EoS Fitness increased its Texas presence bringing its national footprint to 75 open gyms with the acquisition of Houston-based Texans Fit, a five-gym chain founded by the Houston Texans and fitness company M6 Football.
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Lipsey’s Promotes Two In Top Leadership Shuffle
Firearms distributor Lipsey’s promoted company President Flint Virgets to executive industry director and SVP/CFO Mark Emonet to president. He retains his role as CFO.
Mastercard: March Retail Sales Up 4.7 Percent, Driven By Growth In Service Sector And Grocery
According to Mastercard SpendingPulse, which measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment, U.S. retail sales, excluding automotive, were up 4.7 percent year-over-year in March.
Levi’s Shares Fall On Inventory Concerns
Shares of Levi Straus & Co. fell $2.89, or 16.0 percent, to $15.14 Thursday after the denim giant reported first-quarter results that topped Wall Street analysts’ targets but margins missed plan due to challenges clearing elevated inventories.
Ermenegildo Zegna Swings To 2022 Profit On Double-Digit Sales Growth
Ermenegildo Zegna N.V. reported that revenues for 2022 were €1.49 billion, up 15.5 percent year-over-year. Excluding the Greater China Region, which was affected by COVID-19-related restrictions throughout 2022, mainly from mid-March to the end of May and then again in the fourth quarter, 2022 revenues were up 42 percent year-over-year.
Adidas Terrex Releases New Trail Shoe And Apparel Range
Adidas Terrex released its Soulstride Flow for trail runners with Repetitor EVA midsole, providing soft and lightweight cushioning, an engineered mesh upper for zones of breathability, stretch and support and Continental Rubber outsole for grip across roots, rocks, dirt, and wet or dry surfaces. The shoe is made, in part, with a minimum of 50 percent […]
Grayl Upgrades Purifier Bottles With Drink-Mix Ready Filter Cartridges
Grayl “boosted the performance” of its GeoPress Water Purifier Bottle with a redesigned filter cartridge and the addition of a new One-Way Valve that allows for using electrolytes and other drink mixes—one bottle is all that’s needed to collect water, press to filter and purify, and add electrolytes for hydration. Grayl introduced the One-Way Valve in November 2022 with […]
Kelty Launches SS23 Collection
Kelty launched its spring 2023 collection, including backpacking, hiking, lifestyle, and vehicle-based products, featuring reenergized prints and colors from the brand’s “best-selling” items. As consumers continue to “go further exploring new day hiking trailheads, deeper into the backcountry on multi-day trips or just gear-up their vehicles for campsite adventures,” Kelty’s key products for the S23 […]
Big Gear Show Partners With Locally
The Big Gear Show reported it partnered with Locally to develop retailer education for its June 2023 show at the Colorado Convention Center in Denver from June 8-11. “The Big Gear Show, like Locally, serves at the intersection of brands, retailers and consumers. We are thrilled to partner this year and present industry-leading solutions for […]
The Buckle Reports 10.1 Percent Comp Store Sales Decline For March
The Buckle, Inc. reported that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week fiscal period ended April 1 decreased 10.1 percent from comparable store net sales for the 5-week period ended April 2, 2022.
Clarus’ President John Walbrecht Steps Down
Clarus Corp., in a regulatory filing, said John Walbrecht, company president, mutually agreed to terminate employment effective March 31.
Pure Fishing Appoints New CEO As Kent Moves To Board
Pure Fishing hired Dave Allen as CEO, replacing Harlan Kent, who moves into a new role as a member of the company’s board of directors and a special project advisor.
Meijer To Open Indiana Supercenter
Meijer will open a new 159,000-square-foot supercenter in Elkhart, IN, on May 11, making it the 11th Meijer store in Northern Indiana, and will include a Meijer Express gas station, scheduled to open on April 13 adjacent to the center.
Camping World Holdings To Acquire Arkansas RV Center
Camping World Holdings, Inc. reported it would acquire Breeden RV Center in Van Buren, AR. The acquisition, closing in the second quarter of 2023, will increase the company’s Arkansas location count to four.
Nike, Inc. Appoints New EVP & Chief Communication Officer; Nigel Powell To Retire
Nike, Inc. promoted KeJuan Wilkins to EVP, chief communications officer effective June 1. He succeeds Nigel Powell, the company’s long-time EVP/CCO, who is retiring this summer.
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