Recent sports participation studies find playing team sports can drive success in the workplace, reduce depression in boys and extend overall lifespans. Another new study touts the broad health benefits of spending at least two hours a week in nature. (Read More)
Garmont International S.r.l. is focused on four drivers—people, efficiency, pricing and marketing—as the brand works to amplify its North American business. Bill Dodge, CEO, Garmont North America, breaks down how the company is pulling each lever in hopes of growing both mind and market share here. (Read More)
Hibbett Sports Inc. CEO Jeff Rosenthal in March announced he would retire from the Birmingham, AL-based company’s top post later this year as soon as his replacement was on board. He recently spoke with SGB Executive about his "tough" decision to leave Hibbett, the legacy he’s leaving and what’s needed for a retailer to survive in today’s changing landscape. (Read More)
The U.S. Women’s National Team (USWNT) won the 2019 FIFA Women's World Cup. But major and minor victories are also being claimed for women’s soccer fandom and Nike’s overall women’s push, as well as potentially for soccer participation and women’s pay equality. (Read More)
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week, including the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announcing that Executive Director Amy Roberts will leave the organization at the end of September to join The North Face as senior director, communications & corporate social responsibility. (Read More)
