Ann Krcik To Receive Lifetime Achievement Award
Camber Outdoors will honor Ann Krcik, co-founder of Camber Outdoors (formerly OIWC) and senior director of brand communications and outdoor exploration at The North Face, with its Lifetime Achievement Award. Krcik will be recognized at the 2018 Thought Leader Keynote at Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show in Denver, CO on January 27.
Farm To Feet Parent Joins Bluesign System
Nester Hosiery, a leading U.S. manufacturer of performance merino wool socks, announced that it has joined the Bluesign system. The Bluesign system is designed to facilitate sustainable textile production by reducing its impact on people and the environment.
Pearl Izumi Partners With Old Man Winter Rally
Pearl Izumi, maker of performance cycling apparel and footwear, will be the exclusive clothing partner of the Old Man Winter Rally held Feb. 11, 2018 in Lyons, CO.
Keen Appoints VP Of Brand Marketing
Keen Inc. appointed Tyler LaMotte to chief marketing officer (CMO). After more than 18 months as the company’s first-ever global vice president of brand marketing, LaMotte has been elevated to CMO for Keen.
Boot Barn Announces Launch Of Public Offering by Selling Stockholders
Boot Barn Holdings Inc. announced the launch of a public offering of 5.5 million shares of its common stock held by certain of its stockholders.
OIA Partners Announces Class Three of Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) announced the newest participants and mentors of the Skip Yowell Future Leadership Academy (SYFLA). In 2018, the academy is partnering with Jansport, whose sponsorship will help SYFLA grow.
Genesco Promotes Mimi Eckel Vaughn To COO
Genesco Inc. announced that Mimi Eckel Vaughn, currently the company’s senior vice president and chief financial officer, is to be named chief operating officer of the company once her successor as chief financial officer is appointed.
Two-Thirds Of National Park Service Advisory Panel Resign
Nine out of 12 members of the National Park System Advisory Board resigned over frustrations that the Ryan Zinke, Interior Secretary, declined to meet with them or convene a single meeting last year, according to the Washington Post.
Gander Outdoors Announces New Website Launch
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, announced the launch of its new online store GanderOutdoors.com. Categories include: Shooting, Camping, Hunting, Fishing, Boating, Wear, Cycling and Active Sport.
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Entering Michigan
The first two locations are planned to open in Jackson and Portage this fall.
SXSW Announces Finalists For 2018 Accelerator Pitch Event
DashTag, KidzToPros, Nix, Tellyo and UPGRADED were the finalists in the Sports and Performance category for the 10th annual SXSW Accelerator Pitch Event.
Alterra Mountain Company Is Born
The joint venture of affiliates of KSL Capital Partners and Henry Crown and Company that curated 12 premier destinations in North America, now has a name: Alterra Mountain Company.
Scarpa Names Rep Group of the Year: End 2 End Outdoors
Scarpa North America named End 2 End Outdoors, its sales agency in the South Central U.S., as its Sales Rep Group of the Year for 2017.
Macquarie Capital Downgrades Under Armour To Underperform
Macquarie Capital downgraded its rating on Under Armour to “Underperform” due to sales, margin and capital concerns. Sales In North America are expected to be pressured by the speculated exit out from tennis and some outdoor categories as well as continued challenges from Academy Sports & Outdoor.
Deutsche Bank Upgrades Dick’s On Signs Of Stabilizing Industry
Deutsche Bank upgraded its rating on Dick’s Sporting Goods to “Buy”’ due to the signs of more-favorable trends in footwear and inventory pressures across the industry lessening.
