Authentic Inks Reebok UK/Ireland Apparel License with Source Sport
This partnership will deliver an expanded range of Reebok apparel that aligns with consumers’ active lifestyles in the UK and Ireland.
Crunch Franchise Opens Newest Location in Eugene, OR
Crunch Eugene, a 45,000-square-foot fitness facility in Springfield, OR will open in the Shoppes of Gateway Mall.
Xponential Fitness Completes Divestiture of Stride Fitness
The divestiture of its brand Stride Fitness to Stride Fitness Franchising, Inc., owned by Shaun Grove, the president of Xponential’s Rumble Boxing brand, is not expected to materially impact XPOF revenue in 2024.
Crocs Inc. Sees Q4 Growth Slow as N.A. Wholesale Declines
Fourth quarter revenues were $960 million, an increase of just 1.6 percent, or 1.5 percent on a constant-currency (CC) basis, from the corresponding period in 2022. North America Wholesale declined 5.1 percent in Q4.
Skechers U.S.A. Completes a Retail 5K on Way to Store Number 10,000
Expanding its international store count, key store openings for Skechers leading up to the milestone are in Chile, Greece, India, Mexico, South Korea, the United States, and the 5,000th store in Bogotá, Colombia.
Dead Air Silencers Hires Customer Service Manager
The company hired Dallin Hanchett as customer service manager working from the new Dead Air Silencers headquarters in Heber City, UT.
Report: Demand for Camping Still Increasing; Supply Catching Up
The Dyrt, the app for camping availability, photos and reviews, released its 2024 Camping Report presented by Toyota Tacoma, identifying the trends and patterns shaping the future of camping.
Yeti Drinkware Surpasses $1 Billion in 2023; Cooler Recall Nets Margin Gain for Year
The net impact of recall reserves associated with the stop sale of certain soft coolers included in the recalls initiated in Q1 2023 had a 480 basis point impact on the increase in gross margin compared to the prior-year quarter.
Tennis Industry Association Rebrands as Racquet Industry Research Group
TIA rebranded to the Racquet Industry Research Group, noting, “It’s more than just a name change; this evolution signifies a broader mission to provide research and data to the entire racquet sports community.”
Hanesbrands, Inc. Cutting 159 Jobs, Closing NC Distribution Center
HBI plans to permanently lay off another 159 workers in April when it repurposes a DC in Winston-Salem, NC, according to a WARN notice sent to the state of North Carolina on February 5, with an effective date of April 5, 2024.
Forward Outdoor Under New Management with Industry Veterans
Industry pros Tony McWilliam and Lionnel Ducruet bring fresh vision to brand with new 2024/25 collection.
Hartford Sales Group Appoints New Rep for NorCal Coast
Mark Blesius joined the award-winning agency, covering the Northern California Coast. Blesius was, most recently, the senior regional account manager covering the Southwest region for Asics America.
VF Corp. Aligns with Activist Investor, Appoints New Indie Board Member
VF will appoint another independent director to the Board in the near term, mutually agreed with Engaged Capital and will prioritize considering the candidates identified by Engaged Capital.
Outtech Hires Regional Manager for Independent Channel
Outtech Sales Services hired Dyson Renn as a regional manager for its independent channel, working with retailers in Pennsylvania and Western New York.
Sitka Gear to Open First Southeast Store
The brand will open its third brick-and-mortar store in The Battery Atlanta with a grand opening for the community on February 24.
