Duluth Holdings Inc., the parent of Duluth Trading Company, announced the grand opening of the company’s 37th store in Portland, OR.
Category: Apparel
Perry Ellis Committee Responds To George Feldenkreis’ Letter
in response to George Feldenkreis’ letter, Perry Ellis’ Special Committee said the committee is “disappointed that rather than moving forward with constructive negotiations, Feldenkreis continues to mischaracterize the status of negotiations.”
Adidas Extends UEFA Champions League Partnership
UEFA announced the extension of Adidas’ partnership with the UEFA Champions League for the 2018–21 cycle as the Official Match Ball Supplier, continuing the company’s relationship with the sportswear company which began in 2001.
USA Triathlon Unveils “Legacy Triathlon” To Be Held in Long Beach
USA Triathlon, in partnership with the City of Long Beach, announced plans for the Legacy Triathlon—a new event to be held in Long Beach, CA, starting July 20, 2019.
Fanatics To Make Nike Jerseys For NFL Fans
Mirroring the company’s upcoming MLB partnership with Under Armour, Fanatics secured the rights to make NFL jerseys and related merchandise under the Nike logo. For the NFL, aligning with Fanatics promises to significantly expand revenues with Fanatic’s expanding capabilities around on-demand production.
TJX Attracting Millennials, Gen-Z Through Digital & Traditional Means
The TJX Cos. Inc.—parent of Sierra Trading Post, T.J. Maxx, Marshall’s, HomeGoods and others—believes the company’s myriad of brands can reach the next generation of shoppers by strategically combining digital and traditional offerings.
George Feldenkreis Sends Letter To Perry Ellis Board
George Feldenkreis, the founder of Perry Ellis who has made an offer to acquire the company, has sent a letter to the special committee of the board of directors of Perry Ellis, urging the board to immediately commit to an expedited timeline to conclude negotiations and enter into a definitive agreement in respect of his buyout proposal.
LL.Bean Chairman Urges UNH Grads To Lead ‘Adventure-Filled” Lives
In his commencement address for the University of New Hampshire’s 2018 graduating class, Shawn Gorman, L.L.Bean’s chairman, called the outdoors “a critical antidote to this hyper-competitive, hyper-stressed, tech-driven world we live in.” While technology powers the world in wonderful ways, “it will never fill your soul like a sunrise in the mountains,” he said.
Fanatics Takes Over Fan Apparel In NFL Deal
The NFL said splitting responsibilities between Nike (outfitting the players and coaches) and Fanatics (outfitting the fans) demonstrates the league’s focus on consistently looking for new ways to improve the experience for fans, players and retailers.
Macy’s Appoints CFO
Macy’s Inc. announced that Paula A. Price will be appointed chief financial officer, effective July 9, 2018.
2018 Handbag Luncheon Honors Puma for Selena Gomez Lupus Campaign
The 9th annual Lupus Research Alliance Lupus Handbag Luncheon & Silent Auction honored two supporters to the lupus cause: Puma and IBM Associate Partner Veronica Vargas Lupo.
Under Armour To Sponsor Southern University
The Southern University Athletics Department announced that it has entered into a 5-year partnership with Under Armour through BSN Sports.
Nike Signs Sevilla
Nike signed Sevilla to a new three-year kit supply deal. New Balance’s deal with the La Liga club expired at the end of the 2017-18 season.
’47 Co-Founder Arthur D’Angelo To Be Inducted Into Red Sox Hall Of Fame
’47, the fan apparel brand, announced that company co-founder Arthur D’Angelo will be inducted into the Red Sox Hall of Fame at the 2018 Red Sox Hall of Fame & The Fenway Honors Gala.
Ellison Leaves J.C. Penney At Precarious Time
Shares dropped sharply at J.C. Penney Co. Tuesday with the announcement that Chairman and CEO Marvin Ellison would be leaving the retail giant to take over as the CEO of Lowe’s, effective July 2.
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