The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced the newest participants and mentors of the Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy (SYFLA). In 2018, the academy is partnering with Jansport, whose sponsorship will help SYFLA grow.
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Genesco Promotes Mimi Eckel Vaughn To COO
Genesco Inc. announced that Mimi Eckel Vaughn, currently the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer, is to be named chief operating officer of the company once her successor as chief financial officer is appointed.
Two-Thirds Of National Park Service Advisory Panel Resign
Nine out of 12 members of the National Park System Advisory Board resigned over frustrations that the Ryan Zinke, Interior Secretary, declined to meet with them or convene a single meeting last year, according to the Washington Post.
Gander Outdoors Announces New Website Launch
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, announced the launch of its new online store GanderOutdoors.com. Categories include: Shooting, Camping, Hunting, Fishing, Boating, Wear, Cycling and Active Sport.
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Entering Michigan
The first two locations are planned to open in Jackson and Portage this fall.
SXSW Announces Finalists For 2018 Accelerator Pitch Event
DashTag, KidzToPros, Nix, Tellyo and UPGRADED were the finalists in the Sports and Performance category for the 10th annual SXSW Accelerator Pitch Event.
Polarmax Introduces Eco-Friendly New Packaging
Citing the challenges around underwear packaging in terms of durability and recycling, Polarmax has introduced a new reusable fabric mesh bag.
Alterra Mountain Company Is Born
The joint venture of affiliates of KSL Capital Partners and Henry Crown and Company that curated 12 premier destinations in North America, now has a name: Alterra Mountain Company.
Macquarie Capital Downgrades Under Armour To Underperform
Macquarie Capital downgraded its rating on Under Armour to “Underperform” due to sales, margin and capital concerns. Sales In North America are expected to be pressured by the speculated exit out from tennis and some outdoor categories as well as continued challenges from Academy Sports & Outdoor.
Deutsche Bank Upgrades Dick’s On Signs Of Stabilizing Industry
Deutsche Bank upgraded its rating on Dick’s Sporting Goods to “Buy”’ due to the signs of more-favorable trends in footwear and inventory pressures across the industry lessening.
Under Armour To Host 2nd Annual Mountain Running Series
Under Armour announced the race dates and locations for the 2nd annual Under Armour Mountain Running Series, presented by Gore-Tex Products
Fanatics Opens Pick-Up Lockers At NBA Store
Fanatics has opened a self-serve, order pick-up locker at the flagship NBA Store in New York City. Based on initial program results, Fanatics will expand the automated buy online, pick-up in store (BOPIS) lockers to additional sites in 2018.
OBIT: Buff Founder Joan Rojas Mas
Joan Rojas Mas, the founder of the Buff died of cancer on January 7. He was 71 years old.
Teamwork Acquires License To Norman Rockwell
Teamwork Athletic has acquired the license to Norman Rockwell. The new product features authentic Norman Rockwell illustrations onto their premium sublimated ProSphere holiday sweaters.
Saucony Athlete Molly Huddle Breaks Half Marathon Record
Two-time Olympian and Saucony athlete Molly Huddle broke the American record for the half marathon by running 1:07:25 to finish in seventh place at the 2018 Houston Half Marathon on Sunday. Deena Kastor had held the record.
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