Nike Renews Contract With Syracuse
Nike will continue its more than 30-year relationship with Syracuse University as part of a new multi-year agreement.
Citi Trends’ CEO To Depart
Citi Trends, Inc. announced chief executive officer Bruce Smith has decided to resign from his position as CEO. However, in order to provide for an orderly transition, Smith has agreed to continue to serve as CEO until the earlier of when his successor is in place or February 1, 2020.
New Balance Celebrates Kawhi Leonard With New Billboard In Toronto
New Balance Basketball celebrated Kawhi Leonard’s MVP performance and Toronto’s first-ever championship by posting a new “Board Man Gets Titles” billboard in Toronto. New Balance signed Leonard to an endorsement deal in November 2018 to mark its return to basketball.
Former Nike Marketing Exec Joins MasterClass
MasterClass, the online education company, announced the appointment of David Schriber as chief marketing officer. Schriber most recently served as vice president, Global Brand Experience, Creative, and Innovation at Nike.
Moody’s Maintains Foot Locker’s Ba1 Rating
Moody’s maintained Foot Locker’s Ba1 corporate family rating after a periodic review. The rating agency noted the retailer’s “solid credit metrics and low level of funded debt, well-recognized brand names, meaningful scale, geographic diversification, and very good liquidity.”
La Sportiva Beefs Up Marketing Team
La Sportiva promoted Chrissy Wise to marketing director, Quinn Carrasco to marketing manager, and Wes Green to vice president of sales and marketing. All three are veterans of La Sportiva and all promotions are effective immediately.
Evo To Build Campus SLC In Salt Lake City
Seattle-based outdoor and action sports retailer Evo, in partnership with Lake Union Partners, has announced its most ambitious project to date, Campus SLC, a collection of complementary businesses designed to drive community around a shared passion for outdoor culture.
Boot Barn Announces Amendments To Credit Facilities
Boot Barn Holdings Inc. announced that it amended both its revolving credit facility and term loan on June 6, 2019.
Genesco Names Mel Tucker As New Chief Financial Officer
Genesco Inc. announced that it has appointed Mel Tucker, 54, senior vice president of finance and chief financial officer, effective June 24, 2019. Tucker succeeds Mimi E. Vaughn, who recently was promoted to chief operating officer.
The North Face Launches First-Ever Grant For Women Filmmakers
The North Face on Tuesday officially launched its inaugural Move Mountains Filmmakers Grant – a program created to address the inequitable representation of women behind the camera.
Merrell Launches “One Day. One World. One Trail.” Project
Merrell has launched their “One Day. One World. One Trail.” project. On Saturday, April 27, across 17 countries, Merrell sent 23 photographers and filmmakers out to the trail to showcase those experiencing natural spaces and how the trail unites us all.
Vans Park Series Pro Tour Returns To São Paulo
Vans Park Series returns to São Paulo, Brazil on June 22 to 23 as part of the second stop of the 2019 Pro Tour.
Garmont Hires Global Marketing And Communications Manager
Garmont has hired Mauro Baldini as global marketing and communications manager. Baldini comes to Garmont after serving as the global communications manager for Northwave, an Italian cycling shoe and apparel brand.
Puma Plans Distribution Center In Indiana
Puma North America Inc. intends to spend at least $40 million to open a distribution center in Whitestown, IN, according to paperwork filed with Boone County.
Saks-Owner Hudson’s Bay Co. Receives Bid To Go Private
Hudson’s Bay Co., the owner of Saks and Lord & Taylor, has received a bid to go private from a group led by Richard Baker, executive chairman of Hudson’s Bay Co.
