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Amer Sports Company Launches New Senior Secured Notes Offering
The net proceeds from the offering of the Notes and the expected net proceeds from the New Senior Secured Credit Facilities are expected to repay all outstanding indebtedness under the company’s existing credit facilities, which will be terminated.
Costco Wholesale Appoints New CFO as Galanti Moves to Advisory Role
The Costco Board of Directors named Gary Millerchip EVP and CFO, effective March 15. He is the SVP and CFO at The Kroger Co. Galanti will remain with Costco through January 2025 in an advisory role and will continue on the Board of Directors.
Obviouslee Grows Outdoor Strategy Team
National marketing agency taps industry veteran Joe Jackson, promotes Andrew Piasecki to co-lead its outdoor team.
Decathlon Claims First to Market with Apple Vision Pro App
Decathlon said the app was reimagined for Apple Vision Pro to enable customers to discover its latest outdoor and cycling product innovations and shop for their favorite sporting goods.
Oboz Expands Sales Team Across North America with Multiple Moves
The company realigned its midwest sales territories, created two new regional sales manager positions, and moving its Canadian operations under the Canadian KMD Brands team.
Mahomes, Tiger, Acquisitions, Job Cuts, and an IPO Drive January’s Most Read Articles
What do you get when the first month of the new year features news from a golfer named Tiger, a Statefarm spokesman named Patrick, job cuts, key acquisitions, a looming IPO, and a public fight between a company’s Board and its investors—very busy month for SGB Media.
Under Armour Appoints New SVP, Managing Director for EMEA
With nearly 20 years of experience growing high profile brands including Adidas, TaylorMade, Under Armour, and Yeti, Kevin Ross is said to bring proven talent and regional expertise to the company.
NRF Economist: Labor Market and Interest Rates Will Play Major Roles in 2024
After a better-than-expected performance in 2023, what happens with the economy in 2024 could depend on the labor market and what the Federal Reserve does with interest rates, according to NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz.
Tony Spring Taking Helm as CEO and Chair-Elect of Macy’s, Inc.
Jeff Gennette will continue as chair of the Macy’s Board of Directors until its 2024 Annual Meeting when Spring will take the helm as chair during the meeting.
Lotto Hires Head of Talent for U.S. Soccer Division; Adds to Athlete Roster
Lotto hired former Major League Soccer MVP Mike Magee as the first head of talent for its U.S. soccer division and signed St. Louis City SC vice-captain and defender Tim Parker as an ambassador athlete.
Skechers Posts First $8 Billion Year; Shares Fall on Guidance
For the fiscal year 2024, the company believes it will achieve sales between $8.60 billion and $8.80 billion and diluted earnings per share between $3.65 and $3.85 a share.The company sees Q1 sales between $2.175 and $2.225 billion.
Deckers Brands Again Firing on All Cylinders; Ugg Posts Billion Dollar Q3
Net sales increased 16.0 percent to $1.56 billion compared to $1.35 billion in the prior-year period. On a constant-currency basis, net sales increased 15.1 percent. Net sales are expected to be approximately $4.15 billion for 2024.
Columbia Sportswear Q4 Profit Falls 26 Percent; Guides Lower for 2024
Chairman and CEO Tim Boyle expects 2024 to be a challenging year as retailers place orders cautiously, and economic and geopolitical uncertainty remains high.
Decker Brands Names New CEO Designate as Powers Plans Retirement
Dave Powers has decided to retire as president and CEO, effective August 1, 2024. Stefano Caroti, the company’s chief commercial officer, will be appointed president and CEO, effective upon Powers’ retirement.
Circana Creates Global Commercial Group as Tim Bush Plans Exit
The creation of a Global Commercial organization, which will encompass Circana’s global client verticals and solution groups, will be led by Jeremy Allen in the newly created role of chief commercial officer.