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Sportsman’s Warehouse’s Reports Flat Sales Over Holiday Period

Sportsman’s Warehouse, Inc. reported net sales in the eight weeks ended December 25 were $299.6 million, which was flat versus the comparable eight weeks of fiscal year 2020. Compared to the same eight-week period of fiscal year 2019, net sales increased 59.3 percent from $188.1 million.

Kohl’s Reaffirms Strategic Progress Following Activists Calls For Sale

Kohl’s responded to a call by Activist Investor Macellum Advisors to explore strategic options, including a sale, by reporting that its recent results showed the retailer is making strong progress with its transformation plan and that it’s open to further discussions with Macellum.

TheDrop Taps Nike Veteran To Lead Global Merchandising

TheDrop.com, a streetwear and sneaker online marketplace, announced that Scott Keating has joined the company’s management team as chief merchandising officer. He was most recently global sales and brand director for Nike SB.

Mountain Hardwear Appoints Director Of Sales

Mountain Hardwear announced Sablle Scheppmann was appointed as the brand’s director of sales. Scheppman has held the role of the company’s national sales manager for the past three and half years.

The Bay Appoints Chief Customer Officer

The Bay, based in Toronto, appointed Alexander Meyer as chief customer officer. Meyer will oversee strategy and customer insights, marketing and creative, loyalty, and communications functions for The Bay and Hudson’s Bay businesses.

Western Resorts See Strong Occupancy Rates Holiday 2021

Ample snowfall beginning in mid-December across the western U.S. led to a winning holiday season, whether compared to the pandemic-addled season last year or to pre-pandemic, record-breaking holiday seasons, according to DestiMetrics.

Walmart Names New Chief Merchant In Exec Shuffle

Walmart appointed Charles Redfield as chief merchandising officer. He is replacing Scott McCall, who is retiring. Chief Customer Officer Janey Whiteside is leaving the company, according to an internal memo attained by the Wall Street Journal.