Canadian Tire Completes Acquisition Of Helly Hansen
Canadian Tire Corporation Limited announced that the company has successfully closed the acquisition of the company which owns and operates the Helly Hansen brands and related businesses.
Nike Names New Chief Sustainability Officer
Nike Inc. announced that Noel Kinder will become the company’s new VP, chief sustainability officer (CSO), effective September 5. Kinder succeeds Hannah Jones, a 20-year Nike veteran as CSO, who after 14 years in the role will become president of Nike Valiant Labs, the company’s in-house new business model incubator.
Outdoor Retailer Names Lisa Ramsperger Public Relations Manager
Outdoor Retailer on Tuesday named Lisa Ramsperger public relations manager, effective immediately. Ramsperger brings nearly 20 years of public relations experience in a wide range of sports and events, working with iconic brands and teams, including the Houston Astros, U.S. Olympic Committee, Volvo Ocean Race, America’s Cup and Amgen Tour of California.
Top of the World Partners With Pac-12
Top of the World, the maker of collegiate licensed apparel and headwear, has been named the official locker room provider for the Pac-12 Conference.
Walking Company Emerges From Chapter 11
The Walking Company Holdings Inc. announced that the company has emerged from Chapter 11.
Giants’ Saquon Barkley Leads NFL Jersey Sales
Saquon Barkley of the New York Giants, Jimmy Garoppolo of the San Franscisco 49ers and Carson Wentz of the Philadelphia Eagles, Tom Brady of the New England Patriots and Baker Mayfield of the Cleveland Browns were the top-five selling NFL jerseys between April 1 and June 23 on NFLshop.com, according to the NFL.
Under Armour Strengthens Regional Structure With New Executive Appointments
Under Armour Inc. announced the appointments of Jason Archer as managing director, Asia Pacific; Manuel Ovalle as managing director, Latin America and Massimo Baratto as managing director, Europe, Middle East & Africa. Additionally, the company announced that the Hong Kong office will be expanded to serve as the company’s Asia Pacific (APAC) headquarters.
Firearms Background Checks Slump In June
The June 2018 NSSF-adjusted National Instant Criminal Background Check System (NICS) figure of 892,479 is a decrease of 12.2 percent compared to the June 2017 NSSF-adjusted NICS figure of 1.02 million.
Asics Signs Zhang Shuai
Asics announced a partnership with China’s top women’s tennis player, Zhang Shuai. Ranked 30th overall by the WTA, Zhang is the first female player from China to sign with Asics.
Pentland Group’s 2017 Revenues Climb 25 Percent
Pentland Group PLC reported operating income grew 14 percent in its year ended December 31 on a 25 percent revenue gain. The sale gains were driven by a record performance from JD Sports Fashion PLC.
Federer Leaves Nike For Uniqlo
Eight-time Wimbledon champion Roger Federer, a long-time Nike athlete, has signed on as an ambassador for Uniqlo, the Japanese apparel chain.
SFIA Adds $15K Prize For 2018 Start-Up Challenge Winner
SFIA will be adding a $15,000 cash grand prize, provided by innovation hub and venture capital firm Black Lab Sports, to the organization’s third annual Start-Up Challenge.
SIA Announces Inaugural Trade Mission To China
Snowsports Industries America (SIA) announced the inaugural SIA trade mission to China, September 16-19, 2018.
Salomon Signs Sophie Caldwell
American Nordic skiing star Sophie Caldwell will join Salomon for the 2018-2020 seasons after a successful year in which she finished third in the overall sprint rankings and earned a victory on next year’s World Championships track.
Keen Partners With Newport Folk Festival
Keen Inc., best known for the Newport sandal designed 15 years ago, has signed on as a sponsor of the Newport Folk Festival.
