In a letter to the outdoor industry, Scott Baxter, group president, The North Face, said the best way to protect public lands is “by staying at the OR show at this time.” He added, “We must be louder and stronger than our opposition and that means everyone coming together. We can’t do that if we leave the OIA to fight on their own – with fewer resources.”
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REI Urges Support For Outdoor Retailer Show
In a letter to outdoor industry leaders, REI CEO Jerry Stritzke stated “it would be a mistake for us not to gather as an industry this July. Now more than ever, we need to act together to advocate and find a common voice to protect our most important asset — our public lands.”
OIA’s Board Encourages Members To Attend Outdoor Retailer Show
In a letter to the outdoor industry, the Outdoor Industry Association’s board applauded REI, Ibex and The North Face “and their call for industry unity by attending Outdoor Retailer this July while we work to find a more suitable venue for future shows.”
Mountain Khakis’ Jen Taylor Pens Letter Addressing OR Debate
Mountain Khakis Brand Manager Jen Taylor issued a personal open letter to Patagonia Founder Yvon Chouinard and Black Diamond Founder Peter Metcalf.
Vista Outdoor Blames Q3 Woes Partly On Election
Chairman and CEO Mark DeYoung added that the post-election decline in demand for shooting sports product is continuing into its fourth quarter and is expected to continue into its next fiscal year.
Snow Peak Names GM Of North American Operations
The outdoor lifestyle company, named Yuji Bando as general manager of North American operations.
Gander Mountain Mulling Chapter 11
Gander Mountain Co. may soon become the latest retailer in the active lifestyle space to land in bankruptcy court, perhaps as soon as this month.
Vasque Urges Discussion Around Outdoor Retailer Venue Exploration
Vasque announced its commitment to work in partnership with other outdoor brands, to support the Outdoor Industry Association’s goal to find a venue and city that reflects the values of the outdoor industry.
Wolverine Worldwide Appoints New Sperry President
Tom Kennedy was formerly president of apparel and accessories, Wolverine Worldwide.
Accell Group’s CEO René Takens To Step Down
Takens will step down on April 25, 2017. A search for a successor has been initiated.
Nordica Announces Changes To USA Management Team
Nordica USA appointed Sam Beck as director of marketing and communications. Ethan Korpi takes on the dual role of Nordica product manager for both boots & skis, as well as Nordica race manager.
Report: Gander Mountain Exploring Restructuring
Gander Mountain Co. is reportedly preparing for a debt restructuring in bankruptcy proceedings, sources told Reuters.
NRF Forecasts Retail Sales Will Increase 3.7 To 4.2 Percent In 2017
Online and other non-store/online sales, which are included in the overall number, are expected to increase between 8 and 12 percent.
Peloton Appoints Former Barnes & Noble CEO As President
Peloton, a specialist in home cycling, appointed William Lynch, former CEO at Barnes & Noble, as president.
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