Lands’ End, Inc. announced that Andrew McLean, president, International, at American Eagle Outfitters, would join Lands’ End as CEO-designate and as a member of its Board on November 1, 2022.
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SylvanSport Expands Engineering Team
SylvanSport, the Brevard, NC-based maker of camping trailers, rooftop tents and outdoor gear, announced it hired Brandon Miller as engineering director and VAST specialist to oversee its Engineering Department and procedures.
MeUndies Appoints Chief Marketing Officer
MeUndies, the Los Angeles-based underwear and loungewear company, hired Elizabeth Krause as chief marketing officer. Krause has over two decades of marketing experience working at brands including Speedo, Volcom, Fox Racing, and Oakley.
GroupeSTAHL Hires New CFO
Michigan-based GroupeSTAHL hired Derek Nugent as chief financial officer.

Lids Opens Flagship In Las Vegas
Lids opened a flagship store on the Las Vegas Strip. The two-story building is the retailer’s largest concept store at 12,000 square feet.
Gore-Tex Brand Campaign Showcases Commitment To Innovation, Performance And Responsibility
Timed with the introduction of Gore-Tex’s AW22 product launch, the company created its “Our Work Is Never Done” campaign showcasing four decades of innovation from Gore’s Fabrics Division. The story outlines Gore’s journey “to develop its high-performing product technologies in durable, waterproof, windproof, and breathable protection.” The campaign ends with introducing new Gore-Tex products representing […]

Jack Wolfskin Introduces Zero Tape Technology In New Tapeless Jacket
Jack Wolfskin, the technical and sustainable outerwear manufacturer, is continuing its sustainable product line with the Tapeless Jacket, available in Fall 2022. The Tapeless Jacket eliminates 60 feet of seam-seeling tape and introduces a new seam construction. “Seam tape is the weakest component used in the production of waterproof outdoor apparel. The weight of the […]

Western Mountain Destinations See Increased Bookings During August
The combination of strong rates and an uptick in bookings has bolstered western mountain destinations’ chances for a strong end-of-summer finish and laid a good foundation for the upcoming winter ski season, according to DestiMetrics.
Rothy’s Prevails In Infringement Lawsuit Against Birdies
Rothy’s Inc. announced that a federal court in the Northern District of California has entered a Consent Judgment in Rothy’s patent infringement lawsuit against Birdies, Inc., permanently enjoining and restraining Birdies from selling its infringing knit Blackbird shoes and any other products that infringe Rothy’s design patents asserted in the litigation.

Revo’s Launches Audio-Enhanced Smart Sunglasses
Revo launched its Revo Sonic audio sunglasses that let listeners field phone calls, listen to music and monitor fitness workouts with an optional app. Three years in the making, the new frames combine Bluetooth audio technology with the brand’s signature NASA polarized lenses. The glasses feature RevoWhisper technology, which cancels out ambient noise while enhancing […]
Varsity Spirit To Open New Headquarters In Downtown Memphis
Varsity Spirit will open its new headquarters in downtown Memphis, TN.
BikeExchange Announces Changes In Leadership
BikeExchange/Kitzuma Cycling Logistics has added and shuffled North American positions for BikeExchange, including promoting Cameron Simpson as head of North America.
Recall: Cervélo Bikes
Cervélo recalled about 2,043 model year 2022 R5 and Caledonia-5 bicycles and 182 ST31 LT replacement stems because the bike’s handlebars could slip in the stem and cause the rider to lose control.

August Retail Sales Supported By Job And Wage Gains Amid Continued Inflation
The National Retail Federation reported core retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants, grew 0.1 percent in August from July and were up 8 percent unadjusted year-over-year. Consumers’ willingness to spend overcame inflation again in August as more jobs and higher wages helped ease some of the pressure of continuing high prices, the NRF said.

Eddie Bauer Partners With Itochu For Japan Expansion
Authentic Brands Group entered into a new partnership with Itochu to grow the Eddie Bauer business in Japan.