Inov-8 has hired Chris Melton as global category manager for cross training. He will also head up the distribution of its footwear and apparel for Central and South America.
Category: Footwear
Caleres’ Sales Expand 19 Percent In Fourth Quarter
Caleres reported significantly improved earnings in the fourth quarter as sales grew 19 percent. The parent of Famous Footwear achieved all-time record operating earnings and operating margins for the year.
GOA President Rich Hill To Depart Position in April
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance announced the departure of president Rich Hill, who gave the news to staff ahead of its annual board of directors retreat earlier this month stating he would leave his role in late April.
Qurate Retail Group Announces President And CEO Zulily
Qurate Retail, Inc. announced the appointment of Terry Boyle as president and CEO of Zulily.
Dick’s SG House Of Sport To Open In Minneapolis
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced plans to open its third Dick’s Sporting Goods House of Sport this coming May in Minnetonka, MN.
K-Swiss Appoints VP Of Marketing And Director Of E-Commerce
K-Swiss announced two new hires with the appointments of vice president of marketing, Anna Amador, and director of e-commerce, Kristina Barclay.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints VP, Investor Relations
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. announced the appointment of Riley Timmer as vice president, investor relations and corporate development.
Yue Yuen’s Sales Fall In February
Yue Yuen reported consolidated operating revenue in February fell 14.1 percent to $648.6 million from $755.4 million a year ago.
Bass Pro Secures Approval For Second Store In St. Louis
Bass Pro Shops earned approval to open a store in Sunset Hills, its second location in St. Louis, MO.
The Big Gear Show Hires Marketing And Events Veterans
The Big Gear Show announced it hired two industry event and marketing professionals, Yoon Kim and Dave Petri.
The North Face Launches Athlete Development Program
The North Face announced it is expanding its athlete team by launching an Athlete Development Program designed to recruit and foster emerging talent.
Nordica Forms North American Sports Marketing Team
Nordica announced it formed a new North American sports marketing team serving the North American race, Freeski and pro communities.
Macy’s Names Senior Vice President, Private Brands
Macy’s Inc. announced that Emily Erusha-Hilleque has joined the company as senior vice president for Macy’s private brands. She most recently served as Target’s design director, Ready-to-Wear, Young Contemporary Private Label, Design Partnerships.
Former The North Face CMO Joins Sephora
Steve Lesnard, former chief marketing officer and global VP of product creation at The North Face, has joined Sephora as global chief brand officer.
Academy Sports Set To Join S&P SmallCap 600
Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. will replace Kraton Corp. in the S&P SmallCap 600, effective prior to the opening of trading on March 16.
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