Paka Introduces New General Manager and Advisory Board
Paka, the sustainable clothing brand, hired former Prana executive Brian Thompson as general manager while introducing a new advisory board.
EXEC: EMS/Bob’s Parent Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
Mountain Sports, the parent of Eastern Mountain Sports and Bob’s Stores, filed a voluntary petition for Chapter 11 protection in Wilmington, DE, U.S. Bankruptcy Court…
Winnebago’s Quarterly Sales Sink 13 Percent
Winnebago Industries, Inc. reported profits fell 50.9 percent in its fiscal third quarter ended May 25 as sales declined 12.7 percent. The company indicated profitability improved sequentially in both its Towable RV and Marine Segments.
FootBalance Appoints New CEO
Most recently, Atul Midha, was the global retail director at Eton Shirts. He also held senior leadership roles at Giorgio Armani, and other fashion retail and tech startups.
Blain’s Farm & Fleet Names New CEO, Exec Chair, and Chief Stores Officer
Mark Hasting was promoted to president and CEO and Kim Treece to chief stores officer. Jane Blain Gilbertson will assume the executive chair of the company’s Board and remain the sole owner of Blain’s Farm & Fleet and Blain Supply, Inc.
EXEC: Giant Group Sees May Sales Decline Accelerate
The Taiwan-based bicycle manufacturer reported a 7.1 percent year-over-year decline for the month to NT$7.2 million.
Report: Solo Camping Continues Upward Trend
The surge in solo camping is closely tied to the availability of free camping sites. In 2023, a significant 65.8 percent of campers chose to camp for free, an increase from 47.5 percent in 2021.
Finisterre Opens First North American Retail Location
The retail storefront, in partnership with Maine Surfers Union in Portland, ME, is expected to spearhead the brand’s global retail expansion into North America.
Kreedom Eyewear Hires National Sales Manager
Brandon Hidalgo was appointed national sales manager, replacing Dave Cohen who departed the company.
Trango Hires Facility Sales Coordinator
Roy Quanstrom will work with Trango’s independent sales teams to enhance its relationship with commercial gyms in the U.S. and “wall” accounts
Report: Troubling Decline in Core Outdoor Participants
Among it’s findings, the OIA 2024 Outdoor Participation Trends Report found that the average number of outings per participant in 2023 fell 11.4 percent from 70.5 per participant in 2022 to 62.5 outings per participant in 2023.
Nalgene Outdoor Celebrates 75 Years with Two Exclusive Designs
Nalgene Outdoor’s anniversary limited edition designs featured on its 32-ounce wide-mouth bottle will be available exclusively on Nalgene.com, with 20 percent of each anniversary bottle sold supporting the Nalgene Water Fund.
Centric Brands Inks Global Licensing Partnership with Messi Brand
The product categories will offer a diverse range of styles that embody the Lionel Messi brand, featuring men’s, women’s and kid’s categories, including apparel, outerwear.
JCPenney Invests $40 Million in Supply Chain Upgrades
As part of the retailer’s self-funded $1 billion reinvestment strategy announced last year, the centerpiece of the upgrade is implementing the Joey Pouch sorting system at its distribution center in Reno, NV.
Helinox Opens Flagship in Paris
The company opened its first retail store in Europe and will also serve as a community hub, hosting events, artists and activities.
