Lululemon Athletica’s Creative Director Resigns
Lululemon Athletica Inc. said that Lee Holman, executive vice president and creative director, has resigned for personal reasons. Holman will remain with the company until December 31, 2017.
Amazon Discounts Third-Party Sellers Products
Amazon.com has begun lowering prices on goods sold by third-parties on its site with the additional savings marked by tag that reads “Discount provided by Amazon.”
Safilo Group’s Earnings Slide In Q3
Safilo Group, the parent of Smith, reported adjusted EBITDA declined 19.6 percent in the third quarter.
NHL And Fanatics Launch “Breakaway” Fan Jersey
The NHL and Fanatics launched a full 31-team assortment of the League’s new official fan jersey, the “Breakaway.” This launch coincided with the launch of the League’s new Canadian-based e-commerce platform, NHLShop.CA.
CODI’s Q3 Cash Flow Expands
Compass Diversified Holdings (CODI), the parent of Liberty Safe, Crossman and 5:11, said its cash flow grew to $26.2 million as compared to $22.6 million for the prior year’s comparable quarter. Cash Flow for the third quarter of 2017 reflects year-over-year earnings growth in the company’s Advanced Circuits, Arnold Magnetic and Clean Earth businesses, offset by declines at the company’s other businesses.
Dick’s Sets 2017 Holiday Game Plan
Dick’s Sporting Goods’ holiday plans include extended store hours on Thanksgiving; Black Friday savings beginning on Sunday, November 19; exclusive styles from Adidas and the Bowflex M5; and free shipping on online orders.
Academy Sports Surprises Vet At Concord, NC Store
Academy Sports + Outdoors partnered with the Carolina Panthers to surprise a local veteran and his daughter with a $300 shopping spree to shop for Panthers products with Panthers lineman Damiere Byrd, Sir Purr, and cheerleaders at its location in Concord, NC.
New Balance Sued By Manchester United Star
New Balance said it plans to “vigorously defend itself” against a lawsuit from Manchester United’s Marouane Fellaini charging its boots injured his feet.
Nike Re-Signs Giannis Antetokounmpo
Nike has signed Giannis Antetokounmpo to a “long-term partnership,” according to tweet from the Milwaukee Buck’s star player.
Power Plate Opens Pop-Up In Chicago
Power Plate, the manufacturer of vibration training products, opened a new pop-up experience to be located at the newly renovated 900 North Michigan Shops in Chicago.
Burton Unveils U.S. Snowboard Team Uniforms
With less than 100 days until the opening ceremony of the upcoming Olympic Winter Games, Burton Snowboards officially unveiled the 2018 Olympic uniforms to be worn by the U.S. Snowboard Team.
Outside’s Best Places to Work 2017 Arrives
Peak Design, SportRx, Nuun, Powder7, Eagle Creek, SlideBelts, Toad and Co. and DryCase each earned a spot on Outside magazine’s Best Places to Work 2017.
Zappos Launches Curated Sneaker-Shopping Experience
Zappos.com has launched The_ONES, a new retail concept celebrating the classics, starting with classic sneakers. It encompasses a new online hub (FindTheOnes.com), shoppable Instagram (@The_ONES), and limited-time “pop-ins” in premium boutiques.
OIA Responds to Formation Of Outdoor Recreation Advisory Committee
OIA wrote, “We believe the best way to invest in, expand access to and improve infrastructure on our nation’s public lands is through the protection of those public lands, including keeping our national monuments intact.”
BOBS from Skechers Roving Rescue Bus Arrives In New York City
BOBS from Skechers has partnered with national animal welfare organization Best Friends Animal Society to transport 25 adoptable dogs from Houston to rescue groups along the East Coast.
