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Nike Delivers Tribute To Virgil Abloh
Nike delivered an official statement honoring the memory of Virgil Abloh, the acclaimed fashion designer who passed away at the age of 41 Sunday from a rare form of cancer.
Lululemon Countersues Peloton Over Apparel Patents
Lululemon on Monday filed a lawsuit against Peloton over “copycat products” in Peloton’s new apparel line. The lawsuit, filed in Los Angeles federal court, arrived five days after Peloton sued Lululemon in Manhattan federal court, seeking a declaration that Lululemon’s claims had no merit.
Boardriders Appoints COO
Boardriders Inc. said it appointed Deborah Palmer Keiser as global chief operating officer. Keiser will oversee Boardriders’ end-to-end global planning and sourcing, and logistics and distribution.
‘Container Dwell Fee’ At West Coast Ports Remains On Hold Until December 6
The Port of Los Angeles and the Port of Long Beach announced a further postponement of the “Container Dwell Fee.” After meetings today with U.S. Port Envoy John Porcari, ocean liner companies and marine terminal operators, the two ports said the fee would not be considered before December 6.
Small Business Saturday Tallies Record Sales
American Express said its 12th Annual Small Business Saturday, held on November 27, is estimated to have reached an all-time high in sales.
Arc’teryx Opens Third Store In Quebec
Arc’teryx is continuing its retail expansion in Canada with a new location in Laval. The store marks the 14th Arc’teryx retail location to open in the Canadian market.
PGA Of America Provides Update To PGA Show
PGA of America and PGA Golf Exhibitions announced that more than 600 golf brands are projected to participate in person at the 2022 PGA Show.
Golf Rounds Played Slip In October
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played were down 1.8 percent in October but are still ahead 7.4 percent year-to-date.
Sensormatic: Black Friday In-Store Traffic Down Sharply From Pre-Pandemic Levels
In-store traffic at U.S. brick-and-mortar retail stores and shopping centers was down 28.3 percent on Black Friday, November 26, compared to 2019, the last pre-pandemic year, but showed a 47.5 percent rebound compared to 2020, according to Sensormatic Solutions.
Amazon Physical Retail VP Exits
Cameron Janes, who most recently oversaw Amazon’s physical retail division, has left Amazon after more than 14 years.
Peloton Sues Lululemon Over Patent Infringement Claims
Peloton filed a lawsuit against Lululemon after Lululemon threatened to sue the connected fitness leader over its new apparel line.
Neiman Marcus Announces Executive Appointments
Neiman Marcus Group announced three executive appointments and role expansions to support the luxury retailer’s continued transformation.
Target Makes Thanksgiving Store Closures Permanent
Target will no longer open its stores on Thanksgiving Day, making a permanent shift to the unofficial start of the holiday season that was suspended during the pandemic.
Canada Goose Names President, Asia-Pacific
Canada Goose announced the appointment of Paul Cadman as President, Asia-Pacific (APAC). His past experience includes roles at Salvatore Ferragamo, Asprey & Garrard, Bvlgari, and Estée Lauder.
S&S Activewear Completes Acquisition Of TSC Apparel
S&S Activewear, based in Bolingbrook, IL, has completed its acquisition of competitor TSC Apparel, the parent of Tultex.
