Said OIA Executive Director Amy Roberts, “Today’s introduction of the Continental Divide Recreation, Wilderness, and Camp Hale Legacy Act by Senator Bennet and Congressman Polis reflects that idea, and we look forward to helping them gain bipartisan support to get this bill and protections for Colorado wilderness across the finish line.”
Category: Apparel
Former Under Armour Execs Launch Denim Line
Two former Under Armour executives, Henry Stafford and Steve Battista, have launched a new denim line, according to the Baltimore Sun.
Camber Outdoors Releases Report on Accelerating Women’s Leadership
In a report released by Heidrick and Struggles, four leading outdoor industry executives, Donna Carpenter, CEO of Burton, Sally McCoy, former CEO of CamelBak, Jerry Stritzke, CEO of REI Co-op, and Jim Weber, CEO of Brooks Running Company, provide perspective on the impacts of the Camber Outdoors’ 2015 CEO Pledge.
SIA Sets New Membership Pricing
SIA announced a new pricing structure for Premium Members and a two-year price promise for members joining or renewing by March 1, 2018.
Nike Partners to Launch Sport for Good New York City
Laureus USA and Nike announced the launch of Sport for Good New York City (S4G NYC), a long-term commitment to improving the lives of underserved youth in the five boroughs of New York City through the power of sport.
Unifi Elects PepsiCo North America CEO to Board
Unifi Inc., the maker of synthetic and recycled yarns, announced the election of Albert (Al) P. Carey to the board of directors.
New Era Becomes Official Apparel Provider for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports
New Era Cap, in its fourth year as the official headwear of INDYCAR, announced a partnership with Verizon IndyCar Series team Schmidt Peterson Motorsports to become its provider of team and fan apparel.
USPA Global Licensing Appoints CEO
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and national broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), announced the promotion of J. Michael Prince to CEO and the election of W. David Cummings as chairman of the board effective immediately.
SFIA Promotes Kerman to Manager of Business Operations
Alex Kerman, who joined SFIA in 2015, will now be responsible for overseeing the SFIA research portfolio, sales and analytics, as well as ensuring member benefit and satisfaction.
OIA Presents Film Series Around Supply Chain Transparency
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is producing a film series to tell the stories of outdoor companies that operate with purpose and environmental consciousness and demonstrate transparent, sustainable business practices.
NSGA Welcomes Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo to Management Conference
Tom Izzo, Michigan State University (MSU) head men’s basketball coach, will kick off the 2018 NSGA Management Conference & Team Dealer Summit on Monday, May 21.
Hornwood Appoints VP of Operations
Hornwood Inc.,the customer-focused manufacturer of American-made knit performance textiles for the apparel, military, automotive and medical market, announced that industry veteran Phillip Murrell has joined the company as vice president of operations.
Asics to Appoint Yasuhito Hirota President
Motoi Oyama, chairman and CEO, said, “Approaching my eleventh year in the role, the decision to appoint a new president was taken in order to ensure that the group can advance as one towards the next stage of our medium-term strategy, the Asics Growth Plan (AGP) 2020.”
North Face Adds Alpine Climber David Lama to Global Athlete Team
Beginning as a competition climber, Lama was the youngest person ever to win a climbing World Cup in both Lead and Bouldering.
Susquehanna Upgrades Dick’s SG To Positive On Weather Benefit
Believing the retailer’s fourth-quarter results should surprise on the upside given management’s conservative guidance and the benefits of cold weather, Susquehanna Financial Group raised its rating on Dick’s Sporting Goods to “Positive” from “Neutral.”
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