AGM Global Vision, a manufacturer of advanced thermal imaging and night vision systems for hunting, announced it hired Randy Carothers as its marketing director.
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Culture Kings U.S. Appoints President
A.K.A. Brands Holding Corp. announced the appointment of Jonathan Yuska as president of its Culture Kings’ U.S. division, reporting to Simon Beard, CEO and co-founder, to its expansion in the United States.
Foot Locker’s CFO Joins Kontoor Brands Board
The Board of Directors of Kontoor Brands, Inc., the parent of Wrangler and Lee, appointed Andrew Page, EVP and CFO of Foot Locker, Inc., as a director.
Columbia Sportswear Appoints SVP, Omni Planning And Fulfillment
Columbia Sportswear Company announced the appointment of Francois Guillon as senior vice president, omni planning and fulfillment.
Deckers Brands Appoints Chief Supply Chain Officer, COO To Exit
Deckers Brands announced the promotion of Angela Ogbechie to the newly created chief supply chain officer role. Ogbechie’s promotion follows David Lafitte’s decision to step down as chief operating officer to accept another opportunity.
Hydrow Partners With USA Triathlon
USA Triathlon said Hydrow, the at-home connected rower, has become the organization’s Official Connected Rowing Equipment and Rowing Training Partner through 2025.
La Sportiva Introduces Jackal II, Other Footwear And Apparel For SS23
La Sportiva, the manufacturer of mountain footwear, outlined its running and hiking products for SS/23, with the Jackal II leading the lineup offering reduced weight, a roomy toe-box and a redesigned heel. The Italian brand is also releasing several running and hiking models for SS23 and an environmentally friendly apparel line. “Ultra-Running is growing rapidly, […]
TRX Files For Bankruptcy, Pursues Sale
TRX, the maker of functional training products and training content, has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the Central District of California, Santa Ana Division in order to pursue a sale.
Payntr Golf Expands Internationally
Payntr Golf, the golf footwear brand based in Portland, OR, has established new distribution partners in markets outside of the U.S. and U.K., including Europe, Asia, and South Africa, among others, under the umbrella company of Payntr Golf Global.
PXG Opens First Retail Store In Colorado
PXG officially opened its first brick-and-mortar location in Denver, its first store in Colorado. The maker of golf equipment and apparel said it plans to end 2022 with 24 locations in the U.S.
Golftec Opens Location In Wisconsin
Golftec announced the opening of an instruction and club fitting center in Appleton, WI.
Rising Racquet Prices Help Tennis Sustain Momentum
Total wholesale racquet unit sales into the US market* grew by over 11 percent in the first three months of the year compared to Q1 2021, according to a report from Sports Marketing Surveys. This marks the largest Q1 total since 2010.
Aqualung Group Appoints Chairman
Aqualung Group, the manufacturer of dive and water sports gear, said Bruno Cercley will take over as chairman of its supervisory board, effective July 1. Cercley guided the turnaround of Rossignol as its CEO from 2008 until his retirement in 2021.
Fanatics Extends Contract With Aston Villa FC
Fanatics extended its e-commerce, retail and manufacturing partnership with Premier League soccer club Aston Villa FC.
Therm-A-Rest Introduces NeoAir XLite NXT Sleeping Pad
Therm-a-Rest, the manufacturer of outdoor sleeping gear for more than 50 years, is introducing the next generation of its NeoAir XLite sleeping pad for Spring 2023, the NeoAir XTherm NXT and a down Honcho Poncho. “Our 2023 introductions result from an initiative—less is truly more. With less weight, bulk, noise, and environmental impact, we drastically […]
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