Sea to Summit Appoints Jon Hanson as President North America
“After an incredible chapter at Stanley 1913, it’s time to begin the next one,” Hanson said in a LinkedIn post. I’m grateful for the experiences, relationships and lessons along the way.”
Stahls’ Appoints Managing Director in Spain
Stahls’ appointed Josep Maria Morralla Mercadé as managing director of Stahls’ TPT, the company’s Spain-based apparel decoration and licensing operation.
NRF: Retail Sales Inch Up in January for Fourth Consecutive Monthly Gain
Retail sales saw a moderate monthly increase in January, marking the fourth consecutive month of sequential growth, according to the CNBC/NRF Retail Monitor. Strong year-over-year gains were again seen.
Former Lululemon CEO to Lead Beauty Giant Wella Company
Calvin McDonald, who stepped down as CEO of Lululemon Athletica Inc. at the end of January, has been appointed CEO of The Wella Company, effective April 2. Wella owns a portfolio of iconic hair, nails and beauty tech brands for industry professionals and consumers.
Vasa Fitness Names CFO
As CFO, Michael Schwindle, with over 30 years of financial and operational experience, will lead finance, accounting, treasury, and procurement functions to support Vasa Fitness’s club expansion and long-term enterprise value.
Honda Marine Appoints Division Director
A division of Honda Power Sports & Products, the manufacturer of marine outboard motors, appointed Joshua Matthews as division director, succeeding Daniel Sherlock, who has retired from a 20-year tenure with the company.
Stan’s Performance Products Appoints Stacey Wilhelm as VP Global Sales
Wilhelm began her career at Lee’s Cyclery in Fort Collins, CO, and has spent over 20 years in the cycling industry. Most recently, she served for 13 years at Specialized Bicycle Components, where she held her last role as senior director of brand experience for North America.
Fuji, SE, Tuesday Brands Parent Adds 20-Year Bike Industry Vet as ISR
Bryan VanArsdale reportedly brings over two decades of hands-on experience in the bike industry, spanning inside sales, dealer support, retail ownership, and advanced technical service. Most recently, he served as an inside sales associate at Pinarello USA.
Fleet Feet Names Jenny Simpson First Chief Running Officer
As chief running officer, Jenny Simpson, a multi-medal Olympian, “will serve as a national spokesperson for Fleet Feet, working closely with brand partners to better leverage athletes and shared resources.”
Amped Fitness to Open Gym in Mesa, Arizona
he member-based club will span 54,000 square feet, its largest facility, with an opening date later this month. The announcement follows on the heels of the brand opening a club in Glendale, AZ, also scheduled for later this month.
Rally House Opens Flagship Location in Philadelphia
Situated at 1628-36 Chestnut Street across from Nordstrom Rack and a short walk from Philadelphia City Hall and Reading Terminal Market, the store joins the 18 other Rally House locations in the city.
The Putting Zone is Opening Flagship Location in Nashville, Tennessee
The 29,000-square-foot space features an 18-hole, par-72, ADA-compliant indoor putting course engineered to replicate outdoor golf course conditions.
Darn Tough Vermont Socks Owner Appoints President
Cabot Hosiery Mills, the maker of Darn Tough Vermont socks, promoted Angelica Taylor to president, becoming the first non-family member to hold the position.
Bass Pro Plans New Destination Retail Location for Paducah, Kentucky
The new Bass Pro Shops location will be a 70,000-square-foot space adjacent to the Kentucky Oaks Mall, a commercial hub situated along I-24, north of Highway 60. It is expected to open late 2026 or early 2027.
SGB Media Schedule for President’s Day Weekend
The SGB Morning Update, delivered every Friday, will feature an interview with Hydrapak CEO Matt Lyon and include the most-read SGB Executive articles for the week. There will be no SGB Morning Update or SGB Evening Update newsletters published on Monday, February 16, due to the holiday.
