The National Shoe Retailers Association announced Mark Denkler as its new president effective January 1, 2021, to replace retiring president Chuck Schuyler who, in mid-November, announced his retirement after 15 years. (Read More)
Keds has appointed Jennifer Lynch, formerly at New Balance, as VP of product. (Read More)
Dick's Sporting Goods confirmed it will be testing a new outdoor-themed concept called Public Lands with two locations scheduled to open in former Field & Stream stores in 2021. (Read More)
RunSignup released the results of its survey of the endurance industry indicating that both virtual and in-person races are expected to be important in 2021. (Read More)
Gap Inc. appointed Asheesh Saksena as its chief growth officer, a newly created position with a focus on ramping up the expansion of Old Navy and Athleta. He joins Gap Inc. in January 2021. (Read More)
A&B Sporting Goods in the North Park section of San Diego is closing after 79 years in business. (Read More)
Adidas has retained JPMorgan Chase to assist with a potential sale of its Reebok brand, according to The New York Times. (Read More)
Coterie announced the appointment of Courtney Bradarich as VP of Events. She joins Coterie with over 15 years of fashion trade experience bringing a specialized background in contemporary and advanced contemporary markets and expertise in strategizing upmarket plans with omnichannel solutions. (Read More)
Slinger Bag announced a five-year distribution agreement to cover the Indian market with Racquets4U, a fast-growing racquets specialist e-tailer in India. (Read More)
REI Co-op will open a new store in Mechanicsburg, PA in fall 2021, marking the Co-op's fifth location in the state. (Read More)
