Yaktrax And TriggerPoint Sign Winter Olympics Hopeful
Two of Implus’ specialty brands, Yaktrax and TriggerPoint, announced their partnership with accomplished athlete and 2018 Olympic hopeful, Winter Vinecki.
LAX World Shutters All Locations
LAX World has vacated its headquarters in Cockeysville, MD. and shuttered all 16 of its locations, according to a report from The Baltimore Sun.
Perry Ellis To License Guy Harvey For Fishing Collection
Perry Ellis International Inc. and Guy Harvey Enterprises announced the signing of an exclusive global licensing agreement for Guy Harvey apparel, which features the colorful, ocean-inspired artwork of world-renowned artist, conservationist, scientist and entrepreneur Dr. Guy Harvey.
MEC Breaks Ground On New Flagship At Eastern Gateway To Olympic Village
MEC, Canada’s outdoor gear, know-how and inspiration, broke ground on its new Vancouver flagship store.
Athleta Gives GiftNow A Place In Stores
Athleta has partnered with Loop Commerce go live with GiftNow, a technology and service that allows consumers to select a specific item and send it online.
Alibaba’s Singles Day Brought In $25 Billion in China
Alibaba Group Holding Limited announced that U.S. $25.3 billion (RMB168.2 billion) in gross merchandise volume (GMV) sales was settled through Alipay on November 11, 2017, an increase of 39 percent compared to 2016.
Oklahoma Becomes Jordan’s Third College Brand
The University of Oklahoma became the third collegiate football program to represent Jordan Brand on the gridiron with the partnership to also extend to the men’s and women’s basketball teams.
Perry Ellis CFO Leaves Company
Perry Ellis International announced that David Rattner will be leaving the company, effective immediately, to pursue other opportunities.
Moody’s Places Vista Outdoor’s Ratings On Review For Downgrade
Moody’s Investors Services placed Vista Outdoor Inc.’s ratings on review for downgrade following its “very weak” quarterly operating results.
Deckers Sets Action To Resolve Marcato Lawsuit
Deckers Brands announced that its Board of Directors has taken the actions to address and deem resolved a lawsuit filed by an affiliate of Marcato Capital Management LP, the activist shareholder that’s seeking to replace Deckers board with its own candidates.
J. C. Penney’s Comps Improve 1.7 Percent In Q3
J. C. Penney Company Inc. reported net sales decreased 1.8 percent to $2.81 billion in the third quarter compared to $2.86 billion in the same period last year, primarily the result of the 139 stores closed this year
Deckers Brands Mails Letter To Stockholders Reinforcing Board’s Confidence In Transformation Strategy
Deckers Brands announced that its Board of Directors is sending a letter to stockholders highlighting the Board’s confidence in its transformation strategy, which is further emphasized by the recently announced $400 million stock repurchase authority.
Mizuno’s Profits Bounce Back In Six Months
Mizuno Corp. reported strong profit improvement in the six months through September 30 despite a modest sales decline. The Americas sharply reduced its loss despite high inventories in the marketplace that pressured sales.
Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk Raises More Than $1.8 Million
The Skechers Foundation announced that its 9th annual 2017 Skechers Pier to Pier Friendship Walk raised more than $1.8 million for children with special needs and education, exceeding its $1.6 million goal.
Finish Line To Unveil Updated Store Design At Los Angeles Flagship Store
The updated retail space features a fresh design concept that highlights key product offerings from brand partners and new digital display integrations.
