The 68th edition of the PGA Merchandise Show, January 26 to 29, shifted to a virtual event in 2021 and drew more than 11,000 attendees from 78 countries, including some 6,500 PGA professionals. Exhibitors included nearly 400 golf brands.
Category: Outdoor
Arc’teryx Appoints CEO
Amer Sports Corporation announced the appointment of Stuart Haselden to the newly-created role of chief executive officer at Arc’teryx Equipment. Most recently, he served as CEO for the lifestyle luggage brand Away. He has also held leadership roles at Lululemon, J. Crew and Saks. He Haselden succeeds Jon Hoerauf, Arc’teryx President.
Amazon Announces CEO Transition
Amazon announced that Jeff Bezos will transition to the role of executive chair in the third quarter of 2021 and Andy Jassy will become CEO at that time. Jassy is CEO of Amazon Web Services (AWS).
Nordstrom Canada Appoints SVP, Regional Manager
Nordstrom, Inc. announced that Alix Box has joined the company as senior vice president, regional manager for Canada. Michelle Haggard, who previously served in this role, has retired after 30 years with Nordstrom.
Dorel Increases Purchase Price For Going-Private Transaction
The group, led by U.S.-based Cerberus Capital Management LP that’s looking to take Dorel Industries Inc. private, raised its takeover offer by 10 percent after receiving objections to its initial offer from a significant investor.
GOA Cancels June 2021 Connect Buying Show
GOA announced the cancellation of its spring Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect buying show, originally scheduled for June 7 to 10, 2021.
Deckers Brands Appoints Independent Director To Its Board
Deckers Brands announced the appointment of Maha S. Ibrahim to its Board of Directors, effective February 1.
Clarus Sees 23 Percent Q4 Revenue Gain
Clarus Corp said it expects sales in the fourth quarter of 2020 to be approximately $75.0 million, a 23 percent increase year-over-year and ahead of guidance. Excluding the acquisition of Barnes, sales grew 12 percent.
Authentic Brands Group Announces Slate Of Executive Promotions
Authentic Brands Group announces a slate of executive promotions as it continues to position itself for sustainable and scalable growth.
L Catterton Acquires Majority Stake In French Outerwear Brand JOTT
Just Over The Top (JOTT), the French casual outerwear brand, announced that L Catterton, the PE firm, has acquired a controlling interest in the company. The Gourdikian family, which founded and manage JOTT, will continue to hold a significant equity interest in the business.
L.L. Bean To Open Store In Dartmouth, Nova Scotia
L.L.Bean is continuing with its Canadian store expansion with a location opening this year in suburban Halifax. North American Development Group (NADG) said that it is welcoming L.L.Bean to Dartmouth Crossing, with its new 15,000-square-foot store scheduled to open in mid-2021.
Pure Archery Hires Appalachian Territory Manager
Pure Archery Group hired industry veteran Todd Wade as territory manager for Pennsylvania, Maryland and Delaware.
Bass Pro And Johnny Morris Announce Amateur Fishing Tournament
Bass Pro Shops and founder Johnny Morris announced plans Monday for a national amateur bass fishing tournament to kick off the company’s 50th Anniversary celebration. The event will offer the largest cash prize of any freshwater fishing tournament to date.
PVH Corp. Officially Appoints Stefan Larsson As CEO
PVH Corp. announced that Stefan Larsson has formally become the company’s chief executive officer and joined its Board of Directors, completing a previously announced transition plan. PVH’s former CEO, Manny Chirico, will continue in his role as chairman of the Board of Directors.
Crocs Hires Former Nike Exec As General Manager Of The Americas
Crocs Inc. announced that Emma Minto was hired as senior vice president and general manager, overseeing operations for the brand’s Americas region. Minto formerly spent 16 years at Nike, most recently as vice president and general manager of Nike Women’s, North America.
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