Moncler’s Sales Climb Double-Digits In Q1
Moncler reported sales rose 28 percent at constant-exchange in the first quarter ended March 31.
U.S.-China Trade War ‘On Hold’ … But Should Companies Remain Wary?
The looming trade war with China that dominated headlines all spring and forced U.S. companies to fear heavy tariffs on their imports is now on hold. But is it really?
Former Academy Sports CEO To Head PetSmart
PetSmart Inc. announced the appointment of J.K. Symancyk, the former CEO of Academy Sports + Outdoors, as chief executive officer.
Western Mountain Resorts Sets Winter Revenue Record
The roller coaster winter season at western mountain resorts managed to wrap up with a revenue increase of 1.8 percent over last year as of April 30, according to a season-end summary reported by Inntopia.
Camber Outdoors Announces Pitchfest 2018 Finalists
Camber Outdoors, the active-outdoor industries organization that works to elevate and accelerate women’s leadership and participation in the outdoors, announced the finalists for Pitchfest 2018, which will be held on July 22 in Denver, CO.
Kavu Announces New Hires In Finance And Sales
Outdoor wear maker Kavu has named Steve Skidmore and Jeremy Goodman to the company’s global executive team as chief finance director and international sales director, respectively, effective immediately.
Aisle Talk Week Of May 14
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Kayak Maker Hemisphere Design Works Sets Course For Growth
Hemisphere Design Works is the result of a 2017 merger between KL Outdoor and GSC Technologies. The newly formed, 500-employee company is now ramping up production of a wide range of kayaks, pedal boats, human-powered fishing boats and paddling accessories under the Sun Dolphin, Evoke, Future Beach and Swiss Cargo brand names.
Arc’teryx Brings Back Arc’teryx Climbing Academy
The popular outdoor event will be held in the rugged climbing mecca of Squamish, British Columbia, from July 19 – 22, 2018.
Honey Stinger Partners With Holowesko|Citadel
Honey Stinger, the manufacturer of honey-based nutritional products, announced that the company will partner with team Holowesko|Citadel p/b Arapahoe Resources as a nutrition sponsor.
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Announces 2018 Award Nominees
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance, the national organization dedicated to the health and growth of specialty outdoor retail, this week announced the nominees for the 2018 retailer and vendor awards. Winners will be announced on June 13 during the first night of the Grassroots Connect buying show in Knoxville, TN.
Rockport Receives Bankruptcy Court Approval Of “First Day” Motions
The Rockport Group LLC announced that the company has received approvals from the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for Delaware for all of the company’s First Day motions, which will support Rockport’s business operations as the company completes the previously announced court-supervised sale process.
Academy Sports Hires Ken Hicks As Chairman And CEO
Academy Sports + Outdoors announced that Ken C. Hicks, former CEO at Foot Locker Inc. has been appointed chairman and CEO. Departing CEO J.K. Symancyk is leaving the company to pursue another opportunity.
Goliath Acquires Tucker
Goliath, the maker of toys and games, acquired Tucker, the maker of outdoor toys that includes the Phlat Ball.
Patagonia CEO: Public Lands Stance Having ‘Positive Effect On Business’
Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario has again spoken out in defense of her company’s campaign against the current administration’s attack on public lands, telling the popular podcast Recode Decode the stance has had a “positive effect on business” and that Patagonia is poised to have its “best [sales] year ever.”
