Newell Brands Inc. announced that Kevin Conroy has resigned from the Newell Board of Directors for personal reasons. This change is currently effective.
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UGG Celebrates International Women’s Day With HERproject
In celebration of International Women’s Day, UGG is launching a multi-channel campaign and donation to support HERproject, an organization striving to empower low-income women working in global supply chains.
OIA Responds To New Tariffs On Steel, Aluminum Imports
In an e-mail to members, Rich Harper, manager of international trade for the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), wrote that the Trump administrations move to raise tariffs on steel and aluminum imports “would lead to higher costs for outdoor products produced domestically that utilize steel and aluminum imports, like camping stoves, tent poles and skis and snowboards.”
Accell North America Appoints New CEO
Accell North America (ANA) announced that it has appointed W. John Short as its new chief executive officer. Short will oversee all Accell Group operations and investments in North America and will report to newly appointed Accell Group global CEO and Management Board Chairman Ton Anbeek.
Under Armour’s Sports Sponsorship Commitments Retreat In 2017
According to Under Armour’s just-filed 10K report, future sports marketing commitments fell 13.6 percent at the close of the year, reflecting the company’s overall efforts to reduce its cost structure.
Celebrity Athletes Take The Stage On Capitol Hill To Promote Active Lifestyles
The 19th annual National Health Through Fitness Day on March 7 featured Herschel Walker, Pat LaFontaine and other elite athletes encouraging Congress to pass the bipartisan HSA reform, which includes the PHIT Act.
International Women’s Day: Iconic Logos Replaced With Female Figures
International Women’s Day: Iconic logos replaced with female figures
Film Premiere: Celebrate International Women’s Day With Backcountry
Film Premiere: Celebrate International Women’s Day With Backcountry
Poll: Dick’s Favorability Rating Remain “Fairly Stable” Following Gun Sale Policy Change
According to analysis from Morning Consult Brand Intelligence, Dick’s Sporting Good’s overall net favorability has remained fairly stable since its announcement on February 28 that it would tighten restrictions on gun sales.
MyHOUSE Sports Gear To Sponsor WPIAL
The Western Pennsylvania Interscholastic Athletic League (WPIAL) has secured MyHOUSE Sports Gear as the League’s newest sponsor.
NRI Opens Eastern Canada Location
NRI Distribution announced its commitment to open a Montreal facility in May of this year to mark its expansion into Eastern Canada.
Ultimate Direction Partners With Carmichael Training Systems
Ultimate Direction, the maker of hydration and wearable gear, announced its official partnership with Carmichael Training Systems (CTS), a specialist in endurance training, sports nutrition and performance coaching.
Ortlieb GmbH Appoints New CEO
Ortlieb Sportartikel GmbH, manufacturer of waterproof outdoor products, announced the hire of Jürgen Siegwarth as the company’s CEO and the addition of senior staff members Jeff Scully and Martin Esslinger to its managing board.
Dorel Sports Returns To Growth In Q4
Dorel Industries Inc. reported fourth quarter revenue at its Dorel Sports segmnet inched up 0.6 percent in the fourth quarter, rebounding from a drop of 18 percent in the third quarter. The turnaround was helped by strong performances in Cycling Sports Group (CSG)’s International business and at Caloi that offset continued weakness globally at independent bicycle dealers.
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