What’s Your Overtime Plan For The Next Trade Show?
Beyond the larger implications of the updated rules, the active-lifestyle industry will have to address overtime hours at trade shows.
Acquisition Talks With Performance Sports Group Heat Up
Owner of Bauer, Easton and Maverik says it’s had talks with interested parties, but no deal has been reached. This follows reports that Brookfield Asset Management Inc. is exploring a bid.
Warren Kanders Buys Stake In Carve Designs
With a significant investment in the women’s swim and beach wear company, Kanders is now the largest investor in, and chairman of, four active lifestyle companies.
Yaktrax, DryGuy, Falke Form Cold Conquerors Team
The ambassadors will receive traction and warming products from Yaktrax, apparel from Falke and a range of dryers from DryGuy.
Canadian Tire Bank Head Retires
Canadian Tire Corp. will see its President and CEO Mary Turner retire from her role, effective December 31, 2016. Gregory Craig, SVP of Canadian Tire Bank, will assume the role.
24 Hour Fitness Study Suggests Exercise Combats ‘Tech Stress’
57 percent of the 2,000 Americans polled said they experience a mental boost from working out, which may help offset stress brought on by technology malfunction.
Sports Authority Merchant Joins Jo-Ann Fabric And Craft Stores
Robert Will was previously senior vice president, general merchandising manager at Sports Authority in charge of hardgoods, licensed apparel, and golf apparel.
Fitbit’s Untraditional Pairing With Public School
Fitbit has paired up with high street fashion label Public School, in a push to expand its accessory bands for the Alta — Fitbit’s most style-driven tracker.
Cross Training Footwear Heats Up, Gold’s Gym And Vibram Join Race
A new hybrid contender entered the ring today as iconic health club Gold’s Gym inked a collaboration with Vibram, creator of the FiveFinger shoe.
Performance Sports Group Shares Rise Amid Takeover Speculation
Brookfield Asset Management Inc., Canada’s largest alternative-asset manager, is exploring purchasing Performance Sports Group Ltd.
Accell’s Pizzi To Head Stand-alone E-bike Unit
After a two-year assignment helping the company realign its North American bicycle business, Larry Pizzi will head a new entity devoted to growing e-bike sales.
Under Armour CEO To Speak At Retail Real Estate Conference
His talk in New York City will include the development of Sagamore Development Company, his privately-owned investment company that is spearheading the massive redevelopment of Port Covington in Baltimore.
Foot Locker, Asics Name Documentary Film Contest Finalists
“Real Lives. Real Runners.” gave filmmakers the opportunity to capture documentary-style stories on real runners. The winning film will air nationally during the live television broadcast of the 2016 TCS New York City Marathon.
Dick’s Brings Out Carrie Underwood For Houston Openings
The multi-platinum superstar and Calia designer will join Jason Aldean, Roger Clemons, Warren Moon and Clyde Drexler as part of more than 40 planned special guest appearances set for the grand opening weekend.
UFC Gym Continues Canada Expansion
UFC Gym will continue its expansion into Canada with the opening of a third Alberta gym on October 15. The new doors will open at 12938 St. Albert Trail NW.
