Aramark, a leader in food, facilities management and uniforms, announced the launch of the Aramark FlexFit performance uniform line featuring light-weight fabrics and inspired by the athleisure trend.
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The North Face Appoints New Heads Of Product And Merchandising
The North Face announced the appointment of Kelly Cortina as vice president of global product and Darren Cookson as global vice president of merchandising for The North Face, effective immediately. Cortina was most recently VP global merchandising, Center of Excellence at Under Armour while Cookson was VP of product & merchandising EMEA, The North Face.
Golf Rounds Decline In June
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played were down 1.2 percent in June compared to the same month a year ago. Gains were seen in the Mountain region, up 4.4 percent as well as South Central, 3.4 percent and Pacific, 2.0 percent.
Bass Pro’s Rogers Location To Become First U.S. Combo Store
Bass Pro’s Outdoor World in Rogers, AK, will undergo an extensive renovation to feature Bass Pro Shops, Cabela’s and Tracker Boats together under one roof for the first time. The location will add a new boat center and significantly expanded fishing and apparel departments.
Bass Pro To Open First Store Since Cabela’s Merger Close
Bass Pro Shops plans this fall to open the company’s first store since the closing of the merger with Cabela’s. The new Outpost in Halifax, Nova Scotia will feature dedicated sections for Bass Pro, Cabela’s and Tracker Boats.
Adrienne Lofton Exits Under Armour
Adrienne Lofton, who has served as Under Armour’s SVP for global brand management since 2015, has resigned from the company, according to reports from Adweek and Advertising Age.
Beyond Product: Industry Trends, Brand Stories Take Center Stage At OR
New product releases tend to garner most of the headlines at trade shows, but at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market, SGB’s editorial team also wanted to discover what’s happening with brands beyond the latest and greatest gear and apparel. Here are some of the stories and industry trends we found and hints of what’s to come.
VF Corp. CEO Steve Rendle Talks Company’s ‘Purpose-Led Journey’
VF Corp. CEO Steve Rendle spoke at last week’s Camber Outdoors keynote breakfast—held in conjunction with Outdoor Retailer Summer Market—where he shared his company’s vision for becoming more inclusive and diverse.
Arc’teryx Sales, China Growth Boost Amer Sports In Q2
Double-digit improvement with the Arc’teryx brand and a 21 percent sales growth in China were the primary drivers behind Finland-based Amer Sports’ performance in the second quarter.
Columbia Gaining Traction With ‘Project Connect’ Initiative
Columbia Sportswear Co. launched an ambitious transformation plan, Project Connect, one year ago, and so far the project has delivered the results the global apparel and footwear company sought, according to executive comments made during Thursday’s earnings call with analysts.
Aisle Talk Week of July 23
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including the U.S. House of Representatives approving the Personal Health Investment Today (PHIT) Act, which allows the use of pre-tax savings accounts for physical activity-related expenses.
Netflix Developing Biopic On Nike Founder Phil Knight
Netflix has picked up the rights to Knight’s best-selling memoir, “Shoe Dog.” Scott Alexander and Larry Karaszewski, who wrote “The People v. O.J. Simpson: American Crime Story,” are penning the script for the adaptation, which will be produced by Frank Marshall and Knight.
Puma Signs Celtics Guard Terry Rozier
Boston Celtics guard Terry Rozier has signed with Puma, Bleacher Report claimed.
Under Armour Takes Bigger Restructuring Hit
Under Armour logged a steep second-quarter loss as the company ramped up the company’s restructuring efforts to further clean up the company’s inventories in the marketplace and reduce the company’s cost structure. The moves are designed to build a sounder foundation to support the company’s promised turnaround starting in 2019.
Columbia Sportswear Raises Guidance After Strong Q2
Columbia Sportswear Co. reported earnings for the second quarter ended June 30 of $9.7 million, or 14 cents per share, compared with a net loss of $11.5 million, or (17) cents per share, the same quarter a year ago.
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