SGB Update Outdoor
Johnson Outdoors Hires Industry Vet to Run Fishing Business
The company hired Bill Kirchner as group vice president, Fishing segment, reporting to CEO Helen Johnson-Leipold and was appointed as a member of the company’s executive committee.
JD Sports Acquires Balance of Shares in Poland-Based Sports Retailer
JD exercised its rights under a call option to acquire the outstanding 40 percent minority stake of Marketing Investment Group S.A. (MIG) to become MIG’s 100 percent sole owner.
Report: Small Businesses Report Significant Hiring Decline in July
The CBIZ Small Business Employment Index (SBEI) reported a seasonally adjusted decrease of 2.1 percent in July. This month’s reading is a dramatic reversal from the strong hiring reported in June.
Report: Younger Pandemic Boat Buyers Upgrading Vessels
The demand for boats reportedly remained strong during the first half of 2023 as inventory levels continued to recover from the buying surge during the pandemic, according to the latest market report from Boats Group.
Under Armour Limits Fiscal Q1 Downside with Strong International Growth
Total net revenue was down 2.4 percent (-1.3 percent currency-neutral) year-over-year to $1.32 billion in the fiscal first quarter ended June 30. Wholesale revenues declined 6.3 percent while DTC increased 4.5 percent.
Lazydays RV Completes Acquisition of Century RV
The location was renamed “Lazydays RV of Denver at Longmont.” The company forecasted that it would generate approximately $50 million in annualized revenue.
NRF Sees Cargo Volume Hitting Yearly Peak in August
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major container ports is forecasted to hit its highest level in nearly a year in August as retailers stock up for the winter holidays, according to Global Port Tracker’s report released by the National Retail Federation.
KOA Reports Small Revenue Gain in First Half
Kampgrounds of America, Inc. reported continued growth, sharing that revenue had improved by 2 percent year-over-year. Following years of record-breaking same-store revenue, KOA forecasted more positive change, with advanced deposits up 9.5 percent over 2022.
Clarus Lowers Outlook as Q2 Sales Decline 27 Percent
Clarus Corp. trimmed its outlook for the year after reporting second-quarter results fell below analyst expectations due to promotional pressure and prolonged inventory de-stocking. Sales were down 27 percent, sliding 24 percent at Black Diamond, 27 percent at the Sierra/Barnes ammunition segment and 34 percent at its Adventure segment (Rhino-Rack, Maxtrax).
Equip Names New Sales VP for Rab and Lowe Alpine
Rab and Lowe Alpine has named Ross Herr to the company’s new position of VP of U.S. Sales, putting a proven industry veteran in charge of the sales direction for both brands in the United States.
Quicksilver’s Global General Manager Resigns at Boardriders
Brad Blankinship, Quiksilver’s general manager since November 2021, confirmed on LinkedIn reports that he had resigned from the company.
Topo Designs Names New CEO
Topo Designs, the Colorado-based outdoor brand, promoted Matt Williams, effective immediately, to CEO. Previously Williams was the company’s chief operating officer. He succeeds Co-Founder Mark Hansen, who is retaining his seat on Topo Designs’ Board of Directors.
Nordstrom Rack to Open Store in Queen Creek, AZ
Nordstrom, Inc. plans to open a new Nordstrom Rack in spring 2024 in Queen Creek, AZ. Nordstrom Rack is the off-price retail division of Nordstrom, Inc.
Camping World To Acquire RV Arizona
Camping World Holdings, Inc. plans to acquire RV Arizona Consignment Specialists in El Mirage, AZ, with a close date in Q4 2023.
NRF Launches Center for Digital Risk and Innovation
The Center is expected to serve as the focal point for NRF’s engagement on technology issues that have significant policy and risk management implications for the global retail industry.
