New Era Becomes Official Apparel Provider for Schmidt Peterson Motorsports
New Era Cap, in its fourth year as the official headwear of INDYCAR, announced a partnership with Verizon IndyCar Series team Schmidt Peterson Motorsports to become its provider of team and fan apparel.
USPA Global Licensing Appoints CEO
USPA Global Licensing Inc. (USPAGL), the official licensing arm and national broadcaster of the United States Polo Association (USPA), announced the promotion of J. Michael Prince to CEO and the election of W. David Cummings as chairman of the board effective immediately.
Weatherby Relocates to Wyoming
Firearms manufacturer Weatherby Inc. is relocating its manufacturing operations and corporate headquarters from California to Sheridan, WY, company officials announced today from SHOT Show in Las Vegas.
Federal Premium Continues Long-Term Relationship with Lake City Army Ammunition Plant
Federal Premium plans to continue its long-term working relationship with the Lake City Army Ammunition Plant in Independence, MO.
Ernie Els Joins XXIO as Global Ambassador
Srixon/Cleveland Golf/XXIO, sports brands of Sumitomo Rubber Industries (SRI), announced the addition of Ernie Els as global ambassador for XXIO.
LCI Brands Announces Vice President’s Retirement
Jerry Michelson has served as vice president – Outdoor at LCI Brands for over eight years and before that ran Cerf Brothers Bag Company with his family.
SFIA Promotes Kerman to Manager of Business Operations
Alex Kerman, who joined SFIA in 2015, will now be responsible for overseeing the SFIA research portfolio, sales and analytics, as well as ensuring member benefit and satisfaction.
OIA Presents Film Series Around Supply Chain Transparency
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) is producing a film series to tell the stories of outdoor companies that operate with purpose and environmental consciousness and demonstrate transparent, sustainable business practices.
NSGA Welcomes Michigan State Coach Tom Izzo to Management Conference
Tom Izzo, Michigan State University (MSU) head men’s basketball coach, will kick off the 2018 NSGA Management Conference & Team Dealer Summit on Monday, May 21.
FuelBelt Welcomes Marketing Specialist
FuelBelt, a leader in hydration belts and accessories, hired Kenzie Hunnings as marketing specialist to support the brand in the run specialty market.
Hornwood Appoints VP of Operations
Hornwood Inc.,the customer-focused manufacturer of American-made knit performance textiles for the apparel, military, automotive and medical market, announced that industry veteran Phillip Murrell has joined the company as vice president of operations.
Balega Hires Brand Manager
Balega, a leading performance sock brand in the run specialty market, welcomes Mary Hannah Andrews as Balega brand manager. Hannah will oversee Balega’s brand’s promotional programs as well as support the expansion of Balega’s parent company, Implus, and its Implus Run Specialty Group division.
Asics to Appoint Yasuhito Hirota President
Motoi Oyama, chairman and CEO, said, “Approaching my eleventh year in the role, the decision to appoint a new president was taken in order to ensure that the group can advance as one towards the next stage of our medium-term strategy, the Asics Growth Plan (AGP) 2020.”
Famous Footwear’s President to Retire
Caleres announced Rick Ausick, president of Famous Footwear, will retire in 2018 as part of a planned succession. Ausick joined Caleres in 2002 as Famous Footwear’s SVP and chief merchandise officer and eventually became division president in 2010.
North Face Adds Alpine Climber David Lama to Global Athlete Team
Beginning as a competition climber, Lama was the youngest person ever to win a climbing World Cup in both Lead and Bouldering.
