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Big 5 Appoints Board Member
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation announced the appointment of Stephen Carley to its board of directors.
The Buckle’s September Comps Climb 3 Percent
The Buckle Inc. announced that comparable store net sales, for stores open at least one year, for the 5-week period ended October 5, 2019 increased 3.0 percent.
Garmin Announces Support Of National Runners Alliance
Garmin International Inc. announced its involvement in the national Runners Alliance, an advocacy initiative to help fight the harassment that female runners experience while exercising.
Adidas Partners With Universal Standard On Size-Inclusive Collection
Adidas has partnered with Universal Standard, a U.S. brand focused on creating apparel for women of all sizes, to create a collection of inclusive and fashionable performance apparel.
Target’s Chief Merchant To Lead Bed Bath & Beyond
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. announced the appointment of Mark J. Tritton as president and chief executive officer (CEO). He was formerly EVP and chief merchandising officer at Target Corp.
CrossFit Launches Search For Fittest Woman And Man In Every Country
At the conclusion of the 2020 Reebok CrossFit Games Open in October, CrossFit Inc. will find the fittest man and woman in every eligible country participating in the worldwide CrossFit Open and crown them national champions.
ICSC Sees 4.9 Percent Increase In Holiday Spending
ICSC forecasts 4.9 percent increase in holiday spending over last year for a total of $832.3 billion, with 90 percent of shoppers spending in physical stores.
GK Elite Outfits 2019 Men’s & Women’s World Championship Teams
GK Elite, a division of Elite Sportswear, has signed up as the official competition apparel partner of USA Gymnastics and provider of the training and competition apparel worn by the 2019 U.S. Men’s and Women’s World Championship Teams.
JackRabbit To Acquire Olympia Sports
JackRabbit, the running chain owned by affiliates of CriticalPoint Capital (CPC), announced the acquisition of certain assets and liabilities, including the online presence and the “Olympia Sports” brand from Olympia Sports. JackRabbit will be retaining about half of Olympia Sports’ locations and plans to continue to operate the banner.
Nike And Lululemon Score High In Piper Jaffray’s Teen Survey
Piper Jaffray’s 38th semi-annual Taking Stock With Teens survey shows Nike gaining share within its No. 1 rank and Lululemon hitting a new survey high as the No. 7 preferred apparel brand. Within footwear, Crocs also achieved a new survey record as the 7th preferred footwear brand, behind Birkenstock.
Motionwear Outfits Russia’s National Gymnastics Team
For the first time ever, Motionwear gymnastics leotards will be worn by a national gymnastics team at a competitive event. Both the Russian women’s and men’s teams will debut their new competition leotards by Motionwear at the World Championships in Stuttgart, Germany.
Board Retailers Association Announces Regional Retailer Roundtable
The Board Retailers Association (BRA), a non-profit organization representing independently owned surf, skate, snow, sup and wake retailers, announced a Regional Retailer Roundtable to be held at the Surfing Heritage and Culture Center (www.shacc.org) in San Clemente, CA.
Umbro Extends South America License
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. announced a ten-year extension of Umbro’s licensing agreement with long-time partner Grupo Dass. The renewal gives Grupo Dass the continued license to design, manufacture and distribute Umbro performance and lifestyle apparel, footwear and equipment in Brazil, Argentina and Paraguay through 2035.
Sequential Brands Group Explores Strategic Options
Sequential Brands Group Inc., the parent of Avia, And1 and Gaiam, announced that Karen Murray, its CEO, has stepped down. The company has engaged Stifel to review strategic alternatives, including the sale of certain brands.
Athleta Launches BOPIS
Gap Inc. brands Athleta and Banana Republic launched an in-store pick up service. Buy Online, Pick Up In Store, or “BOPIS,” is now available at all U.S. stores for both brands.
