Revo Sunglasses added Gabor Kereszturi as managing director, Europe and Linda Laube to the newly created role of senior vice president, business development.
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Moody’s: Caleres Stock Repurchases Could Inhibit Debt Repayment
Moody’s Investors Service said that Caleres, Inc.’s recent announcement that it had completed the repurchase of the remaining shares under its 2011 share repurchase program and put in place a new share repurchase authorization is modestly credit negative but does not impact the ratings.
Batteries Plus Bulbs Appoints Former Cabela’s Exec As CEO
Batteries Plus Bulbs, the nation’s only battery, light bulb, and phone repair franchise, has named Scott Williams, former Cabela’s president, as its new chief executive officer effective January 2. Williams was president of Cabela’s from February 2016 until October 2017 prior to Cabela’s sale to Bass Pro.
Great Trango Holdings Announces New Hires
Great Trango Holdings Inc. has announced the addition of three new team members to continue the growth of the Trango family of brands. Keith Patterson joins the Trango team as sales director, Toni Leskala as product manager and Everett Russell as marketing manager.

Peak Resorts Reports Record Season Pass Sales
Peak Resorts Inc. on Wednesday reported record season pass sales for the 2018/2019 ski season through December 17, 2018. Company-wide season pass sales are up by approximately 36 percent on a unit basis and by approximately 38 percent on a revenue basis, compared with the prior year.
The FA Expands Merchandise Offering Through New Fanatics Partnership
The Football Association has signed an innovative new deal with Fanatics, the global leader in licensed sports merchandise. The new five-year partnership, which begins this month, will see England fans provided with a greater range of products and broader availability wherever they are in the world, thanks to Fanatics’ revolutionary model for the sports merchandise industry.
Easton Diamond Sports Renews As An NFCA Official Sponsor
The National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA) has announced that Easton Diamond Sports LLC will continue its relationship with the association. The longtime official sponsor renewed with the association, signing a multi-year deal and will continue as the title sponsor for the NFCA’s Scholar-Athlete, Top Academic Team and Assistant Coach of the Year awards.
PHIT America Launches ‘Pro-Physical Education’ Videos
PHIT America and Kuds in the Game have the right program for your school. It’s called AMPED—a new school-based running program designed to amplify education. AMPED encourages children to get active every day before school.
Hockey Canada, Fanatics Team Up On Fan Gear & Retail Partnership
Hockey Canada and Fanatics on Wednesday announced a long-term, multichannel agreement which aims to bring fans throughout Canada and beyond a significantly expanded retail experience.
Winnebago Industries’ Q1 Profits Advance
Winnebago Industries reported net earnings increased 23.4 percent in the first quarter ended November 24 on a 9.7 percent climb in revenues.
Vista Outdoor Names Michael Robinson To Board Of Directors
Vista Outdoor Inc. announced that it has named Michael Robinson to its board of directors. Robinson was the chief digital officer and head of customer experience at Macy’s and Macy’s.com,
Jessica Wahl Named Executive Director of Outdoor Recreation Roundtable
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable (ORR) Board of Directors on Wednesday announced the appointment of Jessica Wahl as executive director following an extensive national search. Wahl brings a decade of experience navigating the halls of The White House, Department of the Interior (DOI), Capitol Hill, state recreation offices and outdoor lifestyle businesses.
Trump Administration Bans Bump Stocks
The Justice Department on Tuesday issued its final rule banning bump-fire stocks. The firearms accessory came to national attention last October after a gunman in Las Vegas unleashed murderous gunfire on concertgoers, killing 58 people.

Decathlon Named Official Partner Of 2019 Represent Running Race Series
Decathlon announced a partnership with Represent Running’s (RR) Bay Area race series to become the organization’s official retail and apparel sponsor and title sponsor of the ambassador team. RR’s schedule for 2019 includes five races.
Camber Outdoors Announces 2019 Leadership Webinar Series Schedule
Camber Outdoors announced its 2019 Leadership Webinar Series schedule. The Camber Outdoors Leadership Webinar Series advances our mission: “Everyone’s Outdoors.”