The North Face on Tuesday officially launched its inaugural Move Mountains Filmmakers Grant – a program created to address the inequitable representation of women behind the camera.
Category: Outdoor
Merrell Launches “One Day. One World. One Trail.” Project
Merrell has launched their “One Day. One World. One Trail.” project. On Saturday, April 27, across 17 countries, Merrell sent 23 photographers and filmmakers out to the trail to showcase those experiencing natural spaces and how the trail unites us all.
Garmont Hires Global Marketing And Communications Manager
Garmont has hired Mauro Baldini as global marketing and communications manager. Baldini comes to Garmont after serving as the global communications manager for Northwave, an Italian cycling shoe and apparel brand.
Bass Pro To Sell 11 Cabela’s Stores In Leaseback Transaction
A joint venture led by Sansome Pacific, a real estate investment firm based in San Francisco, has acquired 11 locations of Cabela’s from Bass Pro Shops for $324.3 million as part of a sale-leaseback. Bass Pro will continue to operate the stores.
MEC Appoints New CEO
MEC (Mountain Equipment Co-op) appointed Philippe (Phil) Arrata, a Best Buy Canada executive, as its new CEO, starting July 2. Arrata will take over from David Labistour, who previously announced he was stepping down.
Scheels To Open Second Colorado Store In Colorado Springs
Scheels broke ground on a new store in Colorado Springs. The store will feature 220,000 square feet of retail space when it opens in April 2021.
Mission Boat Gear Appoints CEO
Mission Boat Gear LLC announced that it appointed Corey Uchtman as CEO.
Scott Acquires Majority Share In Bold Cycles
Scott Sports has acquired a majority share of Bold Cycles, which is best known for its hidden shock bikes.
Peloton Files Confidentially For IPO
Peloton Interactive Inc., the on-demand fitness company best known for its connected indoor cycling bike, on Wednesday said it has filed confidentially with the Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering.
DMM Launches Expansion In North American Climbing Market
DMM, the UK-based climbing hardware manufacturer, recently appointed Mark Busby as VP of North American sales and marketing to lead its expansion into the North American market. Busby was most recently with Scarpa North America.
The American Alpine Club To Double Down On Climate Advocacy
The American Alpine Club (AAC), the country’s oldest and largest climbing advocacy organization, said it is taking immediate steps to measure, minimize, and offset the organization’s own carbon emissions, as well as to divert staff resources and financial support toward political advocacy, scientific research through grants, and developing resources for members to make sustainable choices as they plan trips and expeditions.
Fischer Skis Promotes Chris Hall To Nordic Racing Director
Fischer Skis, based in Auburn, NH, announced the promotion of Chris Hall to Nordic racing director.
Jenn Dice Promoted To Chief Operating Officer At PeopleForBikes
PeopleForBikes, the U.S. national bike advocacy, promotion and industry association, announced that Jenn Dice, vice president of the organization’s Business Network, has been promoted to chief operating officer, effective immediately.
Moody’s Completes Periodic Review of Bass Pro’s Debt Ratings
Moody’s Investors Service said it completed a periodic review of the ratings of Bass Pro Group, L.L.C and essentially affirmed the company’s Ba3 corporate debt rating.
Tapestry Appoints Former VF Corp Exec As COO
Tapestry Inc., the parent of Coach, Kate Spade and Stuart Weitzman, appointed Thomas A. Glaser, as chief operations officer. He most recently held the position of vice president, VF Corporation and president, supply chain.
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