The company said the 30,000 expansion and renovation is expected to enhance the shopping experience featuring a wider selection of outdoor gear, lifestyle apparel and authentic specialty goods.
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Z-Man Appoints Product Manager and Marketing Specialist
The company has hired Richard Dunham, a lifelong bass fisherman and industry veteran, in the newly created role of product manager role, and Marketing Specialist Abbie Skeen, who brings her skills in image and visual branding as well as graphic design.
Victory Archery Hires Regional Sales Manager
Cody Powell is the newest member of the growing Victory Archery team, stepping into the role of regional sales manager.
Legacy1846 Hires Industry Vet as VP of Brand & Customer Relations
The company has hired Luke Cotton as VP of brand and customer relations, driving collaboration across multiple divisions within the Legacy1846 brands, including Outtech and The Sports Products Group.
EXEC: Perfect Moment Opens First Seasonal Store in Austrian Alps Ski Resort
The establishment of the Kitzbühel store, the fashionable winter ski resort in the Austrian Alps, follows the October opening of the company’s first seasonal retail location in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood.
Report: Over 157M Consumers Plan to Shop on Super Saturday, with Almost Half Online
The NRF suggests that with only four days between Super Saturday and December 25, shoppers will likely embrace multiple channels as they wrap up their holiday shopping; however, e-commerce appears to be the top destination with 49 percent of respondents going online.
Ombraz to Expand Retail Presence, Adds New Hire
The company plans to expand its representation in other U.S. regions outside the Southwest and Southeast. Internationally, it aims to expand its business in Japan while exploring distribution opportunities in Canada. In October, Samantha Putošová was hired as supply chain and operations manager.
Life Time Continues Expansion in Atlanta with Club in North Druid Hills
Life Time North Druid Hills in Atlanta, GA, opened on Monday, December 16. The new location marks the eighth in Atlanta and the first in DeKalb County for Life Time.
Rusty Saunders Passes Away After 60 Years in SG Industry
Rusty Saunders had a successful 60-plus-year career in the sporting goods industry, having worked in retail, manufacturing and sales. He was inducted into the NSGA Hall of Fame in 2013. Saunders passed away on December 8 at age 88.
Recall: Stanley Switchback and Trigger Action Travel Mugs
Stanley has received 91 reports worldwide, including 16 in the U.S., of the recalled travel mugs’ lids detaching during use, resulting in 38 burn injuries worldwide, including two burn injuries in the U.S.
Blue Water Acquires Santee Lakes KOA Journey
Rafael Correa, president of Blue Water Development, said, “By investing in significant property enhancements at Santee Lakes KOA Journey, we aim to provide even greater value for our guests and make this picturesque resort a standout destination.”
Marriott International Acquires Postcard Cabins and Trailborn
Marriott has expanded its outdoor-focused lodging offerings through two founding deals in the outdoor lodging segment, acquiring the Postcard Cabins brand, formerly Getaway Outposts, and signing a long-term agreement with Trailborn.
Lancer Systems Appoints Familiar Face as LE/MIL Sales Manager
Charles Vlasek returns to the company as LE/MIL sales manager, focused on driving the company’s growth in law enforcement and military partnerships.
Celerant Technologies Appoints Michele Salerno Chief Growth Officer
Celerant Technology promoted Michele Salerno to the newly created position of chief growth officer. Salerno is now responsible for strategic partnership development, market expansion and revenue acceleration to drive sustainable business growth.
Costco Says Consumer is Healthy as it Reports 7.5 Percent Q1 Sales Growth
The commentary surrounding the fiscal 2025 first quarter results for Costco Wholesale Corporation ranged from “mixed” to “beats” to “strong” on Thursday, December 12 after the retail warehouse giant posted its operating results for the twelve weeks ended November 24.
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