Wolverine World Wide, Inc. appointed Cheryl Abel-Hodges, current CEO of Tommy John, and Jack Boyle, the former head buyer for Fanatics, to its Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2025.
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Mountain High Outfitters Opens First Store in South Carolina
Tthe outdoor retail chain based in Birmingham, AL, opened its first South Carolina location at the Columbiana Centre in Columbia. The company now has 28 stores, including stores in Alabama, Georgia, Tennessee, Florida, and Utah.
Imbox Protection Acquired by PE Firm
Altor Fund VI, a Swedish private equity firm, has acquired a majority stake in Imbox Protection A/S, a Danish company specializing in footwear protection technology, while entering into a partnership with the company’s former founder and owners, Réné Marker and the Grundtvig family.
Rack Room Appoints Chief Merchant and Chief Digital Officer
The company promoted Brian Burnett to senior vice president, chief merchandise officer and Molly Hartney to chief digital officer, a newly created role. Burnett has been with Rack Room Shoes for nearly nine years, having previously served as general merchandise manager. Hartney joined the company as chief marketing officer in 2021.
Peak Ski Shutters Amid Liquidity Crisis
Peak Ski Co., founded in 2021 by ski legend Bode Miller and resort veteran Andy Wirth, has closed its headquarters and laid off its staff as it seeks to avoid a bankruptcy filing. Ski icons, Chris Davenport and Michelle Parker, whom the company hired as product designers, are threatening to sue for breach of contract over significant amounts owed to them.
Snyder Golf USA Taps Denny Mazur as Chief Revenue Officer
Mazur is said to bring over a decade of sales, marketing and operational leadership from top-tier golf brands, including Srixon, Cleveland Golf and OnCore Golf.
NSSF: Adjusted NICS Background Checks Decline for Fifth Straight Month
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF) reported that the June 2025 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure slipped 5.1 percent year-over-year, marking the fifth consecutive month of declines. June still marked the 71st consecutive month of exceeding one million sales-related background checks.
NSSF Appoints Silencer Central CEO to Board of Governors
Brandon Maddox founded Silencer Central in 2005 to simplify the silencer purchasing process for sportsmen and firearm enthusiasts. The NSSF appointed Maddox to its Board of Governors during the NSSF’s recent mid-year meeting.
Adobe Forecasts Almost $24 Billion In Amazon Four-Day Prime Day Sales
Amazon’s four-day Prime Day event, running from July 8 to 11, is expected to drive online spending across U.S. retailers to $23.8 billion, representing 28.4 percent year-over-year (YoY) growth and the equivalent of two Black Fridays, according to data from Adobe Analytics.
Pickleball Kingdom Franchise to Open in Louisiana
The 60,000-square-foot space in Walker, a city in Livingston Parish, Louisiana, will house 16 professional-grade indoor courts. The company is targeting an opening in the first quarter of 2026 through a local ownership team.
West Water Products Acquired by 1991 Outdoors
Best known for its Thingamabobber fly fishing strike indicator, West Water Products has been acquired by 1991 Outdoors, LLC.
Xponential Fitness’ SEC Investigation Concludes Without Action
Xponential Fitness reported in a regulatory filing that the Securities and Exchange Commission had concluded an 18-month investigation of the company on July 1 without taking action.
Revelyst Precision Sports Names Briand VP, Business Development
With over 25 years of experience in golf operations and business development, Briand’s career includes stops at True Spec Golf, TaylorMade and several golf clubs.
Steven Madden Reports Resignations of Chief Merchandising Officer and Director
In a regulatory filing, the company reported the resignations of Karla Frieders as chief merchandising officer, effective June 30 and Robert Smith as director, effective July 14.
L.L.Bean Sets Opening Date for First Central New Jersey Store
The store in Bridgewater will offer customers easy access to Washington Valley Park, Duke Farm and paddling routes along the Raritan River. The location will be L.L.Bean’s fourth store in New Jersey.
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