SGB Update Outdoor
Kitsbow Cycling Apparel To Close
Kitsbow, the manufacturer of cycling apparel and accessories based in Old Fort, NC, is closing after being unsuccessful in securing funding, CEO David Bilstrom said in a post on Kitsbow.com.
Winnebago’s Q2 Revenues Decline 26 Percent As RV Demand Crashes
Winnebago Industries Inc. reported profits were down 42.1 percent in the fiscal second quarter ended February 25 as sales retreated 25.6 percent. Sales of of towables tumbled 47.0 percent due to softening RV demand following peak selling in the earlier stages of the pandemic.
Alterra Mountain Co. Lays Out Capital Investment Plan Worth Nearly $500 Million
Alterra Mountain Company outlined a nearly $500 million capital investment program focused on enhancing the guest and employee experience across its destination resorts over the next year.
Topo Designs Receives Growth Investment From Gart Capital Partners
Topo Designs reported a significant equity investment from Gart Capital Partners, a family investment company headquartered in Colorado, marking the first time the brand has taken outside funding since its founding in 2008.
Newell Brands Debt Ratings Downgraded
S&P Global Ratings lowered its debt ratings on Newell Brands Inc. as the company’s earnings and cash flow guidance for fiscal year 2023 has come in significantly weaker than previous expectations because of weak macroeconomic conditions and continued inflationary pressures.
Turtle Fur Hires CEO, CFO And VP Marketing & E-Commerce
Turtle Fur reported strategic leadership hires, including CEO Jim Osgood, CFO Matt Glomski and VP of Marketing & E-Commerce Erika Canfield.
Mountain Khakis Hires Creative Director
With 20-plus years of experience in the creative and marketing field, Mountain Khakis hired Ant Sanders as creative director.
Amazon To Lay Off Another 9,000 Employees
Amazon’s Andy Jassy, the company’s chief executive, said in a note to employees on Monday that the company is laying off 9,000 corporate and tech employees by the end of April, adding to the 18,000 jobs it cut late in 2022 and again in January 2023.
Sweaty Betty CEO And COO To Step Down
Drapers reported that Sweaty Betty’s chief executive Julia Straus and chief operating officer, Mark Smith, would step down this summer following the brand’s takeover by Wolverine Worldwide. A search is underway to fill the positions.
The Buckle Sets New Quarterly Dividend
The Buckle, Inc. board of directors authorized a 35 cents per share quarterly dividend to be paid to shareholders of record at the close of business on April 14, with a payment date of April 28.
Outdoor Industry Association Names New President
The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Board of Directors named industry veteran Kent Ebersole as president after serving seven months as the organization’s interim executive director.
Rab, Lowe Alpine Names Industry Vet As U.S. Country Manager
Rab and Lowe Alpine hired industry veteran Adam Chamberlain as U.S. Country Manager responsible for domestic operations in the United States.
Primaloft Announces CFO Transition
PrimaLoft, Inc., a subsidiary of Compass Diversified, promoted Jason Kerley to chief financial officer from vice president and controller. He will transition to the position on the retirement of the current CFO, Tom Seaver.
Rack Attack Acquires Two Stores In Calgary
Rack Attack, the retailer of car racks, bike racks, rooftop tents, Overlanding, and other outdoor gear, reported it acquired two stores in Calgary, previously owned by Racks Unlimited, bringing the total number of Rack Attack stores to 38 in North America.
REI Names Chief Merchant, Chief People Officer, Co-Op Brands VP
REI Co-op hired Apple Musni as chief people officer, effective March 20. The company also promoted Chris Speyer to senior vice president and chief merchandising officer and Isabelle Portilla to vice president, Co-op Brands, effective immediately.
