Current EVP/CFO Rustin Welton will retire from Kontoor after four years with the company. Kontoor hired VF Corp.’s former corporate development VP, Joe Alkire , to replace Welton as EVP/CFO.
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Rally House Opens Store in Cleveland Market
Rally House opened a retail store at the Great Lakes Mall in Mentor, OH, just east of the Cleveland metro.
Report: Starter Plans Comeback With New Licensing Deals
Starter is reportedly negotiating on-field licensing deals with the Fox Sports-controlled USFL and the Arena Football League as part of a comeback.
Icemule Coolers Introduces Hands-Free Handlebar Cooler
Icemule Coolers, the portable backpack cooler maker, introduced the Impulse hands-free cooler inspired by traditional “musette” bags made famous by Tour de France cyclists. The Icemule Impulse triples as a bike handlebar bag, crossbody tote and lunch cooler, enabling outdoor enthusiasts to keep refreshments ice-cold on the go. The Impulse is made with Icemule’s heavy-duty Mule Skin […]
Raen Introduces Expedition Remmy
Raen, an eyewear brand, introduced its latest creation, the Expedition Remmy. Building on the popularity of the Remmy frame style, Raen reimagined the design by incorporating a hood detail for enhanced eye protection. “We are thrilled to unveil the Expedition Remmy, an eyewear innovation that captures the essence of adventure and pays tribute to the daring […]
Galvin Green Appoints Global Sales Director
Premium hi-tech golf apparel brand has appointed experienced corporate executive Per Ågren to a new position as its global sales director.
Columbia Sportswear Names SVP, Global Distribution Network
Columbia Sportswear Company hired Tom Gyles as SVP, global distribution network. He formerly worked for PVH and Gap, Inc.
Westcliff University Partners with Nike/BSN Sports
Westcliff University, based in Irvine, CA, entered into a five-year partnership with Nike through BSN Sports.
Aerosoles, White Mountain Parent Acquires Hatch Collective
American Exchange Group, the parent of the Aerosoles and White Mountain footwear brands, moved into the beauty space by acquiring HatchCollective, the manufacturer of beauty and personal care brands.
Iron Valley Supply Hires New Account Manager
The company hired Travis Czukoski as an account manager. He recently graduated from West Chester University in May 2023 with a dual major in Finance and Economics.
Ben Sherman Inks License Agreement with BSI Apparel
Ben Sherman announced a new licensing agreement with U.K.-based BSI Apparel Limited, a subsidiary of Broadgate1960, the parent company of Crew Clothing Company, Saltrock Surfwear and Pringle of Scotland.
EXEC: Vipshop Sees Q2 Earnings Jump as Key Site Metrics Point Higher
The online discount retailer for brands in China, including many U.S. active lifestyle brands, reported total net revenues for Q2 increased 13.6 percent year-over-year to RMB27.9 billion (US$3.8 billion).
Study Names Top Product Placement Brands in Movies and TV
Nike, Adidas, Ray-Ban, Converse and Under Armour ranked as the top-five clothing and accessories brands featured as product placement in films, according to a recent study from U.K.-based Merchant Marine.
Dick’s SG Opens Nine New House of Sports Locations
Dick’s Sporting Goods continues to expand the House of Sport brand and format with nine new locations celebrating grand openings in July and August.
Report: Adidas Exploring Bata India Partnership
Footwear manufacturer Bata India is negotiating with Adidas for a strategic partnership for the Indian market, according to a report from CNBC-TV18, with the talks likely to advance.
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