The owner and operator of private country clubs and high-end daily-fee courses across the U.S., has acquired Wilmington, NC-based Compass Pointe Golf Club and Magnolia Greens Golf Club. The clubs represent Heritage’s 7th and 8th acquisitions in 2024, bringing its total club count to 41.
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Scholastic Sports Sales Owner Jeff Miller Passes Away
Miller owned Scholastic Sports Sales, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in April 2024 and is in its third generation of family ownership. He was a member of the NSGA Board for two terms from 2015 to 2021. He unexpectedly passed away on December 19 at age 69.
U.S. Congress Re-Authorizes the Economic Development Administration
The EDA, a federal agency focused on promoting economic growth and job creation in communities across the country, plays a crucial role in supporting the outdoor recreation economy.
U.S. Senate Passes EXPLORE Act Modernizing Outdoor Recreation Policy
A first-of-its-kind bipartisan package that improves outdoor recreation on America’s public lands and waters. The EXPLORE Act passed the U.S. House earlier this year. It will now go to the President’s desk for signature.
Powder Valley Outdoors Taps Willie Vernon as New VP Marketing
With a career spanning the firearms and outdoor industries, Vernon’s experience includes having worked for SilencerCo, Vista Outdoor, Bote, and Christensen Arms.
AGM Global Vision Promotes Scott Cook to Director of Sales
The company said Cook joined AGM Global Vision as a sales account manager and quickly distinguished himself through his commitment to increasing efficiency, nurturing dealer relationships and in-depth understanding of the industry.
Winnebago Industries Posts Fiscal Q1 Net Loss on Lower Unit Volume and ASPs
The company said the RV and marine operating environment remained challenging in the first quarter, marked by subdued consumer demand and a cautious dealer network reluctant to make significant commitments on new orders ahead of the historically slow winter season.
Bobby Jones Links Names VP of Revenue Management
With a diverse background in various industries, including golf, hospitality and education, Eric Escamilla’s career, includes roles as regional director of Membership Sales at Heritage Golf Group and director of Membership at ClubCorp.
EXEC: Nike’s NA Q2 Footwear Down 14 Percent; Reduces Classics Share of Business
In North America, Nike Direct declined 15 percent, with Nike Digital down 22 percent and Nike stores down 3 percent.
Wholesale declined 1 percent. Nike said it took another step forward shifting the product portfolio by reducing the proportion of our business driven by the Classic Footwear franchises.
Shoes For Crews Taps Board Director to Serve as CEO
Chris Quinn will assume the CEO role beginning January 1, 2025. He has served as a director of Shoes For Crews since August 2024.
AstroTurf Corporation Acquires Coast to Coast Turf
Coast to Coast Turf’s operations and leadership, including Founder and President Steve Webb, will continue post-transaction and partner with AstroTurf to support future growth.
Hanesbrands, Inc. Reaches Proposed Settlement in May 2024 Data Breach Case
A proposed settlement has been reached with the company relating to a sophisticated ransomware attack on HBI discovered by the company in May 2022.
AstroTurf Welcomes New Regional Sales Manager
Chris Siegle joins AstroTurf as the new regional sales Manager for Western Pennsylvania and Western New York. He brings an extensive background in sports and coaching of over two decades to the role.
Big 5 Sporting Goods Renews Five-Year Credit Facility with BofA
The company has entered into an agreement to amend and extend its credit facility with Bank of America, N. A., as administrative agent and lender.
OHM Fitness Opens First Arizona Location
The studio’s 2,200-square-foot space marks a larger expansion plan for the company in the Arizona’s West Valley and nationwide. Franchisees Casey Meyeres, April Meyeres, Candice Johnson, and Chris Johnson lead OHM’s West Valley location.
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