Korkers Adds New Outdoor Sales Agencies
Korkers Products LLC, the maker of traction footwear, announced the hiring of three new sales agencies to bolster its U.S. sale efforts.
Mammut Announces Transition In Leadership In North America
Mammut, the Swiss producer of premium outdoor equipment and apparel, appointed Joe Prebich as managing director of Mammut North America. Bill Supple will transition from his role as CEO in late April.
Oboz Looks To Secure Future With Kathmandu Partnership
In an interview with SGB Executive, John Connelly, president and founder of Oboz, said he expects the sale of the outdoor footwear brand to Kathmandu, the New Zealand-retailer, will support its international growth and provide a boost to its innovation and sustainability efforts.
Injinji Grows Sales, Customer Service And Design Teams
Injinji, the maker of the Original Performance Toesock, announced the hiring and promotion of three new team members in its sales, customer service and design departments.
Smartwool Opens Its First Canadian Store In Banff
Smartwool opened its first Canadian retail location in the mountain town of Banff, Alberta.
Yakima Expands Retail Training Program For 2018
The program includes both hands-on training at clinics and events across the country, and online training through the Yakima Garage and Brandlive.
Yeti Withdraws IPO Plans
Yeti Holdings Inc. has ended its plans to go public due to “market conditions.”
The Conservation Alliance Contributes $800,000 In Grants To 21 Organizations
The Conservation Alliance sent grants totaling $800,000 to 21 organizations working to protect wild places throughout North America.
Gander Outdoors Prepares For Grand Opening In Greenfield, IN
The 45,000-square-foot store will be one of three Gander Outdoor retail locations in Indiana.
VF Corp. Receives National Award From The U.S. Association Of Former Members Of Congress
The Corporate Statesmanship Award recognizes outstanding corporate leadership and citizenship, including companies that exemplify service and commitment to improving the lives of others.
Yue Yuen’s 2017 Earnings Dip
Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited reported earnings in the year were slightly down despite a 7.6 percent gain in sales.
Navajo Incorporated Acquires Maxx HD Sunglasses
Navajo Incorporated, a provider of eyewear with the Piranha brand, announced that they have acquired Maxx HD Sunglasses, a Colorado-based national distributor of sports, motorsports and NCAA-licensed sunglasses.
Aisle Talk, Week of March 19
Top headlines from the active lifestyle industry you may have missed this week.
Boardriders Reaffirms Billabong Acquisition Is Best Value for Shareholders
Boardriders, Inc., the parent of Quiksilver, Roxy, and DC Shoes brands, reaffirmed that its proposed acquisition of Billabong International Limited is in the best interest of all shareholders.
Dorel Industries Takes Charges On Toys “R” Us Liquidation
Dorel Industries Inc. said it recorded a charge of $3.8 million tied to the liquidation of Toys“R”Us U.S. Of the charge, $0.7 million is within Dorel Juvenile and $3.1 million is within Dorel Sports.
