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Brookfield-Backed Trimco Group Acquires Nexgen Packaging
Nexgen Packaging’s management team will continue to manage the business under its current CEO, Jim Welch. The acquisition will allow both companies to integrate their global sales and manufacturing networks.
BJ’s Wholesale Club Adding Ohio Ambient Distribution Center
The new 500,000-square-foot facility, expected to open in early 2027, will join eight BJ’s clubs in the state.
Circana Sees Consumers Shift Back to Value and Need in January
During the combined weeks ending January 11 and January 18, discretionary spending was down flat compared to the prior year, the company reported, with major environmental events impacting the country.
Bass Pro Shops To Open Outdoor Superstore in Mississippi
The new 75,000-square-foot outdoor superstore is scheduled to open in 2027 along the I-10 corridor in Biloxi, MS. This will be the first Outdoor Superstore for Bass Pro Shops in southern Mississippi.
Jogology Adds Indie Sales Rep for Northeast
Cole Crosby joins the company as an independent rep with a decade of experience working with brands and retailers in the run specialty channel. His territory for Jogology includes Massachusetts, Maine, Rhode Island, Connecticut, Vermont, New Hampshire, and New York.
Oboz Names Lauren Colalillo as VP of Sales
Colalillo joins the company with over 15 years of sales leadership experience in the outdoor and sporting goods industries. Most recently, she was a senior sales director at Revelyst.
Skechers Opens First Performance Flagship Location in Canada
The new retail destination at Canada’s West Edmonton Mall offers an immersive experience featuring half-courts and the company’s broad performance range including Skechers’ basketball, running, golf, soccer and pickleball technologies.
Birkenstock Holding Makes Change at Chief Financial Officer Position
The company has appointed Ivica Krolo as chief financial officer of the Birkenstock Group, effective February 1. He succeeds Dr. Erik Massmann.
Saks Fifth Avenue Enters Franchise Agreement to Open Store in India
The New York City-based luxury retailer, has entered into a franchise agreement for the Indian market with retail giant Reliance Retail. As part of the agreement, Reliance Retail will expand Saks Fifth Avenue’s operations nationwide.
Moncler Appoints International Chief Brand Officer
In this newly created role, Rob Manley joins the company from Burberry, where he was the chief marketing officer until Fall 2024.
Nordstrom Rack to Open Four New Stores in Florida in Fall 2025
Nordstrom, Inc. announced plans to open a Nordstrom Rack store in Estero, FL, in Fall 2025. In addition to this location, Nordstrom Rack will open new stores in Coral Springs, Melbourne and Lakeland, FL, also in fall 2025.
Amer Sports Sees Return of Former Communications and IR Chief Päivi Antola
Antola is returning to Amer Sports after leading corporate communications and investor relations from 2010 to 2018. She will join the company in April 2025 at the latest.
OrthoLite Appoints Country Manager for OrthoLite Indonesia
Bo Grabowski will manage overall operations at OID, which will include leading manufacturing and business development, as well as establishing and managing relationships with brands and Tier 1 factory partners.
Magnum Boots Inks U.S. Distribution Deal with K Brands
The company has appointed U.S. Army and industry veteran Glen Reich as executive director of K Brands, the newly formed brand management and distribution arm of Kroll Corporation, Inc.
Target Maintains 2024 EPS Guide, Posts 2 Percent Holiday Comp, Shifts Leadership Team
Holiday sales were reportedly driven by a nearly 3 percent increase in traffic, representing gains across both stores and digital channels. During November and December combined, digital sales grew nearly 9 percent over the 2023 period.
