Nutrabolt announced the appointment of its new Executive VP and General Manager of Beverage, Kyle Thomas, to lead sales & strategy for C4 Energy.
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BAPE Secures New Investor
CVC announced the completion of an investment in A Bathing Ape (BAPE) after the Japanese streetwear brand became an independent company from I.T Limited. With the investment, CVC has acquired co-control of BAPE.
NRF Announces New Board Members
The National Retail Federation elected two new members to the NRF Board of Directors during its virtual summer board meeting. The new members are Hal Lawton, president and CEO of Tractor Supply Company, and Anish Melwani, chairman and CEO of LVMH Moët Hennessy Louis Vuitton Inc.
Fanatics Forms Partnership With Canada Soccer
Fanatics plans to launch and operate Canada Soccer’s new standalone e-commerce and mobile platform and operate on-site retail at Canada soccer’s men’s and women’s national team matches in Canada.
Fanatics Partners With USA Swimming
Fanatics reached a long-term omnichannel retail partnership to become the official fan shop of USA Swimming, the national governing body of swimming in the U.S., online and on-site at USA swimming events.
Pandemic’s Impact On Imports Easing, But Numbers Are Still Below Last Year
The impact of COVID-19 at major U.S. retail container ports appears to be easing slightly, with projected imports remaining below last year’s levels but not as much as previously forecast, according to the Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation and Hackett Associates..
Oil Industry Group Ups Ante In Fight With The North Face
The CEO of a Denver-based oilfield services firm reportedly fired the latest salvo in a campaign to take on The North Face and its Denver-based parent, VF Corp., on its stand against fossil fuels. The latest campaign is apparently in response to TNF’s December 2020 denial of a jacket order from Innovex Downhole Solutions Inc., a Texas oil and gas company.
Inside The Call: Zumiez CEO Sees Q2 Start Strong, Sales Shifting Back To Stores
Zumiez Inc. may be a leading indicator that the U.S. retail market is getting back to “normal.” The retailer interpreted that its first-quarter profitability reflected a shift to a more historical mix between its store and digital channels as customers are more comfortable returning to in-person shopping.
Aisle Talk Week Of May 31, 2021
The Top National stories and the Latest headlines across the Active Lifestyle Market for the week of May 31, 2021 covered in the SGB Updates and delivered to your inbox every business day. This week’s Athlete is Dan Kosick. Merrell Ambassador Athlete whose motto is “I Train So I Can.”
Smartwool Announces Senior Leadership Changes
Smartwool announced senior leadership changes to sales and e-commerce divisions effective June 1, 2021.
Rapala USA Appoints Director, Field Promotions
Effective immediately, Dan Quinn has been promoted to director, Field Promotions, for Rapala USA from Field Promotions manager.
Nike, H&M, Zara Among Foreign Brands China Accuses Of Selling Unsafe Children’s Products
The Chinese government accused H&M, Nike, Zara, and other brands, of importing unsafe or poor-quality children’s clothes and other goods. The warning comes as global brands have faced criticism in China over their decisions to boycott cotton from Northwest China’s Xinjiang Uygur Autonomous Region based on “forced labor” lies.
CRKT Taps Communications Pro For Marketing Manager Role
Columbia River Knife and Tool (CRKT) welcomed Kyle Stuart as the company’s new marketing manager.
KUIU Adds Gila Hot Weather Hunting Line To Expand Technical Apparel Options
KUIU, a manufacturer of ultralight performance hunting gear, announced the release of its hot weather Gila Series featuring an odor-resistant treatment and UPF 50+ sun protection rating. The collection includes the Gila Long Sleeve Crew, Hoodie and Neck gaiter. The Gila collection offers comfort and sun protection through cool-touch fiber level technology. The fabric keeps the […]
Dunham’s Sports Plans To Open 11 New Stores In Back Half Of 2021
Dunham’s Sports recently announced plans to open 11 new stores in the back half of 2021, bringing the company’s total store count to over 250.
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