Augusta Sportswear has signed Scott Winkler, a paralympian who has set records in the shot put, as a brand ambassador.
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G-III Apparel Q2 Boosted By Donna Karen And Tommy Hilfiger
Driven by sales more than doubling for Donna Karan/DKNY and 60 percent growth for Tommy Hilfiger, G-III Apparel Group Ltd. reported second-quarter results that came out well ahead of guidance.
Alterra Mountain Acquires Crystal Mountain Resort
Alterra Mountain Company announced that the company has entered into an agreement to purchase Crystal Mountain Resort in Washington.
Champion Launches First-Ever ESports Partnership
Team Dignitas, the esports franchise of the Harris Blitzer Sports & Entertainment portfolio, announced a multi-year partnership with Champion Athleticwear, marking the brand’s first esports team and franchise partnership and foray into the esports ecosystem.
OIA Names State And Local Policy Director
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced that David Weinstein will lead close-to-home recreation advocacy as the company’s state and local policy director.
Zumiez Q2 Handily Beats Guidance
Zumiez Inc. reported earnings of $4.4 million, or 17 cents a share, rebounding from a loss of $0.6 million, or 2 cents, in the second quarter of the prior fiscal year. Earnings came in well ahead of company guidance calling earnings between 4 cents and 9 cents.
Amer Sports Puts Mavic Under Strategic Review
Amer Sports Corp. said the company has decided to place the Mavic cycling business under strategic review as part of an update on the company’s business strategy.
Duluth Trading’s Revenues Accelerate In Q2
Helped by a pickup in sales in the company’s direct business, Duluth Holdings Inc., the parent of Duluth Trading Company, reported sales grew 28.3 percent in the second quarter, accelerating from the 19.7 percent gain seen in the first quarter. Both earnings and sales topped Wall Street guidance although the apparel company maintained guidance for the year.
Inaugural Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards Announces Call For Entries
Outdoor Retailer will recognize innovation and achievements in the outdoor industry with the debut of the Outdoor Retailer Innovation Awards. Winners will be determined by a panel of judges and celebrated at a live awards show.
Tennis Industry Hears Challenges, Opportunities At TIA Tennis Forum
More than 350 tennis leaders, industry executives and tennis providers came together on the first day of play at the US Open for the 11th annual Tennis Industry Association (TIA) Tennis Forum, held at the Grand Hyatt New York.
ISA TanTec Participates In “Tannery 2030” Conference
ISA TanTec said the “Tannery 2030” conference took place in Shanghai, China last week. The Conference focused on the future direction of the leather industry, featured presentations from experts across the whole leather supply chain ranging from traders, tanners, chemical/machinery suppliers to representatives of brands and retailers.
Columbia Sportswear Hires Advertising Agency
Columbia Sportswear selected McCann Worldgroup as the company’s global agency of record for marketing services for the Columbia brand.
The Buckle’s Comps Dip In August
The Buckle Inc. reported that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 4-week period ended September 1, 2018 decreased 0.7 percent.
G-III Apparel Blows Past Guidance In Q2
G-III Apparel Group Ltd. increased the company’s full-year sales and earnings guidance after reporting a profit against a loss in the second quarter. Revenues climbed 16 percent in the period.
Nike To Air Colin Kaepernick TV Ad During NFL Season Opener
Nike Inc. is planning to air a “Just Do It” TV commercial featuring Colin Kaepernick Thursday night during the NFL’s regular-season opener.
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