RG Barry Adds to Exec Team

RG Barry Corporation, the maker of lifestyle footwear and accessories under the Dearfoams, Baggallini, and Foot Petals labels, appointed Scott Erdman as president of Baggallini, and  Joseph Bean as SVP of e-commerce wholesale.

Camber Outdoors Announces OR Summer Market Events

Camber Outdoors has announced its lineup of events during the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018 in Denver, CO. The events are focused on advancing the active-outdoor industries through convening and conversations on equity, inclusion and intersectionality.

RECALL: Ortovox 3+ Avalanche Beacons

Ortovox is launching a precautionary recall of 3+ avalanche beacons running software version 2.1, no matter what color. This is due to a very rarely occurring software error that can cause a disruption of the transmission function, potentially prolonging the search process.

Technogym Sales Increase 6.1 Percent In Q1

Technogym, a Cesena, Italy-based fitness equipment company, reported revenue for the first quarter of €124.7 million (US$147.9 million), up 6.1 percent compared to the same period a year ago. At constant exchange rates, Technogym’s Q1 revenue increased 12 percent year over year.

April Retail Sales Up 2.8 Percent YOY

April retail sales increased 0.4 percent seasonally adjusted over March and 2.8 percent year-over-year as consumers continued to spend, the National Retail Federation said Tuesday. The numbers exclude automobiles, gasoline stations and restaurants.