The transaction is subject to customary closing conditions and expected to be completed by March 2024. Under the terms of the agreement, Golf Datatech will operate as a wholly-owned subsidiary of Circana.
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Academy Sports and Outdoors Appoints Chief Supply Chain Officer
Rob Howell will join the company as SVP and chief supply chain officer in February 2024, reporting to President Sam Johnson. He will oversee supply chain operations, distribution centers, and domestic and international logistics.
Pure Hockey Expands into Iowa with New Acquisition
The acquisition of JT’s Slap Shot in Urbandale, IA, marks Pure Hockey’s first entry into the state and “underscores the company’s commitment to serving the needs of hockey players across the U.S.”
Duluth Trading Appoints New CFO
Heena Agrawal will assume the role of SVP and CFO, effective February 12, 2024.
True Religion to Launch Footwear Range Under New License Deal
True Religion inked a footwear licensing agreement with Orly Corporation for its men’s, women’s, and kid’s footwear collection, which is expected to launch in Fall 2024.
Fanatics Sets Layoff and Closure Plan for JAX Fulfillment Center
The retailer, designer and manufacturer of licensed sports products has grown out of a hometown Jacksonville, FL fulfillment facility, resulting in the need to lay off 218 workers later this year.
EXEC: January Consumer Confidence Index Highest Since July 2021
The University of Michigan’s preliminary results reported on the overall index of consumer sentiment came in at 78.8 for January, the highest reading since July 2021, compared to 69.7 in December and 64.9 in January 2023.
L.L.Bean Set to Open Eighth New York Store in Spring
The retailer’s first new store of 2024 will open in Kingston, NY, in March/April.
Vaude Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
With new CFO Melissa Wach and CEO Antje von Dewitz, the management team is now 50 percent female. Women hold prominent positions across the board in leadership roles at Vaude, constituting approximately 45 percent of executive positions.
Former Athleta CEO to Lead Beyond Yoga as Co-Founder Exits CEO Role
Nancy Green, former CEO and president of Athleta, will join the athletic and lifestyle apparel brand owned by Levi Strauss & Co. as CEO on February 1. Co-founder Michelle Wahler will step down as CEO and COO/CFO Jesse Adams will also depart.
Tilly’s, Inc.’s CEO Departs; Board Chair to Lead Retailer on Interim Basis
Ed Thomas retired as president, CEO and director of the company. Company Co-founder and former President and CEO Hezy Shaked was appointed as the company’s interim president and CEO until a successor is found.
Amer Sports Looks to Raise Over $1.6 Billion in IPO
Amer Sports, Inc., the parent of the Arc’teryx, Armada, Atomic, DeMarini, EvoShield, Louisville Slugger, Salomon, Wilson, and other sports and outdoor brands, launched an initial public offering of 100,000,000 ordinary shares.
Tiger Woods and TaylorMade May be Ramping Up for Sunday Red Debut
Tiger Woods may soon be ready to launch an apparel line and more with equipment partner TaylorMade if recent moves by the company at the U.S. Patent and Trademark Office are any indication.
Macy’s Rejects $5.8 Billion Buyout Offer, Citing Financing Concerns
The retailer’s Board of Directors determined that the unsolicited and non-binding proposal from Arkhouse Management Co. LP and Brigade Capital Management, LP does not constitute a basis to enter into a non-disclosure agreement.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints Chief Retail Officer
Craig McNair brings strong leadership experience in the outdoor specialty retail space, having worked in key roles at Academy Sports + Outdoors and Cabela’s, Inc., where he was responsible for large regions of stores.
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