Skechers Signs Clayton Kershaw
Skechers announced that it’s teaming up with Los Angeles Dodgers all-star ace Clayton Kershaw on a new multi year partnership. The popular pitcher will appear in global marketing campaigns for Skechers men’s performance and athletic lifestyle footwear set to launch in 2020.
Citi Trends Appoints Chief Merchandising Officer
Citi Trends Inc. announced that it has hired Lisa Powell as executive vice president and chief merchandising officer. She previously worked for Century 21 Department Store and TJX.
Coke Enters U.S. Energy Drink Market
Coke, which earlier this year launched Coke Energy in several overseas markets including the U.K. and Germany, said it will bring the product to the U.S. in January.
Technogym Partners With Michael Johnson Performance
Michael Johnson Performance (MJP), the provider in athletic performance training, has partnered with Technogym, the designer and producer of technology-driven smart connected sports performance equipment.
Drive Shack Announces Leadership Addition
Drive Shack Inc., an owner and operator of golf entertainment venues and traditional golf courses, appointed Hana Khouri as president.
TRX Acquires XD
TRX, the developer of functional training equipment and training content, has significantly expanded its product line and product development capabilities with the acquisition of XD, a leader in Kevlar-based fitness equipment manufacturing.
AAFA Again Calls On USTR To List Foreign Amazon Sites For Excessive Counterfeits
For the second year running, the American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) has included foreign domains owned and operated by Amazon.com, Inc., in its submission for the 2019 Special 301 Out-of-Cycle Review of Notorious Markets.
Wilson Renews NFCA Sponsorship
The NFCA (National Fastpitch Coaches Association) announced that Wilson Sporting Goods will continue its relationship with the association, signing a multi-year deal that focuses on education for the high school, travel ball and youth coaching communities.
Nike Marketing VP Joins Fantasy Sports Platform
Monkey Knife Fight, a leading North American Daily Fantasy Sports (DFS) platform, hired Danny Tawiah, formerly head of global digital brand innovation at Nike, as CMO.
Canopy Growth Purchases Majority Stake In Biosteel Sports Nutrition
Canopy Growth Corporation announced that it has completed an all-cash transaction to purchase a majority stake in BioSteel Sports Nutrition Inc., a leading producer of sports nutrition products.
Caleres Updates Strategic Growth Plan And Financial Targets
Caleres, the parent of Famous Footwear and a number of wholesale footwear brands, at its Investor Day held Wednesday will target double-digit CAGR earnings growth through 2022 along with low-single-digit sales gains.
Frank Hugelmeyer Assumes Helm As NMMA President
Frank Hugelmeyer started his first day as NMMA president delivering his inaugural industry address at this morning’s International BoatBuilders’ Exhibition & Conference (IBEX) annual Industry Breakfast & Awards Presentation in Tampa.
Patagonia Hires Marty Pomphrey As General Manager Of Patagonia Japan
Patagonia has hired Marty Pomphrey as general manager of Patagonia Japan.
Under Armour Communications VP Joins Phoenix Suns
The Phoenix Suns named Dean Stoyer, most recently vice president of global brand communications for Under Armour, as chief marketing and communications officer.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Launches Explorewards Visa Credit Card
Sportsman’s Warehouse on Wednesday launched its exclusive Explorewards Visa card via Alliance Data, which has over 30 years of experience providing leading, co-branded and private label credit programs.
