Sports Direct Adds Former Nike Executive David Daly To Board
David Daly was formerly senior director for Nike’s Club & Federation Business based in Amsterdam.
Runner’s Hub To Become Fleet Feet Sports
Fleet Feet Sports announced that The Runner’s Hub in Clarksville, TN will become a Fleet Feet Sports franchise location effective immediately.
Boa Technology Launches Ambassador Program
Boa Technology, creators of the Boa System, announced a new ambassador program that showcases the diversity of Boa through dedicated athletes that have overcome medical barriers to pursue their life-long passions.
VF Corp. Supports Social Responsibility And Sustainability
VF Corp. said that in 2016, 1,600 EMEA employees from VF’s corporate headquarters and its brands volunteered more than 15,000 hours in their local communities.
Cornell University Ends Relationship With Nike Over Alleged Labor Issues
In response, Nike said in a statement that it’s “Code of Conduct meets or exceeds international standards set by the International Labour Organization’s conventions and while it is not possible to implement individual codes for over 1000 partner schools, we often find common ground that meets our shared expectations and enables us to move forward.”
Cabela’s Stockholders Approve Combination With Bass Pro Shops
Cabela’s Inc. announced that its shareholders have approved the previously announced combination of Cabela’s with Bass Pro Shops.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Names New Chief Marketing Officer
Scott Hudler joins Dick’s from an 11-year career with Dunkin’ Brands, where he most recently served as senior vice president, chief digital officer.
Athletic Propulsion Labs Garners Social Media Exposure
Social media taste-makers like Kourtney Kardashian, Helen Owen and Tone It Up founders Karena Dawn and Katrina Scott have all featured the shoes on their feeds.
REI To Host Vibram Sole Factor Tour
REI has Vibram Sole Factor stopping at nearly 20 stores for multiple days from Washington to Florida.
Under Armour Working On Long-Term Extension With Aaron Judge
Under Armour signed the Yankees star rookie while he was in the minor leagues.
Boston’s The Tannery To Liquidate
The Tannery, the Boston footwear and apparel retailer, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.
EORA Continues To Grow Regional Shows
EORA’s June trade shows held in Edison, NJ, Greenville, SC, and Manchester, NH, finished up strong with retailer and sales rep participation increasing over 8 percent.
Famous Footwear Rolls Out Buy Online, In-Store Pickup
Famous Footwear introduced buy-online, in-store pickup at all its more than 1,000 locations.
Angel Martinez To Join Korn Ferry’s Board Of Directors
Korn Ferry announced that Angel Martinez, the former CEO of Deckers Outdoor Corp., has been elected to serve on the company’s board of directors.
Hi-Tec And 50 Peaks Secure Licensing Agreements
Cherokee Inc. said it entered into license agreements for its Hi-Tec and 50 Peaks brands in several key growth categories.
