Hike Doggie Welcomes First Franchise
Barrett Marcum leads the Denver South franchise who reportedly is “a passionate advocate for the well-being of animals, an outdoor enthusiast and a former Hike Doggie hiker.”
Olin’s Winchester Segment Q1 Sales Grow on Stronger Ammo Shipments, White Flyer Deal
The increase in Winchester sales was primarily due to higher commercial ammunition shipments, higher domestic and international military sales, and White Flyer sales.
Skechers USA Gets International and DTC Lift to Post Solid First Quarter Results
DTC sales grew 17.3 percent to $829.8 million for the quarter, including increases in APAC of 16.5 percent, AMER of 10.5 percent, and EMEA of 62.4 percent. Direct-to-consumer volume increased 15.5 percent and average selling prices increased 1.6 percent.
Columbia Sportswear Ups 2024 Profit Guide, Maintains Sales Decline
First quarter net sales decreased 6 percent to $770.0 million. The decline primarily reflects lower wholesale net sales in the U.S. and Canada, driven by retailer cautiousness, a challenging competitive environment and generally soft consumer demand.
TruFit Athletic Clubs Appoints Acting CEO
The company reported that the new acting CEO, Joe Pritchard, has a background in healthcare leadership and a commitment to wellness and brings over 45 years of business experience to TruFit.
Ammo, Inc. Acquires Tooling Manufacturer
The owner of GunBroker.com acquired a tooling manufacturer that provides resources toward the production of ammunition in its Manitowoc, WI factory.
Alterra Mountain Co. Completes Acquisition of BC Heli Ski Operation
Alterra Mountain Company closed on the purchase of Mike Wiegele Helicopter Skiing in Blue River, BC, Canada, further expanding the company’s heli-skiing portfolio, complementing CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures.
Hoka to Open New Retail Store in Honolulu
Ala Moana Center, Hawaiʻi’s largest open-air shopping center, located steps away from Ala Moana Beach Park, will welcome Hoka as a tenant next month.
Escalade Inc. Swings to Q1 Profit as Gross Margins Spike
Total net sales increased 0.7 percent year-over-year to $57.3 million in the first quarter, primarily due to a return in normalized seasonal demand for basketball products, outdoor games and archery.
Middle Atlantic PGA Names Director of Business Affairs
Tony Kovacic will oversee partnerships and sponsorships to enhance support for MAPGA members, youth and player development programming and the Association’s charitable foundation, PGA Reach Middle Atlantic.
Golftec Opens in Manhattan
The flagship venue features the company’s proprietary game improvement technology and professional coaching for members to learn, practice and access the right clubs.
Hiviz Shooting Systems Names VP of Sales & Marketing
The manufacturer of tritium/fiber-optic and fiber-optic sights for handguns, shotguns and rifles hired Joseph Smith as vice president of Sales and Marketing.
Vail Resorts to Sell $600 Million in Senior Notes in Private Offering
The company intends to use the proceeds from the proposed offering to fund the redemption of all $600 million of its outstanding 6.250 percent Senior Notes due 2025 at a redemption price equal to 100 percent of their principal amount and all related fees and expenses.
Mountain Khakis Opens Outlet Store in Utah
The Traverse Mountain Outlet store in Lehi, UT is the brand’s second retail store to open this year, following the addition of its Castle Rock store in Colorado.
Deckers Brands Appoints President of Global Marketplace
The company promoted Marco Ellerker to the newly created role, effective August 1. Ellerker has worked in various operational roles at Deckers since 2017, most recently as SVP and GM of the EMEA region, Japan and Distributors Asia Pacific.
