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Russell Athletic Partners With Alphabroder
Russell Athletic announced a partnership with Alphabroder, the distributor of imprintable sportswear and accessories in North America. Through this partnership, an assortment of core styles from Russell Athletic will be available at five distribution centers between California, Texas, Illinois, Pennsylvania, and Georgia.
Orvis Hires Chief People Officer
Orvis announced that Rebecca Jones was hired as chief people officer, effective October 18, 2021. In this new position, Jones is providing executive oversight for its HR department, focused on employee engagement, support, development, training, and growth within the organization.
VF Corporation Publishes Sustainability & Responsibility Report
VF Corp. published its latest Made for Change Sustainability and Responsibility Report, which highlights its achievements to date, including progress toward science-based targets.
Thule’s Vancouver Store To Open In December
Thule announced it would open its first brand store in Canada in West Vancouver, BC. This 2,000-square-foot retail store will showcase all its product categories and will open in December 2021.
Unifi Announces Strong First Quarter Fiscal 2022 Results
Unifi Inc. reported earnings more than doubled in the first quarter ended September 26 as sales grew 38.5 percent. The producer of recycled and synthetic yarns raised its outlook for the year.
VF Corp. Appoints VP, Investor Relations
VF Corporation announced the appointment of Allegra Perry to vice president, investor relations, effective January 2022. Perry will report to VF’s chief financial officer, Matt Puckett.
JCPenney Appoints CEO
JCPenney announced the appointment of Marc Rosen as chief executive officer, effective November 1, 2021. He most recently led the Americas regions for Levi Strauss.
Hoka To Sponsor UTMB World Series
Hoka, a division of Deckers Brands, has formed a multi-year partnership to become the technical footwear and apparel partner of the UTMB World Series.
San Pedro Bay Ports Announce New Measure To Clear Cargo
In an effort to improve cargo movement amid congestion and record volume, the ports of Long Beach and Los Angeles will begin assessing a surcharge to ocean carriers for import containers that dwell in marine terminals.
Li-Ning Sees Robust Q3 Revenue Gains
China’s Li-Ning Company Ltd. reported same-store sales for the third quarter ended September 30 rose in the high-twenties increase on a year-on-year basis.
Columbia Sportswear Promotes Burns To VP, Investor Relations And Strategic Planning
Columbia Sportswear Company promoted Andrew Burns to vice president, strategic planning and investor relations.
Golf Rounds Played Decline 8.0 Percent In September
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played were down 8.0 percent in September but are still ahead 8.4 perfect year-to-date.
JD Sports Acquires Majority Stake In Greece’s Cosmos
JD Sports Fashion Plc announced that it acquired 80 percent of Cosmos Sport S.A. Based in Crete, Greece, Cosmos operates 57 stores in Greece and three in Cyprus under a variety of retail banners and associated trading websites.
Arc’teryx Opens Arc’type Store In Bay Area
Arc’teryx announced it opened its 22nd retail store, and sixth in Northern California, on October 22 in The Village at Corte Madera.
Eddie Bauer To Close All Stores In Japan
Eddie Bauer Japan Co. plans to close all of its approximately 60 stores and online shopping website by the end of December as the brand exits the Japanese market, according to The Japan Times.
