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Plug And Play Announces Partnership With PVH Corp.
Plug and Play announced today its strategic partnership with PVH Corp., one of the world’s largest apparel companies and owner of iconic brands, including Calvin Klein, Tommy Hilfiger, Van Heusen, Speedo, Warner’s and Izod. The partnership will help PVH continue to drive ongoing strategic growth initiatives related to supply chain, technology, digital capabilities and consumer-centricity.
Vuori Names Sarah Carlson Vice President Of Women’s Product Design
Activewear brand Vuori Clothing on Thursday announced the appointment of Sarah Carlson as its vice president of women’s product design. The role, created for Carlson, is effective immediately and puts her in charge for all design aspects of Vuori’s growing women’s category.
The Under Armour Association Adds Girls Basketball League Platform
The Under Armour Association (UAA) announced three newly formed grassroots platforms with UAA-Girls, UA Rise and UA Future, encompassing the entire spectrum of grassroots basketball from 17U to 10U for girls.
Running Awards & Apparel Merges With Racetrackers
Running Awards & Apparel has merged with with Racetrackers Enterprises, Inc. formerly of Spencer, IN. The two companies have supplied running events such as 5Ks, 10Ks and marathons among other races, across the U.S. with custom race apparel, race medals, technical running shirts, and more for over 35 years.
Shopko Files For Bankruptcy
Shopko, the operator of general merchandise stores based in Green Bay, WI, filed for Chapter 11 in the District of Nebraska. The company is pursuing restructuring as a result of “excess debt and ongoing competitive pressures.”
Puma Appoints Arne Freundt As Regional General Manager Europe And EEMEA
Puma has appointed Arne Freundt as regional general manager Europe and EEMEA with immediate effect. In this position, Freundt had been Puma’s global director retail & e-commerce.
TeamSnap Tapped By Adidas To Power UK Football Coaches
TeamSnap and Adidas have formed a new partnership that will give UK football coaches, teams, players and parents free access to TeamSnap – the integrated sports management platform.
New Presenters Added To PTR International Tennis Symposium
Professional Tennis Registry (PTR) announced several new presenters have been added to the already stellar line up at PTR International Tennis Symposium. The Symposium will be held February 12-15, on Hilton Head Island, SC.
Ironman Welcomes Santini As Official Cycling And Triathlon Apparel Partner
Ironman announced a multi-year global partnership with Santini, the maker of technical apparel products. As part of the agreement, Santini will become the exclusive cycling and triathlon apparel partner for all owned Ironman races across the world.
Fanatics Partners With Operation Hat Trick
On the heels of surpassing more than $1 million donated to organizations that support its mission since 2014, Operation Hat Trick (OHT) announced its newest partnership with Fanatics.
Fanatics To Come Out With First-Ever Credit Card
Fanatics will introduce its first-ever credit card program as part of a long-term partnership with Synchrony.
Sears Avoids Liquidation With Last-Minute Improved Bid
Sears’ largest shareholder and chairman, Eddie Lampert, won a bankruptcy auction for Sears Holdings Corp., keeping the legendary department store from shutting all its remaining stores.
Puma And Porsche Design Form Strategic Partnership
Puma and Porsche Design have entered into a strategic partnership to bring a new line of high-end sportswear, footwear and accessories to the market, starting in the Spring/Summer 2019 season.
Nordstrom Holiday Same-Store Sales Rise 1.3 Percent
Nordstrom, Inc. announced a comparable sales increase of 1.3 percent for the nine weeks ended January 5. Full-Price sales were below the company’s expectations due to weak traffic and the department store operator now expected fourth-quarter earnings at the lower end of guidance.
JCPenney Announces Executive Leadership Changes
J. C. Penney Co. Inc. on Monday announced a series of leadership actions taking place over the next few months that will assemble a cross-functional executive team that merges the talents and perspectives of new and existing industry leaders to focus on the needs of the value-based consumer and position the company for growth.
