SGB Update Footwear

Hoka Opens First London Flagship

Hoka, owned by Deckers Brands, opened its first retail store in Europe at Shaftesbury Capital’s Covent Garden in London. The 1,750-square-foot space at 2-3 James Street sells the brand’s full line of footwear, apparel and accessories. 

Puma SE CEO Sees Return to Growth in the U.S. in 2024

In an interview Friday with Euro am Sonntag, the news outlet, Puma CEO Arne Freundt said he expected Puma to return to double-digit growth in China this year and return to growth in the U.S. in 2024.

Tilly’s Board Member Retires

Tilly’s Inc. announced in a regulatory filing that Bernard Zeichner retired from his position as a member of the Board of Directors, effective October 2.

Mammut Hires U.S. Sales Director and Adds Four New Rep Groups

The company hired Vanessa Block as sales director and added Alpin Sales, Inc., Palisades Trading, Three Saints Outdoors, and The Lupine Group as sales representation in the Rockies, West Coast, Midwest and Southeast, respectively.

Shein Appoints Vice Chairman

Shein appointed Marcelo Claure, a current Shein investor, as group vice chairman. In this new role, Claure will help accelerate strategic growth initiatives across all global markets where the Chinese fast-fashion giant has customers.

Arrive Recommerce Appoints VP of Sales

Mariana DiMartino comes to the technology company powering Returns to Recommerce with more than two decades of retail and technology experience leadinglgrowth and strategy teams.

NRF Economist Says U.S. Economy Still Shows Resilience

The U.S. economy continues to grow despite U.S. labor disputes and the uncertainty created by Congress, adding to the ongoing challenges of inflation and high interest rates, NRF Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz said.

Timberland Names Chief Marketing Officer

Timberland announced Maisie Willoughby as the brand’s new Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Most recently, she spent five years at Alexander Wang.

Inov-8 To Rebrand with New Name and Logo

Inov-8, founded in 2003, is marking its 20 years in the active outdoor industry, manufacturing running, hiking and gym gear, with a rebrand designed to support accelerated growth.