VF Corp. appointed Steve Murray, former president of Vans, to the new position of vice president, strategic projects. Murray initial focus will include elevating The North Face brand’s footwear product strategy, and supporting the successful integration of the Altra brand into VF and the extension of its technical footwear capabilities into VF’s outdoor footwear platform.
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Nike Extends NFL Deal
The National Football League and Nike announced an extension to their on-field rights partnership for another eight years. The new deal will take place when the current one expires in 2020 and will run through 2028.
Billabong Shareholders Approve Boardriders Acquisition
Boardriders, Inc., the parent of Quiksilver, Roxy, and DC Shoes brands, announced that the shareholders of Billabong International Limited have approved Boardriders’ proposed acquisition of Billabong.
Chase Greatness With Under Armour And The Rock
“Chasing Greatness” is an apparel collection for all types of athletes and for all types of training from Under Armour and The Rock, Dwayne Johnson.
Black Diamond Opens Store In Anchorage
Black Diamond, a brand of Clarus Corporation, opened a strategic retail store in Anchorage in Alaska.
Arc’teryx Names Dominique Morisset as Veilance GM
Arc’teryx Veilance has appointed Dominique Morisset to the new role of general manager, Veilance, effective immediately.
Korkers Adds New Outdoor Sales Agencies
Korkers Products LLC, the maker of traction footwear, announced the hiring of three new sales agencies to bolster its U.S. sale efforts.
Mammut Announces Transition In Leadership In North America
Mammut, the Swiss producer of premium outdoor equipment and apparel, appointed Joe Prebich as managing director of Mammut North America. Bill Supple will transition from his role as CEO in late April.
Lululemon’s Q4 Earnings, Revenue Surpass Expectations
Lululemon Athletica Inc. reported earnings and revenue for the fourth quarter that easily surpassed Wall Street expectations and its revised guidance. The company’s reported adjusted diluted earnings per share were $1.33 while revenue was $928.8 million, above expectations of $1.27 and $912 million.
Shoe Carnival’s Q4 Earnings Reaches Upper End Of Guidance
Shoe Carnival Inc. reported earnings rose 30.1 percent on an adjusted basis, hitting the high end of guidance. Same-sore sales dipped 0.5 percent
Adidas Signs Aaron Judge
Adidas announced a multiyear partnership with 2017 Major League Baseball (MLB) American League Rookie of the Year, outfielder Aaron Judge of the New York Yankees. Judge had been with Under Armour.
Oboz Looks To Secure Future With Kathmandu Partnership
In an interview with SGB Executive, John Connelly, president and founder of Oboz, said he expects the sale of the outdoor footwear brand to Kathmandu, the New Zealand-retailer, will support its international growth and provide a boost to its innovation and sustainability efforts.
Champion x Harley Viera-Newton … Sweet Athleisure Style
A year in the making, HVN x Champion includes heritage pieces from Champion’s archive reimagined in sweet HVN prints.
Injinji Grows Sales, Customer Service And Design Teams
Injinji, the maker of the Original Performance Toesock, announced the hiring and promotion of three new team members in its sales, customer service and design departments.
Smartwool Opens Its First Canadian Store In Banff
Smartwool opened its first Canadian retail location in the mountain town of Banff, Alberta.
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