SGB Update Outdoor
Urvan Group Offers To Collaborate With Ammo, Inc.’s On Annual Board Meeting Date
The Urvan Group, owner of approximately 17.1 percent of outstanding common shares of Ammo, Inc., issued a statement in connection with its nomination of seven candidates for election to Ammo’s Board of Directors at the 2022 Annual Meeting of Shareholders. Urvan Group is offering to collaborate with Ammo’s Board to set a fall 2022 date for its Annual Meeting.
Dick’s SG Expands On-Demand Retail Delivery
Dick’s Sporting Goods has partnered with DoorDash to use its on-demand delivery service. This makes Dicks its first sporting goods and retail apparel partner.
Lands’ End Announces CEO Succession Plan
Lands’ End, Inc. announced that Andrew McLean, president, International, at American Eagle Outfitters, would join Lands’ End as CEO-designate and as a member of its Board on November 1, 2022.
SylvanSport Expands Engineering Team
SylvanSport, the Brevard, NC-based maker of camping trailers, rooftop tents and outdoor gear, announced it hired Brandon Miller as engineering director and VAST specialist to oversee its Engineering Department and procedures.
Western Mountain Destinations See Increased Bookings During August
The combination of strong rates and an uptick in bookings has bolstered western mountain destinations’ chances for a strong end-of-summer finish and laid a good foundation for the upcoming winter ski season, according to DestiMetrics.
Recall: Cervélo Bikes
Cervélo recalled about 2,043 model year 2022 R5 and Caledonia-5 bicycles and 182 ST31 LT replacement stems because the bike’s handlebars could slip in the stem and cause the rider to lose control.
August Retail Sales Supported By Job And Wage Gains Amid Continued Inflation
The National Retail Federation reported core retail sales, which excludes automobile dealers, gasoline stations and restaurants, grew 0.1 percent in August from July and were up 8 percent unadjusted year-over-year. Consumers’ willingness to spend overcame inflation again in August as more jobs and higher wages helped ease some of the pressure of continuing high prices, the NRF said.
Eddie Bauer Partners With Itochu For Japan Expansion
Authentic Brands Group entered into a new partnership with Itochu to grow the Eddie Bauer business in Japan.
5.11 Tactical Opens 100th Store
5.11 Tactical, a subsidiary of Compass Diversified, will open its 100th store in Oxnard, CA, on September 17, 2022.
Mastercard: U.S. Holiday Sales Expected To Grow 7.1 Percent
U.S. retail sales, excluding automotive, are expected to increase 7.1 percent year-over-year this holiday season, according to the Mastercard SpendingPulse annual holiday forecast.
Rab, Lowe Alpine Names National Sales Manager
Rab and Lowe Alpine hired Peter McConkie as national sales manager. He was the national sales manager for Vasque Footwear.
Everlane Secures Financing
Everlane, Inc., the retailer of sustainable apparel, accessories and footwear, has secured a $65 million revolving credit facility.
Skechers Senior Vice President, Domestic Sales, To Retire
After nearly three decades with Skechers, Senior Vice President of Domestic Sales Rick Graham announced his retirement. Pete Calichman will replace Graham.
Primary Arms Hires VP of E-Commerce And Inbound Marketing
Primary Arms hired Kody Staples as vice president of e-commerce and inbound marketing. In this position, Staples will oversee Primary Arms’ digital sales channels and e-commerce marketplaces.
Railroad Strike Averted After Tentative Deal Reached
Railroads and workers’ unions reached a tentative labor agreement early Thursday, averting a national rail strike that threatened to shut a major segment of the U.S. transportation network.
