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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.
Hibbett Sports Q4 Comps Expand 1.6 Percent
Hibbett Sports Inc., in line with updated guidance, reported fourth-quarter earnings slumped 19.8 percent while comps grew 1.6 percent.
Zumiez’s Q4 Earnings Climb 18.2 Percent
Zumiez Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings rose 18.2 percent on a 16.9 percent climb in sales.
POC Partners With Locally To Connect Online Customers With Retail Stores
POC is partnering with Locally to bring the convenience of e-commerce to the local shopping experience.
Nester Hosiery Promotes Jason Nester To VP Sales
Nester Hosiery, a U.S. manufacturer of performance merino wool socks, announced that it has promoted Jason Nester to VP sales.
Sportsman’s Warehouse CEO To Retire
Sportsman’s Warehouse announced today the retirement of its chief executive officer, John Schaefer. Schaefer also resigned as a member of the board of directors. Jon Barker, the company’s president and chief operating officer, has been appointed as the company’s chief executive officer and has also been appointed to the Board of Directors to fill the vacancy created by Schaefer’s retirement.
Safilo Group’s Sales Drop 16.4 Percent On Gucci License Change
Safilo Group, the parent of Smith, net sales reached €1.047 billion in 2017 compared to €1.25 billion in 2016, a decline of 16.4 percent. Sales were down 15.5 percent on a currency-neutral basis.
DeFeet Partners With LuxTag.io To Add Blockchain Solutions
Working exclusively with LuxTag.io based in Cyberjaya, Malaysia, DeFeet will be the world’s first apparel company to track products on a blockchain.
