The retail industry supported 55 million full- and part-time jobs in 2022, accounting for 26 percent of total U.S. employment, according to a new report released by the NRF.
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Motocaddy Strengthens U.S. Sales Team Following Record Growth
The new joint Vice Presidents of Sales, Mike Samoles and Andy Warren, have over 50 years of golf industry experience between them and join the brand following a reported record growth of 42 percent last year.

American Apparel Expands Reach in Australian and New Zealand Markets
American Apparel, owned by Gildan Activewear, is expanding its reach in the Australian and New Zealand markets, releasing its 2024 product line through a dedicated e-commerce website.

EXEC: Xtep Gives Nod to Saucony Profits, Provides Details on Wolverine IP Deal
The retail partner for the Saucony, Merrell, K·Swiss, and Palladium brands, and now a 40 percent owner of the Saucony IP in China, said 2023 was a landmark year as it celebrated its 15th Anniversary of listing on the Hong Kong Stock Exchange.

EXEC: The Buckle Sees Denim ASPs Rise But Profits Dip as Footwear Falls 41 Percent
Fourth quarter comparisons also continued to be challenged with declines in the retailer’s HeyDude volume, particularly on the men’s side. Overall footwear sales were down about 41 percent for the quarter.

Dick’s House of Sport Partners with Former NFL Pro J.J. Watt
“J.J.’s passion for sport and his commitment to the community make him the perfect fit for Dick’s House of Sport.” —Mark Rooks, VP of creative, sponsorships and entertainment, Dick’s Sporting Goods

Adidas Introduces Twistknit and Twistweave in Ultimate365 Golf Apparel Collection
Adidas Golf’s new material concepts, Twistknit and Twistweave, are now part of its Ultimate365 golf apparel range for men and women.

Sacks Parente Golf Widens Net Loss as Product Sales Expand
The golf equipment start-up company reported $349,000 in revenues for the 2023 full year, compared to $190,000 in 2022.

Copper Mtn Resort x Ball Revolutionize Recycling Practices To Protect Mountain Town
The Ball Aluminum Cup is made of 90 percent recycled content, the highest recycled content rate of any beverage packaging in its category and is available in 5 different sizes.

RVIA: Board Meeting Notes and RV Campground Coalition Hold First In-Person Meeting
The newly formed RV Campground Coalition held its first in-person meeting and began setting goals to unify the industry around campgrounds’ importance to RV camping’s current and future health.

IHRSA Wraps 2024 Trade Show & Convention, Names New Board Members
IHRSA 2024 welcomed more than 300 exhibitors, 150 speakers and 8,700 fitness professionals, show organizers reported preliminary number show a double-digit increase in attendance from 2023’s venue.
Joyride Closes Series A Funding to Connectivity in Low-Speed Electric Vehicles
The company powers connected electric vehicles in over 250 global markets, from e-scooters and e-bikes to mini-cars and golf carts.

Petsmart’s Arcadia Trail Collection Empowers Pet Parents + Pets To explore With Confidence
LED apparel, functional outdoor gear and glow-in-the-dark toys give pet parents the confidence to enjoy the outdoors safely this summer with their pets.

Xpedition Archery Adds Senior Level Engineers to Drive Innovation
Sean Keeney and Jason Fogg are expected to enhance Xpedition Archery’s engineering department to drive innovation in the archery experience.

Gazelle Bikes Introduces Eclipse eBike Featuring Bosch Smart System
The Eclipse is Gazelle’s first low-step, Class 3 eBike paired with the largest, integrated 750W battery.