SGB Update Outdoor
Correct Craft Acquires Indmar Marine Engines
Correct Craft acquired Indmar Marine Engines, the manufacturer of inboard marine engines.
Houdini Sportswear Opens Store In Kungsgatan, Sweden
Houdini Sportswear opened a store in Kungsgatan, Sweden. Electrolux, a long-time partner, installed a laundry service in the space to showcase its garment care. The space also has a kitchen for consumers to connect.
Kohl’s CEO Steps Down To Take President Role At Levi Strauss
Michelle Gass, CEO of Kohl’s, is stepping down early next month to become the president of Levi Strauss & Co. Levi’s said Gass would start work and join its Board on January 2. The Board began a succession plan for her to succeed Chip Bergh as president and CEO in the next 18 months.
Canada Goose Adds Chief HR Officer
Canada Goose hired Jess Johannson as chief human resources officer, overseeing its global teams within HR, including talent acquisition, employee experience, training, and global policy.
Inov-8 Opens First Showroom In Europe
UK-based Inov-8 opened its first showroom in Annecy, France. “The showroom will be a basecamp for all customers, media contacts, friends, and family living within the heart of the French Alps,” said Manu Fedon, Inov-8 sales manager for France.
Sun & Ski Sports To Open 32nd Store
Sun & Ski Sports will open its 32nd store in Phoenix/Paradise Valley, AZ, on November 11, in the former space occupied by Staples located off Tatum Blvd.
Chiappa Firearms USA Names President
Italian manufacturer Chiappa Firearms hired Don Madole as president of Chiappa Firearms, USA, Ltd.
Ammo, Inc. Reaches Settlement Agreement With The Urvan Group
Ammo, Inc., the owner of GunBroker.com, reached a settlement agreement with Steven Urvan and Susan Lokey of The Urvan Group.
Clarus Reduces FY Guidance
Clarus Corporation reported continued demand for its Outdoor segment, led by Black Diamond and Precision Sport segment and by Sierra and Barnes, in the third quarter ended September 30, but lowered its sales and earnings outlook for 2022 due to lower sales in its Adventure segment and the volatile foreign currency market and higher freight costs.
Wolverine Worldwide Appoints Lead Independent Director
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. hired Nicholas Long as the lead independent director of its Board of Directors.
Namuk Bolster’s U.S. Presence, Hires CMO
Namuk, the Swiss kid’s outdoor apparel brand, hired Sebastian Reinhard as chief marketing officer, responsible for national and international communication.
Canada Goose To Open Stores In Las Vegas And Denver
Canada Goose announced plans to open stores in permanent locations in Las Vegas and Denver, including two pop-up stores in Aspen and Detroit.
Recall: Bolt Foldable Children’s Scooters
About 5,000 Bolt Foldable Children’s Scooters from Anker Play Products are being recalled.
Recall: Rad Power Bikes
About 29,300 RadWagon 4 Electric Cargo Bikes from Rad Power Bikes are being recalled.
NICS Firearms Background Checks Slide 11.4 Percent In October
The October 2022 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Checks (NICS) fell 11.3 percent to 1.27 million compared to the October 2021 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1.43 million.
