SGB Update

OIA Concerned About Lack Of Transparency In Zinke’s National Monument Review Report

In a letter, Amy Roberts, executive director, Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), said she was pleased that no national monument designations will be rescinded as indicated in Interior Secretary Ryan Zinke’s National Monument Review Summary Report but was concerned about the “lack of details and transparency, especially regarding the recommendation to alter some monument’s borders.”

Arc’teryx Recalls Ski Mountaineering Boots

Arc’teryx Equipment is recalling about 3,900 Arc’teryx Procline boots. The axis pin located at the rear of the boot can dislodge, resulting in damage to the boot and posing a fall hazard.

PHIT America Gets 150,000 Kids Moving

PHIT America announced that more than 150,000 elementary school children over the past 24 months have remained physically active through the PHIT America GO! Grants program.

More Parents Holding Off On Back-to-School Shopping

According to the National Retail Federation’s annual survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, the average family with children in grades K-12 had completed only 45 percent of their shopping as of early August. That’s down from a peak of 52 percent at the same time in 2013 and 48 percent last year, and the lowest level since 40 percent in 2012.

Orangetheory Names Gregg Koffler Chief Development Officer

In his new role, Koffler will be responsible for overseeing the brand’s franchise development efforts in addition to supervising the sales, real estate, design, construction and supply chain teams and processes.

Sears’ Q2 Comps Slumped 11.5 Percent

Sears Holdings reduced its net loss in the second quarter to $251 million from $395 million. Comparable store sales declined 11.5 percent.

Newell Brands Technical Apparel Announces New Sales Leader

Newell Brands Technical Apparel (NBTA), a division of Newell Brands that includes Marmot and ExOfficio, appointed Deanna Fleming as its new head of global sales and business development. She was formerly VP of marketing and sales for Harmless Harvest.

Perry Ellis Tops Guidance In Q2

Perry Ellis International Inc. reported second-quarter earnings that easily topped guidance as margins expanded and sales rose 2.5 percent. Driving the top-line growth was Perry Ellis, Original Penguin, its overall Golf Sportswear segment and Nike Swim.