Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced Class 4 of the Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy (FLA). The Future Leadership Academy is a six-month program that prepares, unites and amplifies the voice of high potential outdoor industry leaders.
Category: Outdoor

Canada Goose Slides On Downgrade
Shares of Canada Goose fell Canadian$4.73, or 7.1 percent, to C$46.05 Thursday on the Toronto Stock Exchange after Wells Fargo downgraded the stock. The analysts pointed to less search traffic on popular internet search engines looking for Canada Goose merchandise, and concerns about international trade.
Duckworth Appoints Andy Wunsch CEO
Duckworth, the Merino wool apparel company, announced the company has hired Andy Wunsch to lead Duckworth in the role of chief executive officer.

Shred. Unveils Brand Refresh
Protective equipment brand Shred. on Thursday morning unveiled a formal relaunch driven by the brand evaluating its past and reimagining its future. This relaunch runs deep, shaping Shred.’s focus, identity and approach to business.

LEM Helmets Names Keith Cozzens Global Brand Marketing Director
LEM Helmets, manufacturer of safe, stylish, and performance-driven cycling helmets for road, mountain biking, commute, and kids, welcomes Keith Cozzens to the team as global brand marketing director.

Rails-to-Trails Conservancy Announces Trail That Crosses Nation
Rails-to-Trails Conservancy (RTC) today announced its vision for the Great American Rail-Trail, an unprecedented commitment to creating an iconic piece of American infrastructure that will connect nearly 4,000 miles of rail-trail and other multiuse trails from Washington, DC, to Washington State.

NRF Big Show: Retail’s Transformation On Display
While the trade show floor was packed with many new retail technologies driven by artificial intelligence, the seminars at the NRF Big Show 2019 explored how those digital advances are working their way to retail’s selling floors.
Scarpa North America Names KnS Reps As 2018 Sales Agency Of The Year
Based on strong growth and proactive teamwork, Scarpa North America named KnS Reps, its sales team for the Rockies region, as 2018 Sales Agency of the Year.
Camber Outdoors Announces OR Thought Leader Keynote: Everyone’s Outdoors
Executives from HOKA/Teva/Sanuk, Brooks Running, Scarpa NA, and OIA will come together at Outdoor Retailer Snow Show to discuss the business imperative of equity, inclusion, and diversity on Friday morning, February 1, from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. at The Colorado Convention Center.
Outdoor Industry Association Announces Snow Show Events
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) on Wednesday announced the OIA Industry Lunches for Outdoor Retailer Snow Show, presented in partnership with Snowsports Industries of America (SIA).
Norrona To Open First U.S. Brand Center In Boulder, CO
Norrona, the four-season Norwegian outdoor brand renowned for its premium, sustainably built outerwear, will open a brand store in Boulder, CO, during the first half of 2019.

Head North America Launches Winter Sportswear, Appoints Julia Couperthwait Business Manager
Head on Wednesday announced the launch of Head Winter Sportswear in North America and the promotion of Julia Couperthwait to business manager – Sportswear North America. The announcement was made today by Kevin Kempin, head North American CEO/president.
L.L.Bean Gives $4 Million To Nonprofit Organizations In 2018
L.L.Bean announced year-end approval of its charitable program, contributing $4 million in grants, products and sponsorships in 2018 through its newly named L.L.Bean Outdoor Access Fund and L.L.Bean Community Fund. Grants included the National Park Foundation and The Trust for Public Land.
7mesh Cycling Apparel Announces New Distribution In France, Italy And The Benelux
British Columbia’s 7mesh Cycling Apparel is again expanding its European footprint with new distribution in the Benelux, France, and Italy.

K2 Sports Names Tim Swart Global Vice President Of Marketing
K2 Sports announced that Tim Swart has joined the company as global vice president of marketing, managing global marketing operations for its portfolio of outdoor brands.