Duluth Holdings Undergoes Layoffs

As part of its expense savings initiatives to rightsize the business, the retailer reduced its workforce by 51 employees, or 3 percent of its total workforce, on June 4.

Orvis to Close Chicago Store

The storefront, located on the Magnificent Mile, will close on July 24, after two decades, “due to the changing retail landscape on the Magnificent Mile.”

Woolrich Appoints New CEO

Lorenzo Flamini’s appointment comes as the Baoxiniao sale marks a new company strategy focused on consolidating its presence in Europe and accelerating growth in the Asia-Pacific region, which currently accounts for around 5 percent of its global business.

Champion Inks Licensing Deal with NFL

Adding to its portfolio of league partnerships, which already includes the NHL, MLB and PLL. Champion will debut the partnership with a drop of exclusive, limited styles for the NFL at Fanatics Fest NYC, held at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center June 20-22.

EXEC Q&A: Dan Sheridan, CEO, Brooks Running

Sheridan, who was promoted to Brooks’ CEO last April, talks with SGB Executive about Brooks’ recent momentum, entry into lifestyle footwear category, the tariff playbook, as well as the health of the overall run industry.