SGB Update

SIA’s Nick Sargent Provides Bullish Assessment Of OR + Snow Show

In his latest “Nick’s Notes,” Nick Sargent, president of SIA, enthused about the reception from attendees to the inaugural Outdoor Retailer + Snow Show and wrote that he “left the show with a renewed sense of enthusiasm and optimism for what the future holds .”

Modell’s Signs Media Agency

“We’re very excited to team up with a new local partner in 2018,” added Tami Mohney, Modell’s SVP and chief marketing officer. “This relationship is going to help Modell’s not only reach new customers, but find new ways to reactivate existing ones.”

Costa Sunglasses Signs PR Agency

Costa Sunglasses, a leader in polarized performance sunglasses, selected Gunpowder, Inc. to help drive the brand’s communications strategy.

Boardriders Provides Statement On Pierre Agnes

Boardriders Inc. issued a statement following the move by French authorities on Wednesday to call off a two-day search and rescue operation for Pierre Agnes, the CEO of Boardriders Inc. Agnes’ boat boat was found empty, washed up on a beach in south-west France.

Johnson Outdoors Operating Profits Leap In Q1

Johnson Outdoors delivered significant improvement in operating profits in its first quarter ended December 29. Revenues grew 24 percent on strength in its Fishing and Diving segments.

Vibram And Powdr Announce Partnership

As a Powdr partner, stories about Vibram’s innovative technologies, including Vibram Megagrip and Vibram Arctic Grip, will be featured via on-site branding, resort activations, and exclusive programing for Powdr’s guests.

Crocs Debuts Drew Barrymore ♥ Crocs

The line, which includes special-edition footwear styles for women and children, was designed in partnership with Drew Barrymore, an ambassador for the brand’s “Come As You Are” campaign.