Winnebago Industries To Acquire Premium RV Manufacturer Newmar
Winnebago Industries Inc. announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Newmar Corporation, a leading manufacturer of Class A and Super C motorized recreation vehicles (RVs) for total consideration valued at approximately $344 million.
Bauer Hockey And GuardLab Announce Mouthguard Collaboration
GuardLab Inc., a New York-based maker of mouthguards utilizing 3D scanning technology, collaborated Bauer Hockey to supply a new line of Bauer APEX and APEX Lite Mouthguards.
Transformational Media Executive Scott Dickey Appointed CEO Of Podium Publishing
Leading independent audiobook publisher Podium Publishing announced the appointment of Scott P. Dickey as chief executive officer. Former CEO and co-founder, Greg Lawrence, remains as Podium’s publisher and a key member of the board of directors.
Skechers Returns To New York Fashion Week
Models walked the runways at seven New York Fashion Week shows this season in Skechers footwear from a selection of the global brand’s stylish collections.
Bass Pro Shops Spearheads Bahamas Donation
Bass Pro Shops founder and noted conservationist Johnny Morris announced “Anglers for the Bahamas,” a campaign to support the Bahamas in the wake of catastrophic devastation caused by Hurricane Dorian.
Gap To Franchise Athleta Internationally
Gap Inc. announced that it will begin franchising the Athleta and Janie & Jack brands internationally.
Lululemon Launches Streetwear Label
Lululemon introduced the a luxury streetwear label Lab online and in 45 stores.
New Survey Shows U.S. Businesses Taking Steps To Foster Culture Of Health, But Room To Grow
In an article published in The Milbank Quarterly, a multidisciplinary journal of population health and health policy, researchers from Harvard Business School (HBS) and Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health, discuss the results of a recently conducted study that assessed the current levels of engagement by businesses in a corporate Culture of Health (CoH).
Neiman Marcus CFO Steps Down
Neiman Marcus Group’s Chief Financial Officer Adam Orvos is leaving the company to join another “as a natural progression in his career.”
August Retail Sales Grew 4.1 Percent
Retail sales were up 0.4 percent in August seasonally adjusted from July and up 4.6 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the National Retail Federation said.
Trump Announces Delay On Next China Tariff Hike Until October 15
Donald Trump has delayed a 5 percent tariff hike on $250 billion worth of Chinese imports by two weeks in a gesture of goodwill, a move that could ease tensions between the two nations ahead of planned trade talks in Washington next month.
Merrell Names Chris Hufnagel Global Brand President
Wolverine World Wide Inc. on Thursday announced the appointment of Chris Hufnagel as global brand president of Merrell, the largest brand within its portfolio.
Sportsman’s Warehouse Appoints New Director To Board
Sportsman’s Warehouse Holdings Inc. on Thursday announced that Philip C. Williamson has been appointed to the company’s board of directors, effective September 12. Following this announcement, the board will include eight members.
Four More Businesses Qualify For NSGA Verified Independent Dealer Program
The National Sporting Goods Association (NSGA) announced four more retailers and dealers in the sports industry who have achieved Verified Independent Dealer status. The four are: AMgC Sports (North Attleboro, MA), California Pro Sports (Palos Verdes, CA), Capitol Varsity Sports (Oxford, OH) and KoSports Hockey Source For Sports (Canonsburg, PA)
CEO Of 145 Companies Urge Senate To Pass Gun Control Laws
The leaders of 145 U.S. companies have sent a letter urging Congress to enact stricter gun laws as pressure builds on lawmakers to respond to gun violence.
