Brooks Running Company welcomed Michele Lee to the Hansons-Brooks Original Distance Project (ODP) as well as Marta Pen Freitas to the Brooks Beasts Track Club.
Category: Sports/Fitness
Blast Motion And Diamond Kinetics Enter Into License Agreement
Blast Motion Inc. and Diamond Kinetics, Inc. have settled the patent case that Blast Motion filed against Diamond Kinetics in the Western District of Pennsylvania and have entered into a patent license agreement.
Dyaco Partners With Philips
Dyaco International, the maker of fitness and wellness products, is set to launch a new line of specialty medical and rehabilitation fitness equipment under a brand licensing agreement with Philips, a leader in health technology.
Brooks Sees Record Year In 2018
Brooks Running Co. reported global revenue reached a record $644 million in 2018, a 26-percent year-over-year. The gain was driven by a 28-percent increase in global footwear sales. Apparel stabilized and grew 7 percent.
LEM Helmets Names Keith Cozzens Global Brand Marketing Director
LEM Helmets, manufacturer of safe, stylish, and performance-driven cycling helmets for road, mountain biking, commute, and kids, welcomes Keith Cozzens to the team as global brand marketing director.
Sports Leaders Support Launch Of Reform Alliance
Philadelphia 76ers co-owner and Fanatics executive chairman Michael Rubin and Kraft Group CEO and New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft joined a number of other leaders across the worlds of sports, entertainment and business to launch Reform Alliance, an organization dedicated to transform the American justice system.
Foot Locker Introduces ‘Power Store’ Model In North America With New Store In Metro Detroit
Foot Locker Inc. unveiled its newest store model with the opening of a “Power Store” on Friday, Jan. 25, on 8 Mile Road in Eastpointe, MI. With more than 8,500 square-feet of retail space, Foot Locker boasts full-family shopping with a women’s shop-in-shop and a Kids Foot Locker; offering footwear, apparel and accessories for men, women and kids.
RunnerClick Survey Finds Women, Seniors Pacing Marathon Growth
RunnerClick, the online community dedicated to running, has come out with what it describes as the “largest recreational marathon research study,” spanning 39 countries. Among the findings was that the U.S. has the highest proportion of female runners, making it the most gender equal country (45 percent female), followed by Canada (40 percent female). Greece is the worse in terms of female participation with 90 percent male and 10 percent female.
NRF Big Show: Retail’s Transformation On Display
While the trade show floor was packed with many new retail technologies driven by artificial intelligence, the seminars at the NRF Big Show 2019 explored how those digital advances are working their way to retail’s selling floors.
NSGA Launches Verified Independent Dealer Program
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) announced the launch of its “Verified Independent Dealer Program.” This program will recognize the most qualified independently owned retailers and dealers in the sports industry.
Under Armour Names Tchernavia Rocker Chief People And Culture Officer
Under Armour Inc. announced the appointment of Tchernavia Rocker as its new chief people and culture officer. Rocker, formerly at Harley-Davidson, will lead all facets of the company’s human resources function.
Kettlebell Kings Rolls Out Live And Virtual Kettlebell Certifications
Kettlebell Kings recently developed both live and virtual kettlebell training programs that it will roll out via its training site: www.living.fit. Kettlebell Kings and Living.Fit are the first to host such virtual kettlebell certification programs, bringing in expert trainer Marcus Martinez to help further develop and manage the program.
Rabbit Signs On As Apparel Sponsor For Aravaipa’s Black Canyon Ultras
Rabbit, the California-based running apparel manufacturer, has signed on to sponsor another of Aravaipa Running’s signature events, the Black Canyon Ultras. Races of both 60 and 100 kilometers will be contested next month on the world class Black Canyon National Recreation Trail north of Phoenix, AZ.
PVH Corp. Supports Global Fashion Agenda’s 2019 CEO Agenda
PVH Corp., the owner of iconic brands, including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Van Heusen, Speedo Warner’s and Izod, announces its support of Global Fashion Agenda’s CEO Agenda 2019.
Ironman Appoints Chief Merchandise Officer
Ironman, a Wanda Sports Holdings Company, announced the promotion of 25-year experienced retail executive Jennifer Mocerino to chief merchandise officer for Ironman. Mocerino has been responsible for the expansion of retail operations to 26 countries and over 150 events globally.
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