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)
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)
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)
Nordstrom Inc. reported sales decreased 16 percent to $3 billion in the third quarter. Net earnings were down 57.9 percent in the period, but came in well above Wall Street's targets. Top-performing merchandise categories included active, home, beauty and designer. (Read More)
Bass Pro Shops and White River Marine Group are expanding its Tracker Boats plant in Bolivar, MO, doubling the square footage of its manufacturing capabilities and adding 300 manufacturing jobs. (Read More)
Urban Outfitters Inc. announced net income rose 37.7 percent in the third quarter to $76.7 million, or 78 cents a share. Comparable Retail segment net sales were flat as a result of negative retail store sales driven by lower store productivity due to reduced store traffic, offset by strong double-digit growth in the digital channel. (Read More)
