Winnebago Industries Appoints Oshkosh Executive to Board of Directors
Mike Pack is a corporate EVP at Oshkosh, where he serves as president of the company’s Vocational segment. Pack will serve on the Audit Committee and Technology & Innovation Committee of the Winnebago Board.
Macy’s, Inc. Confirms Planned Store Closures
As previously disclosed, the 66 Macy’s locations will close as part of the company’s “Bold New Chapter” strategy.
Instinct to Expand Market Reach; Hires New VP of Sales
With deep roots in the surfing industry, Todd Stanley brings a wealth of expertise in sales, team leadership and brand development. His background in corporate and entrepreneurial ventures “qualifies him to guide the brand through its next growth phase.”
Adventure Vehicle Maker Rossmönster Hires New Chief Revenue Officer
Timothy Morgan brings over two decades of experience in the RV industry in sales, business development and strategic leadership. Morgan was honored as one of RV Associates’ “40 Under 40,” a testament to his leadership and vision.
NMMA Envisions New Powerboat Sales Returning to Growth in 2025 After Rough 2024
According to data from the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis, boating and fishing are the leading drivers of the $1.2 trillion outdoor recreation economy, contributing 2.3 percent of our nation’s GDP. Ninety-five percent of boats sold in the U.S. are made in America.
Mammut Partners with New Sales Agencies for 2025
Trail House Sales and Marketing Group and Redstone West will represent Mammut in the Western U.S. and Pacific Northwest, respectively.
Costco December Comps Jump 9.9 Percent x-Gas; E-Commerce Jumped 35.7 Percent
E-commerce sales in December were said to be positively impacted by an estimated 15 percentage points, due to Thanksgiving / Black Friday / Cyber Monday occurring a week later in 2024 versus holiday 2023.
Revo Moves to Direct Distribution in Key EU Markets; Adds New Region Leadership
Revo has made a strategic shift in its global distribution model, transitioning to direct distribution in several key markets, supported by a new leadership team.
Carhartt Opens Retail Store in SoHo
The new location joins the brand’s existing store in Seven Dials, in the St Giles district of the London Borough of Camden, in the West End of London.
EXEC: JCPenney Merges with Sparc Group to Form Catalyst Brands
The combined Catalyst Brands organization is a joint venture formed in an all-equity transaction between JCPenney and the Sparc Group, with shareholders Simon Property Group, Brookfield Corporation, Authentic Brands Group, and Shein.
POC Adds Strategic Hires; Creates New Territories in APAC Region
The updates and investments in the company’s regional and central teams will support continued brand growth and be closer and more responsive to its customers.
NRF’s Chief Economist Believes 2024 Ended on a High Note
Jack Kleinhenz’s comments came in the January edition of the NRF’s Monthly Economic Review, in which he reported that the 2024 gross domestic product was on track to grow 2.7 percent over 2023, based on results for the first 11 months of the year.
Burton Adds Exec Hires to Drive Brand and Product Categories
The privately-owned snowboard manufacturing company, hired Jennifer Valentine as chief merchandising officer and Debbie Lee as chief marketing officer based in the company’s global headquarters in Burlington, VT.
REI Shuttering Experiences Business, Cutting 428 Positions
The closure of the Experiences business will affect 180 full-time and 248 part-time employees, which are primarily guides serving the business. REI said it will re-invest in the core Camp and Backpack, Run and Hike, and Outside Life businesses.
Sitka Gear Opens Eighth U.S. Storefront
Sitka Gear has opened a new brand store in Columbus, OH, carrying its technical hunting and outdoor apparel gear. The company will host a grand opening on January 11.
