OIA’s Executive Director Touts Benefits Of Denver Move
In a letter to OIA members, Amy Roberts, executive director of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), spelled out the benefits of the move of the Outdoor Retailer show to Denver, including shifting the dates to the front end of the ordering cycle, significantly reduced booth rates and less travel for the industry with the combined Winter Show.
Nike Partners With European Soccer Social Network
Tonsser, a startup that offers a vertical social network aimed at youth soccer players, has signed on Nike as its first brand channel partner, according to a report from TechCrunch.
QVC To Merge With HSN
Liberty Interactive Corp., the parent of QVC ,announced that they have entered into an agreement whereby Liberty Interactive will acquire the 62 percent of HSNi it does not already own in an all-stock transaction.
Wiivv Launches Employee Wellness Program
Wiivv Wearables Inc., a Vancouver and San Diego-based consumer technology company that creates custom-fit footwear products through an app, has launched an Employee Wellness program for workers on their feet, following a successful pilot program with the Pacific Northwest’s renowned North Shore Rescue team.
The Buckle’s June Comps Slide
The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales for the five-week period ended July 1, 2017 decreased 5.8 percent.
Denver Expected To Land Outdoor Retailer Show
With a “major announcement” to be disclosed at a press conference early Thursday morning featuring Colorado’s Governor, Denver’s Mayor and the head of the Colorado Outdoor Recreation Industry Office, the famed Outdoor Retailer Show is expected to announce a move from Salt Lake City to Denver.
Bass Pro/Cabela’s Merger Gains FTC Approval
In a regulatory on Wednesday, Cabela’s said the Federal Trade Commission informed the company on July 2 that it had closed its investigation of Bass Pro’s $5 billion buyout.
Feetures Expands Offerings With Lifestyle Collection
The lifestyle collection will include a variety of styles for women and men, and will offer the signiture targeted compression and seamless toe features that helped elevate the brand.
Nikwax NA Appoints President
After three productive years leading Nikwax North America, Rick Meade has announced he is leaving to seek new challenges and growth opportunities. Brian Davidson, current director of sales for Nikwax, has been named president, and Heidi Allen, current marketing director, has been promoted to VP of marketing.
Cabela’s/Bass Pro Deal Secures Antitrust Clearance
Bass Pro Shops acquisition of Cabela’s received the go-ahead from antitrust regulators.
ISPO Shanghai 2017 Sees 22 Percent Hike In Exhibitors
ISPO Shanghai 2017, being held from July 6 to 8, will have 572 exhibiting companies, representing a 22 percent increase compared with 2016.
Backcountry COO Joins Ski Utah Board Of Directors
Backcountry announced that Pete LaBore, chief operating officer of Backcountry, is joining Ski Utah’s 2017 Board of Directors, effective July 1, 2017. He will serve a three-year term expiring June 30, 2020.
Iconix Reduces Debt By $362 Million With Entertainment Segment Sale
Iconix Brand Group Inc. announced a substantial reduction of its debt in conjunction with the completion of the previously reported sale of its entertainment segment for $345 million in cash, subject to customary working capital adjustments.
Fourth of July Races Experience Record-Setting Growth in 2016
For the second year in a row, finisher numbers for Fourth of July races increased, ranking the holiday as the second most popular among runners in 2016, sitting only behind Thanksgiving, according to Running USA.
Adidas Creates Women Artists UltraBOOST X Series
Adidas and Refinery29 is partnering with celebrated female artists to create one-of-a-kind pairs of UltraBOOST X representing all 50 states.
