Timberland Treks Into The Metaverse Via Fortnite

Timberland has stepped into the metaverse with the launch of its semiannual Construct: 10061 design program within Fortnite to engage customers in an updated product design process that blends physical and virtual experiences. 

Polygiene Group Hires New CFO

Polygiene Group, the maker of antimicrobial technologies and odor control solutions based in Sweeden, has appointed Niklas Blomstedt as its chief financial officer, succeeding current CFO Nina Forsvall.

Mountainsmith Expands With Three New Hires

Mountainsmith, the Colorado-based gear manufacturer specializing in hiking and camping, announced it appointed Kipp Godfrey as a sales and service rep, Lora Buboltz as an e-commerce marketplace manager and Nirveek Shah as a graphic designer.

Mastercard SpendingPulse Forecasts 7.5 Percent Growth For U.S. Back-To-School Sales

Mastercard SpendingPulse forecasted that U.S. retail sales would grow 7.5 percent year-over-year from mid-July through the Labor Day back-to-school buying period. It anticipates that sales will be up 18.3 percent compared to the pre-pandemic 2019 selling season, with department stores a noteworthy winner as the retail sector continues its recent rebound.