Nordstrom, Inc. Promotes Three to Key Leadership Roles
The retailer promoted Jamie Nordstrom to chief merchandising officer, Fanya Chandler to president, Nordstrom Stores and Gemma Lionello to president, Nordstrom Rack.
Lululemon Athletica Appoints New Board Member
Shane Grant has been the group deputy CEO, CEO Americas, and EVP of dairy, plant-based and global sales at Danone, a global food and beverage company, since January 2023.
Major League Pickleball and PPA Tour to Merge
The operators of the two major pickleball leagues, Major League Pickleball and the PPA Tour agreed to merge. The companies will remain distinct, but the merger aims to eliminate scheduling conflicts and competition over players.
Report: Online Prices Reach 40-Month Low in August
U.S. online prices in August 2023 fell 3.2 percent YoY, reaching their lowest in 40 months, led by a drop in sporting goods, down 7 percent YoY, according to the latest data from the Adobe Digital Price Index, based on Adobe Analytics. This made August 2023 the 12th consecutive month of overall YoY price decreases.
Foot Solutions Opens Store in Delray Beach, FL
The store offers a full range of healthy footwear, 3D-printed insoles, and industry brands designed to address various foot-related concerns.
EXEC: Birkenstock Files for IPO
Birkenstock Holding filed for an initial public offering with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing shows revenues increasing to €1.24 billion ($1.33 bn) in FY22 from €727.9 million in fiscal 2020, a 31 percent two-year CAGR (compound annual growth rate).
Helly Hansen, SportChek Parent Prices Private Placement Notes Offering
Canadian Tire Corporation, Ltd. intends to use the net proceeds from the offering and sale of the Notes for the repayment of short-term borrowings and general corporate purposes.
EXEC: Skechers Notes Continued Pressure in U.S. Wholesale Business
Speaking at the Piper Sandler Growth Frontiers Conference, John Vandemore, the CFO at Skechers USA, said the company continues to see strong demand for the brand across its DTC channels but is not seeing any indication that the elevated inventories affecting U.S. wholesale business to alleviate anytime soon.
Nike Shareholders Reject Pay Equity Proposal
At Nike, Inc.’s annual meeting Tuesday, shareholders voted against a proposal seeking a more detailed report on pay gaps across race and gender. Shareholders also rejected a proposal over the disclosure of human rights commitments.
Rocky Brands Sees Newly Hired CFO Resign and Exit
SVP, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer Sarah O’Connor has resigned from her position with the company, effective immediately. She joined the company in mid-February.
Nordstrom Rack to Open New Store in San Diego
With this new location opening in Fall 2024 and to other announced store openings, Nordstrom will operate 68 Nordstrom Rack stores, 22 Nordstrom stores, 5 Nordstrom Locals, and one asos | Nordstrom in California.
Rebel Athletic and Zer0 Cheer Expand Operations into Colombia
Zer0 Cheer is the exclusive distributor for select South American countries of Rebel Athletic shoes, bags and customized apparel, including practice wear and uniforms. The new office and warehouse will reportedly be fully operational this month.
TikTok Shop Officially Launches in the U.S.
TikTok officially launched its e-commerce product, TikTok Shop, in the U.S. following a test since last November.
EXEC: Active Lifestyle Retail Weathers Rough Second Quarter Waters
Although a few retailers outperformed in the second quarter, big names in the active lifestyle space fought through a challenging quarter amid promotional pressures, retail theft and the consumer’s continued shift away from discretionary purchases.
Academy Sports Opens First Store in Brenham, TX
Academy Sports + Outdoors announced it opened its first store in Brenham, TX, with a grand opening planned from September 15-17.
