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OBIT: Timberland’s Cassie Heppner

Catherine “Cassie” Heppner, a marketing executive at Timberland, has been identified as the woman fatally stabbed Sunday at Timberland’s headquarters in Stratham, NH. Timberland said in a statement, “Cassie was truly one-of-a-kind, and her passing leaves a void that will never be filled.” We extend our deepest condolences to her family and loved ones.”

Nordstrom’s Paige Thomas To Run Saks Off 5th

HBC appointed Paige Thomas as president of Saks Off 5TH, effective immediately. Thomas most recently served as executive vice president, general merchandise manager, full-price – men’s and kids at Nordstrom Inc.

PXG Opens Store In Edina

PXG, the maker of golf equipment and apparel, opened its fifth brick-and-mortar location in the United States. 

Mizuno’s Sales Slide In Nine Months

Mizuno Corp. reported revenues in the nine months ended December 31 declined 3.9 percent. Sales in the Americas grew 8.6 percent.

Nike Releases Fiscal 2019 Impact Report

Nike Inc released its latest Impact Report covering its fiscal year 2019. The report details the progress the company is making to reach its diversity & inclusion, community and sustainability targets for 2020.

Under Armour Misses Q4 Targets And Delivers Weak Outlook

Under Armour Inc. reported an unexpected fourth-quarter loss and missed Wall Street estimates for its revenues. The company also warned of soft 2020 results and said it’s considering another massive restructuring initiative to rebalance its cost base.

Yeti Named Official Jersey Partner Of Austin FC

Yeti has signed on to become the Official Jersey Partner and newest Founding Partner of Austin FC, the 27th club in Major League Soccer (MLS). The deal marks Yeti’s formal entry into both professional soccer and eSports.

Asics Recognized For Climate Change Actions

Asics Corp. has been named to the Supplier Engagement Leaderboard by global environmental impact non-profit CDP in recognition of its efforts to engage with its suppliers on climate change.