SGB Update Outdoor
Smith Adds Global VP Of Sales
Smith, the manufacturer of snow goggles and helmets, promoted Rob Retzlaff to global vice president of sales.
BTI Adds Outside Reps To Cover U.S.
Bicycle Technologies International (BTI) hired five additional reps to expand its coverage in the U.S.
North American Bike Distributor HLC Acquired By Private Equity
MiddleGround Capital, the investment specialist and buyer of middle market B2B industrial and specialty distribution companies, purchased North American bike parts and accessories distributor HLC. The terms were not disclosed.
Seirus Hires VP Of Sales
Seirus hired Desiree Lindemann as vice president of sales.
Outdoor Participation Grows To Record Levels
According to Outdoor Foundation’s 2022 Outdoor Participation Trends Report more than half (54 percent) of Americans ages six and over participated in at least one outdoor activity in 2021, and the outdoor recreation participant base grew 2.2 percent during 2021 to 164.2 million participants. However, this growing number of outdoor enthusiasts did not fundamentally alter long-term declines in high frequency or “core” outdoor participation.
KMD Brands Sees 6.2 Percent Growth In Fiscal Year
KMD Brands, Ltd. reported sales grew 6.2 percent in the year ended July 31. The gains were driven by continued growth in Rip Curl sales, Kathmandu’s highest sales in Q4 and record order demand for Oboz product.
REI To Open First Store In Nebraska
REI Co-op will open its first retail location in Gretna, NE, on September 23.
Winchester Parent Lowers Third-Quarter Guidance
Olin Corporation, Winchester’s parent company, said it now expects third-quarter 2022 adjusted EBITDA to be in the range of $530 million to $550 million, down from an estimated $620 million due to the weakening global economy.
Nordstrom Adopts ‘Poison Pill’ After Mexican Retailer Buys Stake
Nordstrom, Inc. adopted a shareholder rights plan, more commonly known as a “poison pill,” to prevent outsiders from boosting their stake in the business after a Mexican company acquired a 9.9 percent stake in the upscale U.S. retailer’s business.
Oxford Industries Acquires Johnny Was
Oxford Industries, Inc. announced its acquisition of Johnny Was, a California-based lifestyle apparel brand, was finalized for the purchase price of $270 million.
Headrest Safe Appoints Chief Operations And Financial Officer
The Headrest Safe Company, LLC, based in Homewood, AL, announced that Louis Tuck accepted the position as chief operations officer and chief financial officer.
Public Lands To Open Four New Stores
Public Lands, the outdoor specialty retail concept from Dick’s Sporting Goods, plans to open four new stores this fall.
Namuk Appoints Vice President, North America
Namuk, the Swiss-based sustainable outdoor kid’s brand founded in 2016, hired Beth Steele as vice president of North America, responsible for driving its U.S. and Canadian business and building the organization in both DTC and B2B markets.
Sea To Summit Hires North America Director Of Strategic Partnerships And Business Development
Sea to Summit, the outdoor gear manufacturer, hired Tracy Brunz as the North American director of strategic partnerships and business development.
Kohl’s Debt Ratings Downgraded
S&P Global Ratings downgraded the debt ratings of Kohl’s Corp. following the retailer’s update on its sales and earnings guidance for the full year. S&P said it expects Kohl’s medium to long-term business prospects will continue to be challenged by the secular headwinds facing department stores.
