Nike Inc. reported double-digit revenue growth in the first quarter ended August 31. The performance was driven by the continued success of the Consumer Direct Offense, which fueled growth across all geographies as well as wholesale and Nike Direct, led by digital.
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Target Decorated Apparel Appoints President
Target Decorated Apparel, a leading contract decorator for the promotional products and retail industries, announced that Kevin Schardt has been appointed president. Schardt will assume the role previously filled by Target Decorated Apparel owner and chairman, Steve Kanney.
Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education Assumes Ownership Of Outdoor Nation Campus Challenge Program
With support from the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) and specifically the Outdoor Foundation (OF), the Association of Outdoor Recreation and Education (AORE) will assume ownership of the Outdoor Nation Campus Challenge (ONCC) in the fall of 2018 and will work alongside OF staff to seamlessly transition assets, knowledge and resources.
Businesses Unite As Conservation Program Faces Expiration
The Conservation Alliance and Outdoor Industry Association released a letter Monday signed by more than 280 outdoor-focused businesses and organizations asking Congress to permanently reauthorize the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) with full and dedicated funding.
Nordstrom To Reopen Doors At Mall Of San Juan
Retailer Nordstrom Inc. on Tuesday announced plans to reopen the company’s store at the Mall of San Juan in Puerto Rico. Closed since fall 2018 as a result of severe damage from Hurricane Maria, the two-story, 138,000-square-foot store will open again to customers on Friday, November 9, 2018.
Unifi Appoints Helen M. Sahi Vice President, Global Corporate Sustainability
Unifi Inc. on Tuesday announced the appointment of Helen M. Sahi as vice president, global corporate sustainability, effective September 17.

NSAA Hires National Marketing And Communications Director
The National Ski Areas Association (NSAA) has named Adrienne Saia Isaac to the newly formed position of marketing and communications director. Isaac brings relevant ski area perspective to the role, having served as marketing and communications manager at Arapahoe Basin, CO, for the past six years.
Under Armour Appoints Two To Senior Management Team
Under Armour Inc. on Tuesday announced two new additions to the company’s senior management team with the appointments of Alessandro de Pestel as chief marketing officer and Ann Funai as senior vice president, engineering.
Sears’ CEO Urges Broad Debt Restructuring
Sears Holdings Corp CEO Eddie Lampert’s hedge fund in a regulatory filing called on Sears’ board to sell $1.5 billion more in real estate and restructure $1.1 billion in debt in order to stave off a bankruptcy filing.
Technogym Becomes Official Supplier Of PGA Tour
The PGA Tour and Technogym have announced a multi-year partnership designating Technogym as an Official Supplier of the PGA Tour Player Performance Center.
Light & Motion CEO Discusses Tariffs On NPR
Daniel Emerson, CEO of Light & Motion, was interviewed on Monday by Audie Cornish on the National Public Radio program, All Things Considered. The story is about the third round of United States’ tariffs on China that started Monday. Emerson said the tariffs “tax U.S. production, but give a free pass to our China-built competition.”

Bill Murray’s Golf Apparel Company Signs Office Lease In East Austin
William Murray Golf, a golf apparel company owned by actor and comedian Bill Murray and his six brothers, have leased an office space at 1308 E. Seventh St., Austin, TX.
U.S. Polo Assn. Named Official Apparel Sponsor Of China Open Polo Tournament
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), along with its China licensing partner, Yicai Brands Management, announced that U.S. Polo Assn. will be the official apparel sponsor of the 2018 China Open Polo Tournament.

Brooks Offers Runners Incentives For Twin Cities Marathon
Brooks Running Company is inviting marathoners and 10 milers to participate in the “Outrun Yourself Challenge,” which encourages runners to strive for a new goal. Runners who improve their overall race time from 2017 will be awarded for their accomplishment with prizes including Brooks gear and entry into the 2019 Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon.
OIA Endorses Martin Heinrich
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced the association’s endorsement of U.S. Senator Martin Heinrich for reelection, due in large part to his tireless support for New Mexico’s public land and water and the state’s nearly $10 billion outdoor recreation economy, along with the 99,000 jobs it supports.