The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) will honor New Balance with its Company of the Year award during its 2023 American Image Awards. New Balance president and CEO Joe Preston will accept the honor. The annual event will take place on April 25 at The Plaza Hotel in New York City City, which celebrates […]
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New Balance To Receive AAFA’s Company Of The Year Award
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) will honor New Balance with its Company of the Year award during its 2023 American Image Awards. New Balance president and CEO Joe Preston will accept the honor. The annual event will take place on April 25 at The Plaza Hotel in New York City City, which celebrates […]
IAiming Names VP Operations
IAiming, the maker of smart thermal rifle scopes, hired Tom Weeks as vice president of U.S. operations, based in its North American headquarters in Arlington, TX.
Fred Couples Returns As The Face Of Ashworth Golf
Following the announcement that Ashworth golf had returned to the U.S., Newtimes Group reported that World Golf Hall of Famer and 1992 Masters Champion Fred Couples also returned as the face of the brand. Couples, wearing an Ashworth polo when he won the green jacket in 1992, is expected to “reinvigorate the brand, bringing back […]
Fred Couples Returns As The Face of Ashworth Golf
Following the announcement that Ashworth golf had returned to the U.S., Newtimes Group reported that World Golf Hall of Famer and 1992 Masters Champion Fred Couples also returned as the face of the brand. Couples, wearing an Ashworth polo when he won the green jacket in 1992, is expected to “reinvigorate the brand, bringing back […]
Progression Brands Group Named Exclusive U.S. Distributor Of ODLO Brand
ODLO, a performance apparel brand based in central Switzerland, named Colorado-based Progression Brands Group (PBG) as its exclusive distributor for the U.S. market. The 75-year-old company designs and sells its sustainably made, technical apparel for runners, skiers, cyclists, hikers, and outdoor enthusiasts in more than 40 countries worldwide. ODLO reported it “chose PBG for its […]
Egym Hires Senior Sales Executive, Western U.S.
Fitness tech company Egym hired Alisa Anderson as its senior sales executive for the Western U.S.
Planet Fitness Names President And COO
Planet Fitness, Inc. hired Edward Hymes as president and chief operating officer, reporting to CEO Chris Rondeau.
Precor Undergoes Leadership Changes In Peloton Realignment
Precor reported it was repositioned as a wholly-owned subsidiary under Peloton, led by Dustin Grosz, the fitness equipment maker’s interim CEO. As part of the transition, Betsy Webb will step down as vice president of Peloton Commercial, which had supported the Precor subsidiary, effective January 6, 2023.
Lids Opens Lids Hat Drop Concept Store
Lids opened a retail concept store, Lids Hat Drop, an iteration of the LidsHatDrop.com platform launched earlier this year, in Jamaica, Queens, NY.
EXEC: Lululemon’s Shares Decline Sharply On Weak Guidance
Lululemon Athletica, Inc. raised its full-year outlook on robust third-quarter results that surpassed plans, but soft guidance for the fourth quarter sent the stock down about 12 percent Friday in mid-day trading. Speaking to analysts, CEO Calvin McDonald acknowledged a “challenging” environment for sales. The tempered guidance came despite Black Friday ranking as LULU’s most profitable for revenue and traffic, driven by worldwide sales.
Allbirds Announces Promotions Within Executive Leadership Team
Allbirds, Inc. promoted Kate Ridley from chief brand officer to chief brand and product officer, and Benny Joseph, currently chief technology officer, to chief technology and culture officer. Co-CEO Tim Brown expands his role to include leadership of Allbirds’s Innovation Futures team.
Dakine Adds To Athlete Team
Dakine, the outdoor gear manufacturer, added professional skier Kai Jones and professional snowboarder Emma Crosby to its team rider roster. Jones is an industry name in big mountain, freeride and backcountry skiing. Born in Minnesota, Crosby broke onto the snowboarding scene in 2011 and expanded her backcountry riding skills. “We are so fired up to […]
Dakine Adds To Athlete Team
Dakine, the outdoor gear manufacturer, added professional skier Kai Jones and professional snowboarder Emma Crosby to its team rider roster. Jones is an industry name in big mountain, freeride and backcountry skiing. Born in Minnesota, Crosby broke onto the snowboarding scene in 2011 and expanded her backcountry riding skills. “We are so fired up to […]
Vail Resorts Sees 6 Percent Growth In Early Season Pass Results
Vail Resorts Inc. reported EBITDA improved for the first quarter of fiscal 2023 ended October 31, primarily driven by the strong demand and visitation at its Australian resorts. Pass product sales for the North American ski season increased approximately 6 percent in units and approximately 6 percent in sales dollars through December 5.