan Shareholders Respond to Special Meeting Timing
Browning West, LP responded to Gildan’s announcement that its Board of Directors has “called” a so-called annual and special meeting of shareholders to be held on May 28, 2024, while also seeking to cancel the special meeting of shareholders.
Pacific Cycle Recalls Ascend Cabrillo and Minaret E-Bikes
Following reports of the electric bikes’ lithium-ion batteries overheating while charging, Pacific Cycle recalled the Ascend Cabrillo and Minaret electric bikes.
Quintana Roo debuts V-PRi Flagship Triathlon Bike
The model includes Quintana Roo’s first integrated cockpit, internal hydration and nutrition storage, exhibits weight savings, and a high level of packability for traveling triathletes.
The Ironman Group Appoints New CEO as Andrew Messick Departs Role
Scott DeRue joins the company as CEO from Equinox where he was president. DeRue will also join The Ironman Group’s Board of Directors. He succeeds Andrew Messick who announced his retirement after 12 years as CEO, but will remain on the Board.
Airstream Appoints Vice President of Sales
GM of the Travel Trailer division, Bryan Melton, an outdoor and bike industry veteran, will assume his new role as VP of sales for the Travel Trailer and Touring Coach divisions immediately, replacing Justin Humphreys.
Gildan Board Sets Meeting Date; Sets Plan for Cancellation Based on Court Case
The company’s Board called an annual and special meeting of shareholders to be held on May 28, 2024 in response to a shareholder requisition submitted by certain shareholders, but then filed an application in Quebec Court for declaratory judgment that would enable them to cancel the special meeting.
Report: National Golf Rounds Played End 2023 Up 4.2 Percent
Golf Datatech, which agreed to be acquired by Circana, reported that National Rounds Played for 2023 were up 4.2 percent, with the most significant increase coming out of the Mid-Atlantic region covering New York, Pennsylvania and New Jersey.
Dr. Martens Sees 18 Percent Sales Decline in Fiscal Q3 on U.S. Results
Group revenue reportedly declined 18 percent in constant-currency terms or a reported currency decline of 21 percent to £261.7 million. The result was said to be driven by a weak U.S. performance, as expected.
WaterRower Acquires CityRow in Rowing Equipment and Content Tie-up
The acquisition complements WaterRower’s almost 40 years of rowing manufacturing, global distribution and Nohrd brand of strength and performance products.
NSSF Concludes a Record SHOT Show
More than 55,400 industry professionals attended the four-day event with more than 2,600 companies exhibiting.
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