Fleet Feet announced the opening of a store in Flowood, MS, later this fall. Lesley and Matthew Holleman, co-owners of the Fleet Feet location in Ridgeland, MS, will own the 1,956-square-foot store.
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Seirus Enhances Product Procurement For Retailers
Snowsports and outdoor industry accessory maker Seirus Innovation is rolling out PlumRiver’s Elastic Suite wholesale procurement and B2B digital merchandising platform as part of a major enhancement of the company’s commercial sales process.
Dick’s Sporting Goods To Hire 5,000 on “National Signing Day”
Sporting goods retailer Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced that the company will host the company’s own “National Signing Day” on October 24 to support the company’s hiring efforts for seasonal teammate positions nationwide.
David Abney Joins Macy’s Board of Directors
Macy’s Inc. on Tuesday announced the appointment of David Abney, chairman and CEO of United Parcel Service Inc., to the company’s board of directors, effective October 25.
American Sportfishing Association Appoints New Officers
The American Sportfishing Association (ASA) appointed a new executive committee as well as ex-officio members to the board of directors during the 2018 Sportfishing Summit, the recreational fishing industry’s annual business meeting held October 9-12, just outside Charleston, SC.
Yeti Valued At $1.7 Billion In IPO
Yeti Holdings Inc.’s initial public offering values the company at $1.7 billion, according to an updated filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission. The high-end cooler maker is selling 2.5 million shares and current shareholders are selling 17.5 million shares.
Bass Pro, Cabela’s To Hire 7,000 Seasonal Positions
Bass Pro Shops is looking to hire approximately 7,000 seasonal workers to prepare for the holiday shopping season and the return of its popular Santa’s Wonderland experience. Cabela’s locations will be participating in Santa’s Wonderland for the first time this year.
2016 Olympian Sydney McLaughlin Signs With New Balance
New Balance announced the signing of Sydney McLaughlin to a multi-year endorsement contract.
September Retail Sales Increased 3 Percent
Retail sales in September increased 0.4 percent over August on a seasonally adjusted basis and were up 3 percent year-over-year unadjusted, according to calculations released by the National Retail Federation. Sporting goods stores sales were down 6.3 percent unadjusted year-over-year and up 0.7 percent seasonally adjusted from August.
Hillsound Equipment Adds To Growing Sales Team
Hillsound Equipment, a producer of winter traction equipment and gaiters for outdoor enthusiasts, has partnered with Mullins Outdoors to further the distribution of their products in the Midwest markets.
Tissot Launches Partnership With New NBA Teams, Athletes
Tissot, the Official Watch of the NBA, has signed partnership deals with the Chicago Bulls and Washington Wizards as well as with NBA players, Klay Thompson and Trae Young.
Iconix Brand Group Appoints Robert Galvin As CEO
The board of directors of Iconix Brand Group Inc. on Monday announced that Robert Galvin has been appointed CEO, president and a member of the board of directors of the company effective October 15.
Huron Capital’s IQ Brands Acquires Wheel House Designs
Huron Capital announced the company’s socks and apparel accessories platform, IQ Brands, has acquired Wheel House Designs, a producer of novelty socks to specialty stores and boutiques throughout North America. The deal marks the fourth add-on acquisition for the IQ Brands platform.
Duluth Trading Names Allen L. Dittrich Chief Operating Officer
Duluth Holdings Inc. (dba, Duluth Trading Company) announced that Senior Vice President Allen L. Dittrich will assume the role of chief operating officer, a new position within Duluth Trading.
OIA Appoints VP Of Government Affairs
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced that Patricia Rojas-Ungar will lead the company’s advocacy agenda as the vice president of government affairs. Rojas-Ungar is currently vice president of public affairs at the U.S. Travel Association.
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