Bill Robinson Leaves Daniel Defense
Black Creek, GA-based Daniel Defense, manufacturer of firearms and accessories, stated that Bill Robinson resigned as VP of sales.
Sig Sauer Sponsors Major League Fishing
Firearms manufacturer Sig Sauer signed on as a sponsor of Major League Fishing (MLF) made-for-television bass fishing events for the 2017 season.
KPMG Study: Cyberattacks Cause Consumer Alarm
Consumers are wary of the increased frequency of cyber-attacks against retailers, and many are ready to walk away from their favorite retailers if a breach occurs.
CanCooker Names Sam Bowman VP of Sales and Marketing
CanCooker President Seth McGinn appointed Sam Bowman as vice president of sales and marketing for the outdoor cooking company.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Expands to Rock Springs, WY
Sportsman’s Warehouse (SPWH) is expanding its operations to include a new retail location in Rock Springs, WY. The grand opening will take place on August 27, 2016, with the doors opening at 9 a.m.
GSI Outdoors Hires Canadian Rep
The maker of outdoor cookware, tableware and related accessories has hired Gamic Sports Inc. to manage sales and marketing in Quebec and the Maritime provinces.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Turns Eastward
After a surge in firearms and camping sales helped it beat its Q2 forecast, the Utah retailer is planning to expand to North Carolina and West Virginia.
Hibbett Sports Beats Expectations By A Penny
The athletic specialty retailer, which operates 5,000-square-foot stores in smaller markets, said its focus on footwear paid off in the quarter ended July 30.
Aisle Talk, Week Of August 15
Headlines from the active lifestyle industry this past week you may have missed.
By The Numbers, Week of August 15
The leading figures from this week’s news in the active lifestyle space.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Q2 Sales Up Double Digits
Three store openings and a 2.9 percent increase in same-store sales fueled the hook-and-bullet retailer’s growth during the quarter ended July 30.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Expands to New States
Sportsman’s Warehouse’s planned four-store expansion will include inaugural locations in North Carolina and West Virginia.
FLA Releases First Factory Compensation Report
The Fair Labor Association’s (FLA) report includes compensation data at dozens of factories used by global athletic and outdoor apparel brands.
American Suppressor Association Adds Board Member
Brad Johnson has been appointed to the American Suppressor Association (ASA) board of directors.
Rocky Brands Restructuring Includes Layoffs and Lifestyle Push
Last year’s warm winter, coupled with an economic downturn in the oil-patch regions of the country, hasn’t boded well for outdoor boot makers. That is, unless they invested heavily in the lifestyle side of the market.
