David Daly was formerly senior director for Nike’s Club & Federation Business based in Amsterdam.
Category: Outdoor

Boa Technology Launches Ambassador Program
Boa Technology, creators of the Boa System, announced a new ambassador program that showcases the diversity of Boa through dedicated athletes that have overcome medical barriers to pursue their life-long passions.

VF Corp. Supports Social Responsibility And Sustainability
VF Corp. said that in 2016, 1,600 EMEA employees from VF’s corporate headquarters and its brands volunteered more than 15,000 hours in their local communities.

Craghoppers North America Appoints Bill Lockwood CEO
Starting his career in the outdoor industry as a sales rep, Lockwood transitioned to brand management, working with brands such as Mountain Hardwear, The North Face, Sierra Designs and Kelty.

The Conservation Alliance Teams Up With Vermont State Parks
Vermont businesses such as Darn Tough, Ibex, Mammut, Outdoor Gear Exchange, Pale Morning Media and the Pinnacle Outdoor Group are member companies of The Conservation Alliance.

Hydro Flask Delivers Strong Double-Digit Growth In Q1
Helen of Troy’s CEO Julien Mininberg said Hydro Flask’s “new spring season refresh continues to build excitement and results with new products, expanded color assortments, increased shelf and display space, new distribution games including international.”

Outdoor Retailer, OIA To Host Public Lands Action Center At Summer Market 2017
The Public Lands Action Center will provide a convenient resource area for live advocacy action and education on public lands and waters issues facing the industry.

Cabela’s Stockholders Approve Combination With Bass Pro Shops
Cabela’s Inc. announced that its shareholders have approved the previously announced combination of Cabela’s with Bass Pro Shops.

Dick’s Sporting Goods Names New Chief Marketing Officer
Scott Hudler joins Dick’s from an 11-year career with Dunkin’ Brands, where he most recently served as senior vice president, chief digital officer.

Buff Welcomes New Marketing Manager To USA Team
Kevin Walker joins the Buff team after a four-year tenure at Marmot, where he most recently oversaw development of brand content as brand activation manager.

Yakima Names Pacific Rep Works Agency Of The Year
Pacific Rep Works has been a Yakima partner for 12 years, and the team has contributed more than 60 years of combined service to Yakima when their work under a prior agency is also tallied.

REI To Host Vibram Sole Factor Tour
REI has Vibram Sole Factor stopping at nearly 20 stores for multiple days from Washington to Florida.

Black Diamond Beefs Up Engineering And Apparel Development Teams
On the equipment side, Black Diamond increased its design engineering team this year by 67 percent with the addition of four new hires. It also added industry veterans Laura Smith and Anna Kirner to its apparel development team.

Hydro Flask Drives Helen of Troy Q1 Gains
Helen of Troy Ltd. reported sales rose 3.4 percent in its first quarter. The gains were led by 16.3 percent gain its its Housewares segment, including growth in both Hydro Flask and OXO.

EORA Continues To Grow Regional Shows
EORA’s June trade shows held in Edison, NJ, Greenville, SC, and Manchester, NH, finished up strong with retailer and sales rep participation increasing over 8 percent.