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The North Face Launches Athlete Development Program
The North Face announced it is expanding its athlete team by launching an Athlete Development Program designed to recruit and foster emerging talent.
Rally House Opens Store In Oklahoma City
Rally House opened its third store in Oklahoma with a store in Oklahoma City. Based in Lenexa, KS, Rally House operates 100-plus stores across 12 states.
Nordica Forms North American Sports Marketing Team
Nordica announced it formed a new North American sports marketing team serving the North American race, Freeski and pro communities.
Macy’s Names Senior Vice President, Private Brands
Macy’s Inc. announced that Emily Erusha-Hilleque has joined the company as senior vice president for Macy’s private brands. She most recently served as Target’s design director, Ready-to-Wear, Young Contemporary Private Label, Design Partnerships.
Former The North Face CMO Joins Sephora
Steve Lesnard, former chief marketing officer and global VP of product creation at The North Face, has joined Sephora as global chief brand officer.
Academy Sports Set To Join S&P SmallCap 600
Academy Sports + Outdoors, Inc. will replace Kraton Corp. in the S&P SmallCap 600, effective prior to the opening of trading on March 16.
AAFA Announces Board Of Directors Leadership For 2022/23
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) announced the renewal of its Board of Director’s leadership, and eight newly appointed and re-elected Board members.
Nike General Counsel Exits
Nike general counsel Hilary Krane, resigned from her position to work for Creative Artists Agency. At Nike, Krane provided counsel on corporate law and mergers and acquisitions, brand protection and government affairs. She also worked as co-chair of the Nike Foundation.
Adidas To Replace Puma As Italy’s Kit Sponsor
The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) signed a multi-year deal with Adidas, ending its nearly 20-year partnership with Puma.
The Buckle’s Q4 Sales Rose 19.5 Percent
The Buckle Inc. reported net sales for the 13-week fiscal quarter ended January 29, 2022 increased 19.5 percent to $380.9 million from net sales of $318.8 million for the prior year 13-week fiscal quarter ended January 30, 2021. Comparable store net sales for the 13-week period ended January 29, 2022 increased 20.0 percent.
Tilly’s Q4 Profits Climb 36 Percent
Tilly’s, Inc. reported earnings jumped 36 percent in the fourth quarter ended January 29 on a 14.9 percent revenue gain and improved gross margins. The action sports chain closed out a record year that saw revenues jump 46.0 percent.
Zumiez’s Sales Advance 4.6 Percent In Q4
Zumiez, Inc. reported earnings fell 10.7 percent year-over -ear but were ahead of levels reached in the fourth quarter of 2019. Sales grew 4.6 percent.
Fanatics, Lids Open Paris Saint-Germain Store In New York City
Paris Saint-Germain, the French multisport club, has opened a flagship at 587 Fifth Avenue, its first boutique in New York City for the international sports club. The store is part of the Club’s partnership with Fanatics and will be opened and operated by Lids.
Duluth Trading’s Q4 Sales Improve 5.8 Percent
Duluth Holdings, Inc., the parent of Duluth Trading, reported earnings topped guidance in the fourth quarter ended January 30. Sales grew 5.8 percent as retail sales jumped 32.8 percent.
Columbia Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
Columbia Sportswear announced that it hired Pri Shumate as chief marketing officer for the Columbia brand.
