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La Sportiva Opens First Retail Store in the U.S.
The Boulder, CO store is reportedly part of La Sportiva’s global brick-and-mortar strategy that “aims to further integrate the brand into mountain towns worldwide.”
361 Degrees Int’l Owned-Retail Posts Strong Double-Digit Growth in Q4
Brick-and-mortar retail sales of 361º core-branded product increased over 20 percent year-over-year for the fourth quarter of 2023 ended December 31, while kids sales grew approximately 40 percent and e-commerce sales increased 30 percent.
NRF Foundation Adds Four Board Members
The new members from Gap, Inc., Dick’s Sporting Goods, Goodwill Industries, and Burlington Stores were elected during the organization’s winter board meeting in New York City, ahead of NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show and the NRF Foundation Honors.
Fleet Feet Franchisee Adds Fifth Store in Ohio
The new store is the fifth location in the Cleveland area for franchisees and husband and wife team Heather and Jody Herzog.
Athleta Parent Gap Inc. Hires Two New Senior Leaders
The parent company of the Athleta, Banana Republic, Gap and Old Navy retail brands has hired Eric Chan as chief business and strategy officer and Amy Thompson as chief people officer.
Snipes Names New CEO as Co-Founder Transitions Out
Dennis Schröder, general manager of Snipes Europe business since April 2023, will succeed Voth and assume responsibility for Snipes Europe. Voth will remain an advisor, with an expected departure by January 1, 2026.
Krimson Klover Hires Industry Vet as Director of Sales
Susie Wagner comes to the company with over 20 years of experience in the outdoor and lifestyle apparel industry, having led sales teams for Spyder, Under Armour, and Kari Traa.
Lev Tanju Joins Fila as Creative Director for Fila+
Fila appointed Lev Tanju, founder of the skatewear brand Palace, as Creative Director of the company’s new sportswear collection, Fila+.
Gildan Activewear Board Makes Extraordinary Next Move in Investor Fight
Gildan Activewear’s Board of Directors turned its ongoing tit-for-tat fight with investors over the ouster of former CEO Glenn Chamandy into a game of chess, taking the extraordinary move to bring its chosen CEO, Vince Tyra, in early.
Under Armour Appoints New Americas President and Chief Product Officer
The company appointed Yassine Saidi as chief product officer and Kara Trent as president of the Americas. Both will report to company President and CEO Stephanie Linnartz.
Safilo Group Extends Eyewear Global Licensing Deal with Hugo Boss
The parent company of the Smith Optics brand and licensee for various lifestyle and sports brands, including Under Armour and Tommy Hilfiger, renewed its global licensing agreement with Hugo Boss through December 2030.
TSG Consumer Partners Promote Five with Ties to Active Lifestyle Brands
The employees who were promoted have worked with companies in the active lifestyle industry, including Backcountry, Nuun, Canyon Bicycles, CorePower Yoga, Sunshine Fitness, and others.
Kryptek Outdoor Group Expands International Distribution Efforts
The alliance with Highland Outdoors is set to enhance Kryptek’s presence in the UK, Ireland and beyond for the apparel brand, leveraging Highland Outdoors network and market expertise.
Columbia Sportswear Appoints Former Nike Brand President to Board
From 1979 to 2014, Denson held various positions at Nike, Inc., in different management roles, including president of the Nike Brand, a position he held from 2001 until his retirement in 2014.
REI Plans to Open 10 New Stores in 2024
The co-op will open stores at Arrowhead Promenade in Glendale, The River in Rancho Mirage, and St. George Place in St. George. The new St. George Place store will include a ski and snowboard shop.
