The Jones Group Appoints EVP of Design
The Jones Group Inc., the parent of Nine West, named George Sharp executive vice president of design, a newly created position. Sharp will report to Stefani Greenfield, chief creative officer, and will work across all brands…
Li-Ning and Endomondo Help Runners “Rediscover the Run”
The U.S. division of leading athletic footwear and apparel company, Li-Ning, and community-based sports tracking provider, Endomondo, will host an online running contest throughout the month of June…
Shock Doctor Acquires Cutter Gloves
Shock Doctor, the leading mouthguard company, has acquired Cutters Gloves. Based in Phoenix, AZ, Cutter's founders, Jeff and Laura Beraznik, will continue to be involved in the business. Tony Armand, CEO, Shock Doctor, said, “Cutters is a perfect add
Bob Hall Joins Mount Tec Gloves Advisory Board
Sweden's Mount Tec Gloves announced that Robert (Bob) E. Hall has joined its advisory board. Hall will be helping Mount Tec with sales and marketing strategies for…
The North Face Launches Role Models Campaign
The North Face launched its Role Models challenge on its Facebook page and TheNorthFace.com, in which it solicits people to pledge online their commitment to bring someone outdoors this summer…
Icebreaker Names Airline CEO to Board
Icebreaker has appointed Air New Zealand Chief Executive Officer Rob Fyfe as a Board Director effective July 1…
Backyard Collective Convenes in Seattle Thursday
On Thursday, June 28, Brooks Sports, Nikwax, Filson, Patagonia, Teva, Outdoor Research, Cascade Designs and Stanley will partner in a restoration effort at Seward Park, in south Seattle. The project marks the latest Backyard Collective, which brings toget
Skechers GOrun Earns Positive Reviews from Run Mags
Skechers USA, Inc. announced that its Skechers GOrun performance footwear received Most Innovative accolades from two major running magazines. The “2012 Spring Shoe Review” in the April issue of Competitor named Skechers GOrun the Editor's Pick for M
OR Pushing SLC and Denver to Expand Convention Centers
Outdoor Retailer (OR) is urging Salt Lake City and Denver to substantially increase the size of their convention centers to accommodate the trade show under one roof rather than split it across two or more venues, the Denver Post reported…
Forest Service Reports Shift to More Passive Outdoor Recreation
A study released by the U.S. Forest Service (USFS) last week, projects steady and even robust growth in participation in outdoor sports through 2060 despite declining participation rates in several core activities…
Mizuno Acquires Japanese Sporting Goods Maker
Mizuno is taking over Senoh Corporation, a 104-year-old Japanese maker of equipment for indoor sports facilities, at an undisclosed price. Specializing in gymnastics, basketball, volleyball, fitness and martial arts, Senoh has been an official supplier to
Investment Firm Sells Stake in Finland’s Halti Oy
3i, an international investor, has sold its 49% equity stake in the 32-year-old Finnish outdoor brand Halti Oy to Ingman Group. Halti, which generated sales of about $35 million in 2010, is distributed in 1,400 doors…
Louisville Slugger Partners With Perfect Game USA
Louisville Slugger announced that it will be partnering with Perfect Game USA, the premium high school tournament and showcase operator. Louisville Slugger will initiate the partnership at Perfect Game tournaments and showcases across the country…
Snowstorms Usher in Ski Season in Southern Andes
A large storm front battered the south of Chile and Argentina June 21, bringing snow to the region just in time for the July 1 kick off of the Andes snow sports season, according to tour operator PowderQuest…
3i Divests Minority Stake in Finland’s Halti Oy
A British investment firm sold its 49 percent stake in Finland’s Halti Oy, after helping the outdoor brand double sales to $35 million via an aggressive expansion into the Alpine countries of Germany, Austria and Italy…
