Outdoor Industry Vets Form Consulting Firm
Two outdoor industry veterans, Joe Campisi and Tony Manzella, have formed a “fee free” consulting firm aimed at the active lifestyle space.
Sports Authority Predecessor Says ‘All Big-Box Stores At Risk’
Former Gart Bros. Co-owner Kent Gart had harsh words for Sports Authority and other industry big-box retailers, but called out a few winners, too.
Superfeet Plans 3D Printed Insoles
The insoles are the result of a partnership with innovation firm Jabil and an investment in SafeSize, a digital 3D scanning technology platform.
OrthoLite Signs Mariano Rivera As Brand Ambassador
The five-time World Series champion will act as the official brand ambassador for OrthoLite and will collaborate with the brand on a variety of initiatives, including supporting the Mariano Rivera Foundation.
Zappos.com Launches First Loyalty Program
The four-tier benefits program will allow customers to earn Rewards Points towards future purchases, get free expedited shipping on all orders and receive early access to exclusive products and sales.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Widens Footprint
Dick’s Sporting Goods (DKS), a U.S.-based sporting goods retailer, will open three new brick-and-mortar locations within the first two weeks of October 2016.
Tennis Industry Association Names Health & Wellness Advisor
The Tennis Industry Association (TIA) appointed Jack Groppel, an internationally recognized authority and pioneer in the science of human performance, as the health & wellness advisor for the organization.
Nike’s Futures Orders Drop, But In A DTC World, Does It Matter?
The swoosh’s earnings easily topped Wall Street’s targets, but a slower growth rate in futures orders casts doubt from investors. CFO says the predictor doesn’t reflect what it used to.
Skechers Mobile App Aims To Speed Checkout
Skechers USA Inc. debuted a new application for Apple and Android mobile devices that is set to elevate the brand’s consumer purchase experience both for e-commerce and within retail stores.
L.L.Bean Creates Commemorative David Ortiz Boat And Tote Bag
The bag was constructed out of the rain-delay tarps that protected the infield at Fenway Park during the Boston Red Sox 2014, 2015 and partial 2016 seasons.
Amazon Widens Lead As Shopping Search Engine
55 percent of consumers turned to Amazon.com first when searching for products online over the Labor Day weekend, up from 53 percent in April.
Timberland Reports Progress Against CSR Goals
Approximately 44 percent of all cotton used in Timberland apparel in the second quarter was organic, U.S.-origin or sourced from the Better Cotton Initiative.
Labor Talks At West Coast Ports Could Start Early
Terminal operators and the union representing dock workers at 29 seaports have agreed to discuss extending their contact, which won’t expire until July 1, 2019.
Women’s Competition Returns For Skateboarding Championship
Street League Skateboarding (SLS) announced that the SLS Nike SB Super Crown World Championship will again include a women’s division.
Nike Q1 Tops Estimates, Futures Slow
Nike Inc. reported earnings in the first quarter ended August 31 that easily topped estimate on a 10 percent revenue gain on a currency-neutral basis. Futures orders gains, however, slowed notably from recent quarters.
