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La Jolla Group Makes Executive Changes Amid Consolidation
La Jolla Group (LJG) announced a number of management changes as part of a move to consolidate business units and align leadership to support O’Neill.
Mississippi TanTec Recognized at Tannery Of The Year Awards Program
Mississippi TanTec Awarded Highly Commended Award at Tannery of the Year Awards Program 2018 The sixth Tannery of the Year Awards program for 2018 organized by World Leather Publications came to a conclusion on March 14 with a gala dinner held in Hong Kong.
Pentland Brands Acquires Endura
Endura, the cycling apparel brand and Movistar Team clothing partner, has been acquired by Pentland Brands.
Duluth Trading’s Revenues Climb 25 Percent In Q4
Duluth Holdings Inc., the parent of Duluth Trading Company, reported earnings rose 39.3 percent in the fourth quarter on a 24.7 percent revenue gain.
Starboard Says Four Of Its Newell Board Nominees Pull Out
Four of activist hedge fund Starboard Value LP’s nominees to Newell Brands Inc’s board of directors withdrew their nominations, a day after the company maker gave billionaire investor Carl Icahn four board seats.
Oboz To Be Acquired By Kathmandu
Kathmandu, the outdoor retailer primarily active in New Zealand and Australia. said it had agreed to acquire Oboz Footwear, based in Bozeman, MO, for a base cash consideration of U.S. $60 million and earn-out of up to U.S. $15 million.
Large U.S. Retailers Urge Trump Against China Tariffs
A letter sent to President Trump signed Monday by 49 of the nation’s largest retailers, including Walmart, Target and Costco outlines their concerns about the detrimental impact broadly applied tariffs could have on American families.
Patagonia’s Blue Heart Campaign Aims To Protect The Last Wild Rivers Of Europe
Patagonia launched the Blue Heart website and petition urging international banks to stop investing in the destruction of Europe’s last wild rivers, and released a preview of Blue Heart, its upcoming documentary film.
GCI Outdoor Supports 365-Mile Challenge, Helps Mothers Stay Active Throughout 2018
GCI Outdoor is proud to sponsor the 365-Mile Challenge, designed to engage mothers and get them outside every day this year.
Gander Outdoors Prepares For Grand Opening In Fayetteville
Gander Outdoors, formerly known as Gander Mountain, is open in Fayetteville, NC.
Newell Brands Announces Agreement With Carl Icahn
Newell Brands announced that it entered into a cooperation agreement with Carl C. Icahn, chairman of Icahn Enterprises LP (IEP), who beneficially owns approximately 6.9 percent of the company’s outstanding shares.
Croakies To Sponsor 2018 Quicksilver Waterman Carolina Cup
Croakies has expanded on its 2017 “Exclusive Eyewear Retainer” designation, by adding Official Entertainment Sponsor for the 2018 Quicksilver Waterman Carolina Cup Presented by Surftech.
Authentic Brands Group To Acquire Nautica
VF Corp. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to sell the Nautica brand business to Authentic Brands Group (ABG) LLC.
L.L. Bean Cuts Jobs Bonuses After Reporting Flat Sales In 2017
L.L.Bean said it plans to eliminate employee bonuses for the first time since 2008 and will lay off about 100 positions this spring. The retailer also reported annual revenue reached $1.6 billion in its fiscal year ended Feb. 25, which was nearly flat with year-ago levels.
Columbia Sportswear And Major League Soccer Announce New Relationship
Columbia Sportswear and Major League Soccer announced a new collaboration featuring co-branded outerwear and apparel for men, women and children.
