Academy Sports and Outdoors, Inc. said in a regulatory filing that Heather Davis, SVP, accounting, treasury and tax (principal accounting officer) is leaving the company to pursue a new opportunity, effective September 29.
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Rossignol Continues To Grow Nordic Division
Rossignol Group promoted Jeff Courter, previous Nordic category manager for North America, to global technical product manager for the Nordic division as part of a number of promotions and additions to the division.
Houdini To Expand Circularity Platform
The brand will open its first retail store in Stockholm on September 28, giving customers multiple options from renting to buying new and reworked Houdini sportswear.
Orangetheory Fitness Franchisee to Open 14th NJ Location
Empire Portfolio Group an area developer and franchisee of Orangetheory Fitness will open a new studio in Warren, NJ. Empire said this significant expansion “solidifies Empire’s presence in New Jersey,” becoming their 14th location in the state.
Macy’s, Inc. to Hire for More Than 38,000 Seasonal Positions
Macy’s, Inc. reported plans to hire more than 38,000 full- and part-time seasonal workers for the upcoming holiday season at its Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury stores and distribution centers, consistent with open positions in 2022.
West Marine Inks Agreement with Lenders
The transaction will provide West Marine with liquidity and significantly reduce total debt to strengthen the company’s balance sheet and financial profile. The agreement was supported by 100 percent of the holders of the company’s funded debt obligations and West Marine’s current principal equity holder, L Catterton.
Volumental Expands in North America; Appoints Hollowell as GM
Volumental, the fit technology company based in Stockholm, appointed current CMO and seasoned footwear industry veteran Brent Hollowell as general manager for its North American operations to accelerate growth in the region.
Club Champion Opens Fitting Studio Near Vancouver
Club Champion opened a new fitting studio in Richmond, British Columbia, Canada, its first Club Champion-branded store in the country following its acquisition of Tour Experience Golf (TXG) in 2022.
Rally House Sets Plans to Open Six Stores
Rally House announced plans to open six stores this fall in Missouri, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio and Kentucky.
Coats Footwear and Lenzing Group Partner on Sustainable Uppers
Coats Footwear and Lenzing Group partnered to produce “sustainable” footwear uppers and fabrics using Coats ProWeave technology and Lenzing’s Tencel Lyocell Filament.
Puma Extends Scuderia Ferrari Partnership
In the coming years Puma will also continue to be the licensing partner for Ferrari-branded products and the supplier of F1 team and race wear for Ferrari and will become its premium partner starting in 2024.
Lands’ End Names CFO
Lands’ End, Inc. announced that Bernard McCracken, the company’s interim CFO since January 2023 and chief accounting officer since April 2014, was named chief financial officer.
Pvolve Opens Second Franchise Studio
The newly opened Pvolve location in Carlsbad, CA builds on the company’s pipeline of franchise locations coming to market. The new studio is owned and operated by local husband-and-wife, Kristin and Jeff Springborn.
Pure Hockey To Open Second Store in Virginia
The new store is scheduled to open in Springfield, VA, with a grand opening event scheduled for October 14..
Dick’s Sporting Goods Appoints BJ’s Chairman to Board of Directors
New director Bob Eddy has served as president and CEO of BJ’s since April 2021. He was appointed chairman in June 2023 and has served on the company’s Board of Directors since 2021. Dick’s Sporting Goods Board expanded to 12 directors.
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