Compass Diversified Holdings Names New CEO
Compass Group Diversified Holdings LLC announced that Elias J. Sabo, a founding partner of the company’s manager, Compass Group Management LLC (CGM), has been appointed as the company’s chief executive officer, effective May 3, 2018.
Under Armour To Host 2nd Annual Mountain Running Series
Under Armour announced the race dates and locations for the 2nd annual Under Armour Mountain Running Series, presented by Gore-Tex Products
Vibram Expands West With New Portland Office
Vibram announced the opening of its new office in Portland, OR. In doing so, Vibram announced several new positions including a dedicated sales, design and development team to support existing clients based in the Northwest and to serve new business opportunities throughout the West.
Saucony Athlete Molly Huddle Breaks Half Marathon Record
Two-time Olympian and Saucony athlete Molly Huddle broke the American record for the half marathon by running 1:07:25 to finish in seventh place at the 2018 Houston Half Marathon on Sunday. Deena Kastor had held the record.
NRF Foundation Gala Raises $2.8 Million For Education
The fourth annual NRF Foundation Gala took place Sunday, January 14, at Pier Sixty in New York City, featuring an uplifting awards program and formal dinner that included both silent and live auctions.
Big Rock Sports Announces Nashville Show
Big Rock Sports LLC announced that the outdoor distributor will consolidate its annual January shows into one industry-leading event next year in Nashville, TN.
Football’s Popularity Slips, But Still Overwhelmingly Americans’ Favorite Sport
Football is still the most popular U.S. spectator sport, but it is losing some popularity. While well below football, basketball and both soccer are both gaining ground with soccer now nearly matching baseball’s popularity.
Garmont Finds Equity Partner
Garmont International Srl, the maker of performance footwear brand for mountaineering, hiking and other outdoor pursuits, announced that Wayne Edy has become a partner in the share capital of the company.
True Fit Secures Investment
True Fit, the data-driven personalization platform for apparel and footwear, announced a new $55 million Series C investment, led by Georgian Partners with participation from existing investors Jump Capital, Signal Peak Ventures, Intel Capital, and new investor Cross Creek Capital.
Mammut Signs Sierra Blair-Coyle
Mammut signed Sierra Blair-Coyle, an elite climber, to its ambassador team.
PGA Merchandise Show Brings Back Inventors Spotlight Showcase
Organized in partnership with the United Inventors Association (UIA), the Inventors Spotlight on the PGA Show Floor showcases new golf and golf lifestyle-related products developed by independent inventors.
NSGA Applauds U.S. Supreme Court Decision To Hear Online Sales Tax Case
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) welcomed the U.S. Supreme Court’s decision to hear a South Dakota case on whether online sellers can be required to collect sales tax the same as local stores.
Fila Signs Sponsorship Agreement With WTA Tour’s Ashleigh Barty
Fila announced that it has extended its relationship with Ashleigh Barty, the 2017 Newcombe Medal winner. Barty is on the company’s roster of endorsed ATP World Tour and WTA Tour players who wear the Fila brand on-court.
CamelBak PURSUIT Series Announces New Locations And Dates For 2018
The Outbound’s CamelBak PURSUIT Series has three events planned for Reveille Peak Ranch, TX; Hunter Mountain, NY; and Bear Valley, NC.
Former Black Diamond Equipment Business Leaders Launch Reasonworx
Robert Fry and Jeff Roche, both former executives at Black Diamond Equipment, have launched Reasonworx, a new type of business development collective.
