Vail Resorts Sees Challenging Start To Ski Season
Vail Resorts Inc. reported season-to-date total skier visits for the company’s North American mountain resorts were down 10.8 percent compared to the prior year season-to-date period, impacted by low snow levels in the western regions.
Wolverine World Wide Sued For Leaking Chemical Contaminants In Water
The state of Michigan sued Wolverine World Wide toto reimburse the government for past and future costs of chemical contaminants in drinking water.
Shiekh Shoes Battles Over DIP Financing Replacement
Shiekh Shoes, in bankruptcy proceedings since November 29, is seeking court approval for a new $5 million term loan on more generous terms from the owner’s brother to replace its debtor-in-possession facility. However, Comvest, a junior secured lender, has objected to the new financing and is pushing for a liquidation.
Asics Signs Novak Djokovic As Footwear Ambassador
Asics announced a partnership with world class tennis player, Novak Djokovic to celebrate the launch of an exclusive new tennis shoe, the Gel-Resolution Novak.
Columbia Sportswear Names Ethan Pochman VP Of Marketing
Ethan Pochman joins the brand from Performance Health, a private health and wellness consumer products company, where he served in several leadership roles since 2008, including vice president of sales and marketing, and vice president of global marketing.
Tough Mudder Unveils 2018 New Obstacles
Tough Mudder Inc., announced a new twist on obstacles for the 2018 event season by unveiling the biggest structure to ever hit the obstacle course racing industry, Happy Ending, presented by Merrell, and Kong Infinity, the first obstacle in company history to be designed by members of the global tribe of more than 3 million Mudders.
Kering To Spin Off Majority Stake in Puma
Luxury group Kering said it intends to spin off a majority stake in Puma by distributing the stake to its own shareholders. The spinoff is expected to lead to a greater free float of Puma stocks, providing investors an enhanced possibility to invest in Puma, and allowing the company to reaffirm its business strategy.
Climate Change Expert To Keynote OIA Industry Breakfast
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is partnering with Snowsports Industries America (SIA) and Protect our Winters (POW) to present Paul Hawken, the executive director of Project Drawdown. Colorado Governor John Hickenlooper and Denver Mayor Michael Hancock will provide welcoming remarks to attendees of the Denver show.
NRF 2018: Retail’s Big Show Debuts New Events and Expanded Programming
The National Retail Federation announced new programming and event updates for its flagship annual conference, NRF 2018: Retail’s Big Show, which begins this weekend in New York City.
Yue Yuen’s December Revenues Climb 4.4 Percent
Yue Yuen reported sales in December rose 4.4 percent to $794.6 million from $760.9 million.
VF Corp. And NC State Announce Strategic, Multi-Year Partnership
VF Corporation and North Carolina State University announced a collaborative, strategic partnership that will support student development at NC State and advance apparel and textiles innovation within VF.
L.L.Bean Gives $2 Million To Nonprofit Organizations In 2017
L.L.Bean announced year end approval of its charitable giving program that will allocate $2 million in grants to more than 70 organizations for annual gifts, plus additional funding in smaller grants to dozens more.
Kevin Fedarko, Pete McBride To Speak At The Conservation Alliance Breakfast
Writer Kevin Fedarko and photographer/filmmaker Pete McBride will be the featured speakers at The Conservation Alliance Breakfast at the upcoming Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show.
Sears To ‘Consider All Other Options’ If Refinancing Fails
Sears Holdings Corporation announced it has raised $100 million in new financing and is pursuing an additional $200 million from other counterparties.
Terra Public Relations Hires PR Veteran Lori Crabtree
Jackson Hole-based Terra Public Relations announced Lori Crabtree will be joining the team as account executive.
