Adidas Announces Data Breach
Adidas announced that the company is alerting certain consumers who purchased on Adidas.com/US about a potential data security incident.
Pearl Izumi Reveals Social Purpose Statement
Pearl Izumi announced that the company has embraced a new Social Purpose statement: “Ride More and Do More.” The brand also plans to introduce eco-friendly hangtags, will no longer print product catalogs and is introducing a Renewal Workshop program to repair and resell Pearl Izumi merchandise.
Rocky Boots Named Title Sponsor of 2018 “Save Our Heritage” Rally
The Sportsmen’s Alliance announced that Rocky Boots has been named title sponsor of the 22nd annual “Save Our Heritage” Rally in Columbus, OH, August 18.
Retailers Say Customer Service Will Suffer Under ‘Deeply Flawed’ California Privacy Law
The National Retail Federation called new state privacy legislation expected to be signed into law in California today “deeply flawed” and said customer service could be severely hampered if the legislature fails to address retailers’ concerns before the measure takes effect in 2020.
Does The Online Tax Ruling Even The Playing Field?
Many brick-and-mortar retailers hailed the Supreme Court’s ruling late last week that finally gave states the authority to require online retailers to collect sales tax. But interviews with a number of independent specialty retailers show many in the industry still face uphill battles competing with online selling.
Nike Q4 Sales Soar 13 Percent To Nearly $10 Billion
Nike Inc. reported fourth quarter revenue increased 13 percent to $9.8 billion, driven by strong double-digit revenue growth in international markets and Nike Direct globally and a return to growth in North America.
Under Armour Closes Philadelphia Brand House Location
Under Armour confirmed to the Philadelphia Inquirer that the company has closed the Brand House location in Philadelphia.
Camping World Announces Launch Of Gander RV Sales
Camping World Holdings Inc. announced plans to dramatically increase RV sales locations over the next 15 months through the launch of Gander RV Sales, new store openings and continued acquisitions. With 50 Gander Outdoors opened so far this year, 40 Gander RV Sales branded locations are projected to open by spring 2019.
New Balance Hires New Media Agency
New Balance has chosen Mediahub and the media arm of IPG-owned MullenLowe as the company’s U.S. agency of record following a review.
Fila To Debut At Milan Fashion Week
Fila will make the company’s runway debut at Milan Fashion Week in September in the company’s first appearance at one of fashion’s top events, according to Women’s Wear Daily.
SGB Executive Q&A: 361 Degrees USA President Jim Monahan
Jim Monahan, president of running footwear company 361 Degrees USA, spoke with SGB at last week’s Fleet Feet National Franchise Conference in Minneapolis, MN, about what’s happening with the company as 361 Degrees moves from a startup to a player that’s found a comfortable pace and is working to close the gap on competitors.
Four Questions: Smartwool’s Jennifer McLaren
On June 26, VF Corp. announced that Jennifer McLaren would succeed Travis Campbell as president of Smartwool. Here, she talks about Smartwool’s strengths, near-term priorities in her new role, and becoming the first female to be promoted to president in the VF Outdoor and Action Sports Coalition.
Vasque Selects Joel Lee To Lead Revamped Sales Team
Vasque announced a restructuring of the company’s sales team, with new global sales director Joel Lee at the helm. Moving forward, Lee will oversee the U.S. sales manager position, which Vasque is looking to fill.
Amazon Relaunches BTS And College Stores
Amazon launched the company’s Back to School and Off to College stores, which promise those heading to school everything from “superhero backpacks and sequin pencil pouches to the latest Adidas footwear and perfect first-day-of-school outfits.”
Differential Brands Group to Acquire Majority Of North American Division Of Global Brands Group
Differential Brands Group Inc., which owns Hudson, Robert Graham and Swims, entered into a definitive purchase agreement to acquire the North American licensing business of Global Brands Group Holding Limited for $1.38 billion.
