Nixon Appoints Scott Kerslake CEO
Nixon, the California-based watch and accessory brand, announced that Scott Kerslake, formerly Prana’s president, has been selected as its new chief executive officer.
Crocs Q2 Earnings Climb
Crocs Inc. reported earnings rose 65.8 percent excluding non-recurring charges in the second quarter as improved margins and expense management offset a 3.3 percent decline in sales.
Wolverine Worldwide Lifts Guidance On Above-Plan Q2
Wolverine Worldwide raised its guidance for the year after reporting second-quarter results that topped Wall Street’s targets. Benefiting from its transformation initiatives, most brands exceeded revenue expectations for the quarter while also over-delivering on operating profit goals.
Sole Appoints Hawaiian Reps
Sole announced a new partnership with John Akana and his team at ANH International Marketing Group, who will be representing the footbed brand in Hawai.
Black Diamond Sees Innovation Driving Robust Back Half
Black Diamond Inc. widened its losses in the second quarter due to stepped-up efforts to jumpstart growth. But its renewed focus on its flagship brand already helped drive top-line growth in the period and officials expect the momentum to continue in the back half of 2017.
Rapha Sold To Sam Walton’s Grandsons
Rapha, the London-based trendy cycling apparel brand, said that U.S.-based RZC Investments, led by Tom Walton with his older brother Steuart, has acquired a majority stake in the company.
Kelty Recognized By The Conservation Alliance
Kelty was awarded The Conservation Alliance’s 2017 Outstanding Partnership Award, presented at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2017 for the company’s continued contributions to Conservation Colorado.
West Marine Sees Fatter Margins Offset Lower Q2 Sales
West Marine Inc., which on June 29 agreed to be acquired by a private equity firm, reported basically flat earnings before charges in the second quarter as fewer markdowns offset a small sales decline.
Walmart Heirs Acquire Rapha
Rapha, the British cycling lifestyle brand, stated that U.S.-based RZC Investments is now the majority shareholder in the business.
Rossignol Debuts Mountain Bike Collection For Spring 2018
Following the acquisitions of Time Sport and Felt Bicycles, the Rossignol Group will continue its expansion into the cycling market with the introduction of a new Rossignol Bike collection.
Teton Gravity Research Unveils 22nd Ski And Snowboard Film
Premiering in Jackson Hole, WY on September 16, “Rogue Elements” explores the relationship between the whims of Mother Nature and the rogue nature of the adventurer.
Coming Soon: Vail’s Only Ski-In/Ski-Out Experience
Hotel Talisa has us looking forward to ski season.
Gaia’s Revenues Surge In Q2
Gaia Inc. reported total revenues were up 56 percent in the second quarter to $6.6 million
West Marine Sees A Slight Decline In Q2 Comps
West Marine Inc. reported second quarter 2017 net revenues were $247.2 million, a decrease of 1.7 percent compared to the same period last year. Comparable store sales were down 1.2 percent.
Columbia Announces Resignation Of Prana Brand CEO Scott Kerslake
Kerslake intends to resign his position, effective August 18, in order to assume another leadership position in an adjacent industry.
