CrossFit announced the launch of CrossFit Precision Care, a primary care physician service developed by Dr. Julie Foucher and other CrossFit-trained doctors.
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Nike Issues Vaccine Mandate For Office Employees
Nike revealed that it is mandating all office-based employees receive a COVID-19 vaccination.
Carhartt Marketing Executive Joins Truck Hero
Truck Hero Inc. has hired Tony Ambroza, formerly chief brand officer at Carhartt, as chief growth officer.
Scheels To Open Second Store In Kansas
Scheels announced plans to open its second store in Wichita, KS. The retail location is set to open Spring 2023. The company’s first Kansas store opened in Overland Park in 2015.
Compass Diversified Acquires Packaging Provider
Altor Solutions, Inc., a subsidiary of Compass Diversified (CODI) announced that it has acquired Plymouth Foam for an enterprise value of $56 million, excluding customary closing adjustments. Both firms make protective packaging solutions and componentry.
Wedbush Hires Senior Equity Research Analyst, Footwear And Apparel
Wedbush Securities announced the appointment of Tom Nikic as senior equity research analyst in the consumer group.
Authentic Brands Group Appoints President For LATAM
Authentic Brands Group announced that Joseph N. Zarro had rejoined the company as President of Latin America.
Trade Associations Express Concerns Over Biden Administration’s China Trade Policy
Trade associations in the retail, footwear and apparel space expressed disappointment over United States Trade Representative Katherine Tai’s announcement on the Biden administration’s China trade policy that called for existing tariffs to remain in place while restoring the ability of U.S. importers to seek exemptions from those levies.
Piper Sandler Fall Teen Survey Finds Acceleration In Teen Spending
Piper Sandler’s 42nd Semi-Annual Generation Z Survey finds mid-single growth year-over-year in apparel and footwear spend, led by females. In the active lifestyle space, Nike remains the leading apparel brand for teens while Lululemon gained 200 basis points year over year; Nike is the No. 1 footwear brand—up 500 basis points year over year.
OBIT: Bernard Tapie
Bernard Tapie, the former majority owner of Adidas, has passed away at the age of 78 after a years-long battle with cancer.
HEX’s Creates Misshattan Camera Capsule In Collaboration With Natalie Amrossi
HEX, the fashion accessory brand, introduces the HEX x Misshattan Camera Capsule in collaboration with NYC-based commercial and travel photographer Natalie Amrossi. “I’ve known Trent and the HEX team for several years and they were a pleasure to work with. They are all creatives and photographers themselves, so I knew the bags would turn out […]
Outdoor Research Appoints VP Finance
Outdoor Research announced it had hired Stacie Robbins as VP of Finance.
Bollé Announces Key Hires In Design And Engineering
Bollé announced it has strengthened its helmet, goggle and sunglass innovation team by hiring industry veterans and furthering its commitment to developing sustainable products.
360 Adventure Collective Announces Southeast Paddlesports Experience Show Dates
360 Adventure Collective announced it had secured dates for its 2022 Southeast Paddlesports Experience at the U.S. National Whitewater Center in Charlotte, NC.
Nike Debuts LeBron James Innovation Center
Nike Inc. debuted its 750,000-square-foot LeBron James Innovation Center, home for Nike’s innovation teams on its Beaverton, OR campus and five times the size of its previous Nike Sport Research Lab.
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