Vuori, the Southern California-inspired activewear brand, is talking to investment banks about a potential initial public offering by the middle of next year.
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Leupold Names Director of Marketing
Leupold & Stevens, Inc. promoted Lucas Burt to director of marketing, effective immediately. Burt has worked for the manufacturer of sport optics since 2017 as brand creative director.
Burton Snowboards Announce New R&D Partnership
Burton Snowboards formed a new partnership with HDry focused on expanding and evolving HDry’s direct 3D membrane lamination technology for waterproofing outdoor products. The collaboration will also “focus on R&D efforts in an undisclosed product assortment.” “At Burton, we have a relentless focus on bringing innovative products to life,” said Burton Snowboards Chief Product Officer […]
Burton Snowboards Forms New R&D Partnership
Burton Snowboards formed a new partnership with HDry focused on expanding and evolving HDry’s direct 3D membrane lamination technology for waterproofing outdoor products. The collaboration will also “focus on R&D efforts in an undisclosed product assortment.” “At Burton, we have a relentless focus on bringing innovative products to life,” said Burton Snowboards Chief Product Officer […]
Fabletics Appoints VP Wholesale for Europe
Fabletics appointed Thomas Fröhlke as vice president wholesale for Europe. Previously, he was head of sales for four years at Hunter Boots.
Nikwax Launches Wash for Activewear
Nikwax, the international manufacturer of technical cleaners and waterproofing products for outdoor gear and apparel, developed a “high-powered” deodorizing cleaner, Sports Refresh, designed to “eliminate odors and help prevent their build-up in athletic and fitness clothing,” offered in a 1-liter bottle. Sports Refresh supports a variety of retail channels with a product “that cares for all […]
NexTex Innovations Partners with Duck Camp on Sustainable Product Line
NexTex Innovations, an Atlanta-based textile technology developer, announced that Duck Camp adopted its TurboDry moisture management technology for its apparel collection. Based in Austin, TX, Duck Camp specializes in hunting and fishing apparel. The brand recently introduced TurboDry Technology in its Hill Country Henley for men and Hill Country Pullover for women, both thermal layers […]
SEC Charges Coleman’s Parent Co, Former CEO With Misleading Investors
The SEC on Friday charged Newell Brands and Michael Polk, its former CEO and current CEO of Implus, with misleading investors over financial accounting practices. The company and Polk agreed to a settlement with the SEC.
Head/Tyrolia Hires New Sales and Marketing Associate
Head/Tyrolia, the ski and binding brand, hired Max Bervy, III, as Wintersports sales and marketing associate based in the company’s Boulder, CO office.
Lululemon Undergoes Layoffs Following Peloton Partnership
Lululemon confirmed that it laid off approximately 120 Lululemon Studio employees following the announcement that it partnered with Peloton and the related discontinuance of its Mirror device.
Dick’s SG To Open Store in Glen Carbon, IL
Dick’s Sporting Goods plans to open a new store at Orchard Town Center in n Glen Carbon, IL, in spring 2025.
Toys R Us to Open Up to 24 Flagship Stores in the U.S. Next Year
WHP Global, the parent company of Toys “R” Us, partnered with Go! Retail Group to open as many as 24 Toys R Us flagship stores across the U.S. starting next year.
Report: Woods and Golf Balls Help Drive Positive Golf Equipment Growth in August
Golf Datatech reported that golf equipment sales posted an increase in on-and off-course specialty stores in August after 11 consecutive months of contracting sales. Total golf equipment sales reportedly grew by almost 3 percent for the month in the channel, driven by the Woods and Golf Balls categories.
Stio Launches FW 2023/24 Line With First Freeride Collection
Stiolaunched its first dedicated freeride ski line with the Figment Collection for FW23/24.The collection offers a more relaxed fit with Stio’s 100 percent recycled PeakProof 3L face fabric and a breathable inner membrane to ensure waterproofing and weather protection. The four styles in the Figment Collection include the men’s and women’s Figment Jacket and Bib. Stio’s Fall/Winter 2023-24 Collection […]
Stio Launches FW 2023/24 Line With First Freeride Collection
Stio launched its first dedicated freeride ski line with the Figment Collection for FW23/24. The collection offers a more relaxed fit with Stio’s 100 percent recycled PeakProof 3L face fabric and a breathable inner membrane to ensure waterproofing and weather protection. The four styles in the Figment Collection include the men’s and women’s Figment Jacket and Bib. Stio’s FW […]
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