Snipes has appointed Jim Bojko as president of Snipes USA. In this role, Bojko is responsible for leading the U.S. operations of the international sneaker and streetwear retailer as it continues to expand the brand across the United States. (Read More)
Imports at major U.S. retail container ports are expected to remain significantly below last year’s levels into this fall as the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic continues, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker report released by the National Retail Federation. (Read More)
Eastern Mennonite University in Harrisburg, PA announced that it has entered into a five-year partnership with Under Armour through BSN Sports. (Read More)
Pinarello has hired Roberto Sadowsky as as Chief Executive Officer at the U.S. operation of the premium bicycles, accessories and apparel brand. (Read More)
FC Barcelona plans to seek a monetary recovery from Nike after discovering its new football kits are defective, according to the Financial Times. The report stated that a manufacturing error caused the colors to bleed when wet. (Read More)
JCPenney disclosed in bankruptcy court filings that it was closing two more locations in New York City. The locations are at Manhattan Mall in Manhattan and Kings Plaza in Brooklyn. (Read More)
In a letter to the National Governors Association this week, RILA (Retail Industry Leaders Association) asked governors to require face masks when in public or while shopping. Fewer than half of U.S. states require masks in public places, according to the RILA. (Read More)
Walmart plans to launch its own membership service, Walmart+, to rival Amazon Prime this July, according to Recode. The $98-per-year program will offer same-day delivery of groceries and general merchandise, along with other perks such as fuel discounts. (Read More)
