Nike Appoints GM of Global Footwear

Nike, Inc. plans to appoint Michael Spillane as VP and GM of global footwear. effective June 1. In his current role as VP and GM of Greater China, Spillane led the strategy to reset the market in Greater China. Angela Dong, currently CFO in Greater China,

Bogs Revenues Surge in Q4

Bogs wholesale revenues in North America jumped 69 percent the fourth quarter, driven by increased sales of women's and children's boots in the U.S. and Canada, according to its parent, Weyco Group, Inc. “The surge in shipments reflected i

Running Specialty Group Acquires JackRabbit Sports

The Running Specialty Group (RSG) has acquired JackRabbit Sports, consisting of four locations in the New York City market. Additionally, JackRabbit owner and founder, Lee Silverman, will join RSG’s leadership team in Denver a senior vice president

Jawbone Seeking Investors

Jawbone, the fitness wearable, is close to receiving a major investment from BlackRock, according to a report from Fortune…

Big 5 Expects Positive Comps in Q1

Big 5 Sporting Goods expects same-store sales to grow in the low-to-mid-digit range in the current quarter thanks to robust sales of winter products in January, strong sales of some non-winter categories and a slowing decline in firearms related sales…

Crocs Posts Bigger Q4 Loss But Says Rebound Near

Crocs Inc. reported its non-GAAP adjusted loss increased 70 percent in the fourth quarter on a nearly 10 percent decline in revenues, but said it expects growth to resume in the second half of 2015 as initiatives taken last year kick in…

2XU Unveils First Global Campaign

2XU unveiled its first global campaign, #HEARTNOTHYPE, showcasing athletes who put their all, including their heart, into training. The short film captures respective quests to maximize performance…