Eisbär Partners With Fischer Skis U.S. For American Distribution
Fischer Skis US LLC stated it will assume distributorship of fellow Austrian brand Eisbär, the headwear manufacturer.
Keen Names General Manager Of Outdoor, Lifestyle And Kids
Most recently, Erik Burbank served as chief marketing officer at Helly Hansen.
Bass Pro Completes Cabela’s Merger
According to a statement, the combined company is “poised to provide customers with unmatched offerings spanning premier destination retail, outdoor equipment manufacturing, world-class resort destinations and more with a strong commitment to advancing conservation initiatives.”
Sweaty Betty Partners With Movemeant Foundation
Movemeant Foundation, a nationally recognized non-profit organization, and Sweaty Betty, London’s leading activewear brand, are bringing the country’s largest body-positive fundraising events, ‘Dare To Bare’, to New York City on October 1.
Mission Secures Naming Rights To UConn Heat Lab
UConn’s Korey Stringer Institute and Mission have teamed up to open one of the nation’s premiere academic heat research labs at the University of Connecticut’s main campus in Storrs, CT.
Wilson Factory Fined By OSHA
Wilson Sporting Goods is facing federal fines of more than $65,000 for workplace safety violations at its Ada, OH factory that makes the National Football League’s footballs.
AlixPartners Sees Healthy Holiday Gains
AlixPartners released its forecast for US retail sales for the upcoming holiday season. The forecast anticipates an increase in sales revenue for retailers for the November-through-January period of 3.5 percent to 4.4 percent, compared with 2016 holiday-season sales.
Adidas Extends Partnership With Kansas
Adidas and the University of Kansas announced the extension of their partnership through 2031.
HanesBrands Appoints Chief Financial Officer
HanesBrands appointed Barry A. Hytinen as chief financial officer effective Oct. 16, 2017.
Dick’s Sets Grand Openings For Four New Stores
Stores will open in Lincoln, NE, Camp Hill, PA and Fayetteville, NC.
Acushnet’s Wally Uihlein To Retire
Wally Uihlein, president and chief executive officer of Acushnet Holdings, the parent of Titleist, plans to retire, effective January 1, 2018. David Maher, Acushnet’s current chief operating officer, will succeed him.
SIA Hires New Research Manager
Snowsports Industries America welcomed Ryan Coombs to the organization in the newly created role of research manager.
Finish Line’s Earnings Tumble In Q2
The Finish Line reported earnings tumbled 87.1 percent in its second quarter ended August 26 to $2.8 million, or 8 cents a share, as sales declined 3.3 percent. Results were in line with an update provided on August 28.
Pro-Tec Signs Brighton Zeuner
Pro-Tec, the action sports protective gear brand founded in 1973, welcomed young phenom, and X-Games Park Gold medalist, Brighton Zeuner to its endorsement team.
Seirus Hires GGI Agency For Colorado
Seirus Innovation, the maker of cold weather accessories, hired GGI Agency for the Colorado territory.
