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Icebreaker Appoints GM For North America
Icebreaker, owned by VF Corp., has hired Noah Bryan as general manager for North America. Most recently, he worked as the senior business development manager for sports and outdoors at Amazon.
Primary Arms Names Creative Manager
Primary Arms hired Grace Jin as its creative manager overseeing graphic and visual media for the company’s major business units.
Taurus Hires VP Of Sales
Taurus hired Justin Porlier as vice president of sales. Most recently, he was regional sales manager for Dunkin Lewis, Inc.
NRF Forecasts Annual Retail Sales To Increase In 2022
The National Retail Federation issued its annual forecast, anticipating that retail sales will grow between 6 percent and 8 percent to more than $4.86 trillion in 2022. The 2022 figure compares with 14 percent annual growth rate in 2021, the highest growth rate in more than 20 years. This year’s sales forecast is notably above the 10-year, pre-pandemic growth rate of 3.7 percent.
Camber Co-CEOs To Depart Organization
Camber Outdoors announced that co-CEOs, Emily Newman and Renita Smith will step down effective April 1, 2022.
GOA President Rich Hill To Depart Position in April
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance announced the departure of president Rich Hill, who gave the news to staff ahead of its annual board of directors retreat earlier this month stating he would leave his role in late April.
Carlyle Agrees To Acquire Dainese Group
Global Investment firm Carlyle announced that it has agreed to acquire Dainese Group, the maker of protective equipment for motorcycling and extreme sports, from Investcorp and Lino Dainese. Cristiano Silei will remain as CEO of the company.
Dick’s SG House Of Sport To Open In Minneapolis
Dick’s Sporting Goods announced plans to open its third Dick’s Sporting Goods House of Sport this coming May in Minnetonka, MN.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints VP, Investor Relations
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. announced the appointment of Riley Timmer as vice president, investor relations and corporate development.
Yue Yuen’s Sales Fall In February
Yue Yuen reported consolidated operating revenue in February fell 14.1 percent to $648.6 million from $755.4 million a year ago.
Bass Pro Secures Approval For Second Store In St. Louis
Bass Pro Shops earned approval to open a store in Sunset Hills, its second location in St. Louis, MO.
Vail Resorts Sees Improving Trend In Skier Visits
Vail Resorts, Inc. said season-to-date through March 6, 2022, total skier visits were up 11.7 percent compared to the prior year’s season-to-date period and up 2.8 percent compared to the fiscal year 2020 season-to-date period. Kirsten Lynch, CEO, said, “company performance has continued to improve throughout the post-Christmas period, with particular strength in destination visitation and lift ticket sales.”
American Outdoor Brands Completes Acquisition Of Grilla Grills
American Outdoor Brands, Inc. announced it has completed the acquisition of substantially all of the assets of Grilla Grills, for $27 million in cash.
Salt Life Fort Lauderdale Now Open
Delta Apparel, Inc. announced the opening of its latest Salt Life retail store in Fort Lauderdale, FL marking the tenth Florida location for Salt Life.
The Big Gear Show Hires Marketing And Events Veterans
The Big Gear Show announced it hired two industry event and marketing professionals, Yoon Kim and Dave Petri.
