Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, this week announced the nominees for the 2018 retailer and vendor awards. Winners will be announced on June 13 during the first night of the Grassroots Connect buying show in Knoxville, TN.
Category: Outdoor
Rockport Receives Bankruptcy Court Approval Of “First Day” Motions
The Rockport Group LLC announced that the company has received approvals from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware for all of the company’s First Day motions, which will support Rockport’s business operations as the company completes the previously announced court-supervised sale process.
Academy Sports Hires Ken Hicks As Chairman And CEO
Academy Sports + Outdoors announced that Ken C. Hicks, former CEO at Foot Locker Inc. has been appointed chairman and CEO. Departing CEO J.K. Symancyk is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.
Goliath Acquires Tucker
Goliath, the maker of toys and games, acquired Tucker, the maker of outdoor toys that includes the Phlat Ball.
Patagonia CEO: Public Lands Stance Having ‘Positive Effect On Business’
Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario has again spoken out in defense of her company’s campaign against the current administration’s attack on public lands, telling the popular podcast Recode Decode the stance has had a “positive effect on business” and that Patagonia is poised to have its “best [sales] year ever.”
Skullcandy Launches Live Stream Concert Series
Audio brand Skullcandy Inc. has announced the launch of Now Feel This, a global live steam concert series dedicated to showcasing emerging artists. The first set of concerts will feature performances by White Reaper, Hinds and Now, Now.
Gore Fabrics Joins Ellen MacArthur Foundation Initiative
W.L. Gore’s fabrics division announced that the company is participating in the Ellen MacArthur Foundation’s “Make Fashion Circular” initiative. Gore fabrics is joining forces with some 20 global brands in a commitment to develop new pathways for the textile industry informed by the principles of a circular economy.
REI Unveils Outessafest Festival Details
REI has announced the 2018 dates and locations for two all-new one-day festivals celebrating women, music and the outdoors. The Outessafest festivals will be held at Patuxent River Park in the Washington, DC, area on Sept. 29 and at Shakori Hills in North Carolina on Oct. 20. Outessafest is inspired by women, but all are invited to attend the inclusive gathering.
Gander Outdoors Sets Opening For Eden Prairie
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, is now open in Eden Prairie, MN.
OIA’s Beth Jensen Wins Environmental Leader Award
Beth Jensen, senior director of sustainable business innovation for Outdoor Industry Association, has been selected to receive an Environmental Leader 75 award from Business Sector Media.
Mountain Safety Research Named Innovator Of Year By Seattle Business Magazine
Mountain Safety Research has been named Seattle Business Magazine’s Manufacturing Company of the Year in the innovation category.
Scarpa Relaunches N.A. Website
Scarpa has relaunched the company’s North American website to place a bigger heritage as the company celebrates an 80-year anniversary.
Camber Outdoors Announces OR Summer Market Events
Camber Outdoors has announced its lineup of events during the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2018 in Denver, CO. The events are focused on advancing the active-outdoor industries through convening and conversations on equity, inclusion and intersectionality.
Fisher + Baker Hires East Coast Sales Representation
Fisher + Baker, the maker of fashionable menswear and outdoor lifestyle apparel, signed Jon and Tiffany Kalupa of the Avalon Group as the company’s East Coast sales representation.
North Face Endurance Challenge Series Commits To Reusable Cups
The North Face announced a commitment to eliminate disposable cups for its Endurance Challenge Series events. Hydrapak has been named as the official hydration sponsor of the series and will provide reusable Hydrapak Speedcups to runners.
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