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Union Sees U.S. East Coast Port Strike Starting on Tuesday

The International Longshoremen’s Association (ILA) on Sunday announced plans for a widespread strike at all Atlantic and Gulf Coast ports, scheduled to begin at 12:01 am on Tuesday, October 1, 2024. The strike would involve 85,000 ILA members and impact ports from Maine to Texas.

Authentic Appoints EVP, Head of Greater China

Authentic Brands Group hired Josh Perlman as EVP, head of Greater China. He brings more than 25 years of experience to the company, previously serving as the managing director at Tristate.

At Tristate, Perlman was instrumental in signing and building brands such as Jack Wolfskin, Fila, Nautica, Spyder and Reebok.

Riomar Luxury Bag Collection: Transitions Between Life’s Adventures

Inspired by Florida’s watermen, the collection offers products built to withstand the demands of travel while maintaining style and organization. “We wanted to create high-quality, multi-functional products that support an active and dynamic life, no matter where your travels take you.”—Lange Sykes, Founder, Riomar

Asics Global State of Mind Study: The Desk Break Experiment

Asics enlisted actor Brian Cox to take on the role of the world’s scariest boss to highlight the real threat to our mental health—the desk we work at every day. Asics Global Study found tour mental state starts to decline after only two hours of continuous desk-based working, but just 15 minutes of exercise can help to reverse the effects.

Boston Celtics Guard Jaylen Brown Launches 741 Sneaker Brand

The NBA Finals MVP is one of a crop of star-pro athletes to create a signature line as part of the empowerment trend in sport culture. He will have full ownership and creative control with products set to go live October 22 online and at select retailers.

Puma Appoints Markus Neubrand as CFO

Markus Neubrand replaces current CFO Hubert Hinterseher, who has mutually agreed to step down on September 30, 2024. He will leave the company on December 31, 2024, after successfully transitioning his duties to Neubrand.