Mountain Destination Occupancy Slows But Still Ahead Of 2017
Aggregated data released last week by Inntopia in their monthly DestiMetrics Market Briefing revealed that while occupancy growth at mountain destinations is slowing slightly as the year progresses, overall metrics continue to creep upward toward an expected seventh consecutive summer record.
Shopify Bans Sale Of Certain Firearms
Shopify, a provider of e-commerce storefronts, has moved to ban certain firearms and parts on the company’s platform, including some semi-automatic weapons and 3D-printed guns.
Luxury Online Marketplace Farfetch To Go Public
London-based luxury online marketplace Farfetch filed for an IPO on Monday and plans to list on the New York Stock Exchange under the ticker FTCH.
Li Ning’s Sales Climb 18 Percent In Half
Li Ning reported revenue increased by approximately 17.9 percent in the six months ended June 30 to RMB4.7 billion.
Mueller Secures Exclusive U.K. Distributor
Firstaid4sport said the company has recently created a new division, Greestone Distribution, to exclusively sell Mueller products to the Sports Retail and Medical Wholesale trade channel in the U.K.
L.L.Bean Exec Joins Furniture Maker
Brad Kauffman, SVP of business transformation and strategy at L.L. Bean, has joined Thos. Moser, maker of handcrafted American furniture, as the company’s new chief revenue officer.
CTA Study: China Tariffs Will Cost The U.S. Economy Up To $2.4 Billion Annually
The Trump administration’s consideration of tariffs on Chinese printed circuit assemblies and connected devices would cost the economy $520.8 million and $2.4 billion annually for the 10 percent and 25 percent tariffs, respectively, according to a new study commissioned by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA).
Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation Announces Sports Matter Project Funding
The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation on Monday announced that the foundation would fully fund all baseball and softball Sports Matter projects currently on DonorsChoose.org.
Escalade Shows Strong Profit Improvement In Q2
Escalade Inc. reported sales in the second were slightly down to to unseasonal spring weather but profits benefited from the sale of Stiga AB.
Nike To Sponsor Alabama A&M
Alabama A&M’s athletic department has joined an apparel partnership with Nike and BSN that begins during the 2018-19 athletic seasons.
Agenda And Liberty Fairs Announce Move
Agenda and Liberty Fairs announced plans to move out of the Sands Expo and Convention Center on the Las Vegas Strip to downtown Las Vegas, starting in February 2019. Adjacent to the up-and-coming Arts District, downtown Las Vegas “is the ideal home for the shows to continue to break the mold of a conventional trade show model to offer stand-out events, unique activations, and an overall elevated experience without limits,” according to a statement.
Dick’s Donates To The Annika Foundation
The Dick’s Sporting Goods Foundation announced a $50,000 donation to LPGA legend Annika Sörenstam’s Annika Foundation’s “Share My Passion” girls golf clinic.
United Legwear & Apparel Partners With Epic Games
United Legwear & Apparel Co. announced a new partnership with Epic Games to create a range of Fortnite bags and accessories, in a deal brokered by IMG.
Change Of Leadership At Peak Performance
The CEO of Peak Performance Nicolas Warchalowski has chosen to leave his assignment at his own request after the successful acquisition transaction with Amer Sports.
Running USA Announces Run Happy Pitch Fest At 2019 Industry Conference
Running USA has announced the Run Happy Pitch Fest Presented by Brooks. Entries for the pitch fest will open Sept. 1, and finalists will pitch for sponsorships from Brooks and Nuun at the 2019 Industry Conference powered by the Active Network, set for Feb. 10-12, 2019 in San Juan, Puerto Rico.
