Play It Again-Parent Winmark Corp. reported a slight gain in earnings in the second quarter and six months ended June 28,
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Journeys Parent Genesco Inc. Inks Deal to License Wrangler Brand for Footwear
The agreement covers men’s, women’s and children’s footwear, with the first collection expected to launch in fall 2026. The partnership aims to expand Wrangler’s presence in the footwear market while adding to Genesco’s portfolio of licensed brands.
EXEC: L.L.Bean’s CEO to Depart Next Spring
Stephen Smith, the president and CEO of L.L.Bean, will leave the company in the spring of 2026, capping a decade of leadership at the iconic Maine-based outdoor brand. The L.L.Bean Board of Directors, led by Chairman Shawn Gorman, has initiated a search for Smith’s successor,
Cotopaxi Hires VP of Sales
Cotopaxi appointed Julie Menard, formerly national sales manager at Teva, as VP of sales.
Berghaus Appoints VP of Brand Marketing
Adam Field will lead the global marketing team, reporting to Charlie Pym, the company’s senior global vice president. He starts in his new role at Berghaus in July.
EXEC: Thule Group CEO Talks Q2 Upside, 2025 Opportunities and U.S. Gains After Weak Q1
Thule Group President and CEO Mattias Ankarberg said the company’s 16 percent currency-neutral growth in the second quarter was driven by new products and categories, providing clear confirmation to him that the company’s high launch pace during the year has paid off.
Wiley X Expands U.S. Sales Coverage with New Rep Group Partnerships
Brandywine River Reps, Inc., Odle Sales and Praelia Group offer deep regional expertise and strong relationships that will help better serve Wilex X dealers and reach new audiences in the outdoor, tactical and law enforcement spaces.”
Oboz and Rip Curl Parent KMD Hires Finance VP for North America
Heather Sweeny, a former Adidas executive, was appointed as VP of Finance across all KMD Brands in North America, including Oboz, Rip Curl and Kathmandu.
Pendleton Woolen Mills Appoints New CEO
Jennifer Ingraffea has most recently served as chief product and merchandising officer at The North Face since October 2020. Previously, she had an 18-year career at Nike. She succeeds John Bishop, a fifth-generation family member, who will remain as CEO through July to work with Ingraffea.
Scarpa Signs Parallel 45 Sales Group for Midwest Representation
Effective July 1, P45 Sales Group represents Scarpa in Iowa, Illinois, Kansas, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, North Dakota, South Dakota, and Wisconsin. Effective January 2026, the agency will also represent the brand in Indiana, Michigan and Ohio.
Marine Products Corp. Adds Board Member
After a long career working in various positions at a large, international company, Gary Kolstad served as chairman and CEO of public and private companies and holds multiple Advisory Board Member and Investor positions.
BRP Inc. Agrees to Sell Manitou Boat Business to Owners of Bentley Pontoons
The transaction is expected to close during BRP’s third quarter of Fiscal 2026. Until then, BRP and the Marcott family will reportedly work in collaboration to ensure a smooth and successful transition for all parties involved.
Black Diamond Parent Completes Sale of Pieps and JetForce Assets
The move follows a comprehensive strategic review process launched in the fall of 2024 and an increasing number of U.S. CPSC recalls of Pieps products.
CNBC/NRF Report Sees June Retail Sales Trends Moderate; Sporting Goods Sector Accelerates
Growth in the Clothing, Footwear and Accessories store sector decelerated from the prior-month trend. The category that includes Sporting Goods stores was up 8.5 percent y/y unadjusted in June after an 8.2 percent y/y gain in May.
ITC Rules Insta360 Infringed on GoPro Patents
GoPro, Inc. said a U.S. judge with the International Trade Commission has ruled that Insta360, a Chinese-based maker of action cameras, broke federal law with products that infringe GoPro’s intellectual property covering GoPro’s iconic Hero camera design.
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