SGB Update Footwear

SGB Media Revises Holiday Publishing Schedule

In observance of the end of year holidays, SGB Media is taking time to be with family and friends and will adjust its Morning and Evening Update Newsletter publishing schedule

Saks Global Completes Acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group

The company finalized its acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) for a total enterprise value of $2.7 billion. Marc Metrick will serve as CEO of Saks Global Operating Group, and Ian Putnam will serve as CEO of Saks Global Properties & Investments.

Sqairz Forms Medical Advisory Board to Elevate Brand

The formation of a Medical Advisory Board brings together accomplished doctors of sports medicine, biomechanics and physical therapy, whose insights will “allow us to continue to set new benchmarks for athletic footwear.”

Scholastic Sports Sales Owner Jeff Miller Passes Away

Miller owned Scholastic Sports Sales, which celebrated its 50th anniversary in April 2024 and is in its third generation of family ownership. He was a member of the NSGA Board for two terms from 2015 to 2021. He unexpectedly passed away on December 19 at age 69.

Shoes For Crews Taps Board Director to Serve as CEO

Chris Quinn will assume the CEO role beginning on January 1, 2025. The company noted Quinn is an accomplished executive experienced in the retail, e-commerce, footwear, and apparel industries who has served as a director of Shoes For Crews since August 2024.”

Nordstrom Sets Plan to Open Rack Store in Nashua, NH

The 30,000-square-foot store will be located in Royal Ridge Center, a shopping center that includes Marshalls, Sierra Trading Post, HomeGoods, PetSmart, The Paper Store, and other retailers.

Joybees Appoints Ken Dayley as CEO

From 2014 to 2018, Dayley reportedly “provided global digital consulting expertise to New Balance, establishing a data-driven strategic digital growth plan to support robust growth in the U.S. and international expansion in Europe.” From 2012 to 2014, Dayley worked as the digital development business manager for Finish Line, Inc.

Foot Locker CTO Elected to PRA Group Board of Directors

As Foot Locker’s CTO, Butler drives technology strategy, innovation and delivery across their digital, data and analytics, supply chain/merchandising and omni-channel experiences. In addition to serving on multiple boards, Butler is the recipient of numerous awards and recognitions.