SGB Update Outdoor
NSSRA Selects New Chair And Vice Chair
The National Ski & Snowboard Retailers Association (NSSRA) selected Gordon Geiger of Geiger’s (Lakewood, OH) as chair and Tom Fuerst of Pedigree Ski Shop (White Plains, NY) as vice chair at its June 11, 2019 board of directors meeting.
Tecnica Group Announces New North American Structure
Tecnica Group SpA, the parent company of Tecnica Group Canada, announced the restructuring of the Canadian leadership team as part of a global initiative to integrate strategic markets around the world.
The North Face Launches Youth Campaign For Arctic Advocacy
The North Face is launching a campaign to engage 18-25 year olds in Arctic advocacy in partnership with Alaska Wilderness League.
Cotton USA Research Finds Sustainability Concerns Rising
Research, commissioned by Cotton Council International and led by Harris Insights and Analytics, finds that 86 percent people globally are considering sustainability and the impact their decisions have on the environment across various parts of day-to-day life.
Accell Group Sells Canadian Bicycle Brand Registrations To Canadian Tire
Accell Group N.V. agreed to sell its Canadian brand registrations of Raleigh, Diamondback, Redline and IZIP to Canadian Tire Corporation Ltd. for U.S. $16 million. Accell Group’s brands will be exclusively sold in Canadian Tire Corp., the owner of Sport Chek, starting in the 2020 bicycle season.
SRAM’s Debt Ratings Upgraded By S&P
Standard & Poors upgraded the debt ratings of Chicago-based bicycle parts manufacturer SRAM LLC due to better operating performance and a commitment to reducing debt.
The Conservation Alliance Announces 2019 Outstanding Partnership Awards
Osprey Packs, Keen Footwear, Northwest Rafting Co., and Peak Design are the winners of The Conservation Alliance Outstanding Partnership Awards for 2019.
Ecoxgear Hires Strategic Rep Agencies
Ecoxgear, a maker of waterproof Bluetooth speakers and accessories based in San Diego, appointed a number of rep agencies to support its U.S. expansion.
American Alpine Club Releases First-Ever State Of Climbing Report
The American Alpine Club, in partnership with more than a dozen supporting organizations, released its first-ever State of Climbing Report, that showed 4.4 percent of all Americans climb indoors.
SC Johnson To Acquire Sun Bum
SC Johnson announced that it has signed an agreement to acquire Sun Bum, a fast-growing brand that makes personal care products including sun protection, hair care and lip care products.
360 Adventure Collective Sees Attendance Gains At Summer Expos
360 Adventure Collective, the largest year-round East Coast organization for sales reps selling lifestyle products, is celebrating a successful Summer Expo season, which included three events along the East Coast.
American Bicycle Group Announces New Director Of Marketing
American Bicycle Group (ABG), based in Chattanooga, TN, announced the expansion of its marketing team with the hire of Jamie Ann Phillips as director of marketing.
Gear Aid Brings Mcnett Tactical Products Into The Fold
Effective immediately, Gear Aid will now have McNett Tactical products in its line of Adventure Tools. Specifically, the use of the “McNett Tactical” name will be discontinued. This rebrand will also introduce new packaging for Camo Form, Op Drops, Microfiber Towels, Gruntline, and Sleep Mask.
REI To Open Store In Appleton, WI
REI Co-op is opening a new store in Appleton, WI in spring 2020. With nearly 300,000 lifetime REI members in the state, REI Appleton will join existing stores in Brookfield and Madison in Wisconsin.
Patagonia Founder And CEO To Receive Environmental Achievement Award
The Environmental Law Institute (ELI) announced that it will present its 2019 Environmental Achievement Award to Yvon Chouinard, founder of Patagonia, and Rose Marcario, Patagonia’s president and CEO, in recognition of their visionary leadership and outstanding environmental stewardship at Patagonia.
