Reju Launches First Recycling Facility in Germany
Materials recycling company Reju, led by former Under Armour CEO Patrik Frisk, with offices in Europe and North America, has opened its Regeneration Hub in Frankfurt, Germany with expected deliveries to begin in 2025.
EXEC: Anta Sports Sees Fila’s China Retail Sales Turn Negative in Q3
The company is the largest shareholder of Arc’teryx, Wilson and Salomon parent Amer Sports, and also runs retail stores in China for the Anta brand, Fila, Descente, Kolon Sport, and Amer Sports.
Nike Moves Tom Peddie Back Into VP/GM of North America Role
Nike, Inc. announced that Tom Peddie will become vice president, general manager of the North America Geography, effective October 21, succeeding Scott Uzzell, who has decided to leave Nike.
StockX Hires Chief Marketing Officer
StockX named Nick Karrat as chief marketing officer. Most recently, he was chief marketing officer at Tommy John.
EXEC: Swedish Investment Firm Merges Five Companies into Single Sports/Active Entity
Storskogen companies Ullmax, JO Sport, Tennis fashion, Racketdoktorn and On Target have merged into the joint company ASHE, which now constitutes a leading Nordic distribution, sales and marketing partner within sports and active lifestyle.
The Oberalp Group Adds New Indie Sales Agency for Midwest Territory
The owner of the Salewa, Dynafit, Pomoca, Wild Country, and Evolv, brands has added Paul Gerten and his firm Gerten Outdoors to represent Salewa and Evolv in its Midwest territory.
Mizuno Running Shifts U.S. Sales Regional Management Responsibilities
The restructuring comes as the company seeks to return to double-digit growth within the run specialty channel. The sales management team, now includes three regional managers. Casey Barrett (North), Greg Udzielak (West) and Matt Baum (South).
REI Set to Open College Station Store
The nearly 22,000 square-foot space is the co-op’s 11th store in Texas and will host a grand opening on November 1.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Hires VP of Performance Marketing
Ryan Carroll was appointed VP of performance marketing to lead brand management, creative strategy, trade marketing, integrated sales, and marketing planning.
The Buckle Sees Comps Slide Again in Fiscal September
Net sales for the September fiscal month ended October 5 decreased 2.5 percent to $100.6 million from net sales of $103.1 million for the prior-year 5-week fiscal month ended September 30, 2023.
EXEC: September Footwear Factory Shipments Shine as Key Nike Factory Returns to Growth
Yue Yuen’s Manufacturing business boasted a 26.7 percent year-over-year increase in September, while Feng Tay reported Manufacturing revenues inched up 1.3 percent to NT$6.82 billion in September.
EXEC: Piper Sandler Survey Finds Adidas, Hoka, On, New Balance and Ugg Gaining Teen’s Attention
Piper Sandler’s 48th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens Survey for Fall 2024 latest teen survey found Nike, Lululemon, Converse and Crocs highly popular but losing mindshare. Adidas, Hoka, On, New Balance and Ugg have gained in popularity.
Report: Team Sports Participation Highest in Ten Years
SFIA)released its 2024 U.S. Trends in Team Sports Report breaks down data for 24 team sports by youth and young adult team participation and includes information on coaches, training and trends to watch for in 2024.
Authentic Brands Group and Saks Launch New Luxury Platform
Through its focus on innovation and global expansion, ALG aims to generate growth opportunities and create value for its strategic licensing and distribution partners, each of which bring distinctive positioning, loyal followings and significant global potential.
Costco Comps Grow 8.9 Percent in September Ex-Fuel
Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $24.62 billion for the five weeks ended October 6, an increase of 9.0 percent from $22.59 billion last year.
