Spotify Adds Nike Exec Heidi O’Neill To Board
Spotify has added Heidi O’Neill, Nike’s president of direct-to-consumer business, to its board of directors.
Vista Outdoor Names Christopher T. Metz As CEO
Metz was most recently the president and CEO of Arctic Cat from 2014 to 2017.
Big 5 Amends Credit Agreement
The amendment extended the maturity date of the credit agreement from December 19, 2018 to September 29, 2022.
Confluence Outdoor Appoints Director Of National Accounts
Confluence Outdoor named Courtney Moore director of national accounts, where he’ll oversee Confluence Outdoor’s retail chain business.
Vasque Supports San Juan Mountain Guides
Vasque, the outdoor footwear specialist, announced a partnership with Colorado-based San Juan Mountain Guides.
Sportfishing Industry Association President and CEO To Retire
After decades of dedicated service both on Capitol Hill advocating for fisheries resource conservation and management and as the leader for the recreational fishing industry’s trade association, the American Sportfishing Association’s (ASA) President and CEO, Mike Nussman, has announced that he will retire as of March 31, 2018.
TYR Sport Sponsors Swim Series
TYR Sport announced its position as the new title sponsor of the 2018 TYR Pro Swim Series that will span six competitions throughout the year.
NRA Urges New Rules For Gun ‘Bump-Stocks’
The National Rifle Association on Thursday called for “additional regulations” on bump-stocks, a rapid fire device used by the Las Vegas massacre gunman.
Adidas Originals Celebrates Chicago With Wicker Park Flagship Store Opening
Located in the heart of Chicago’s Wicker Park neighborhood, the 4,966 square foot space is designed to generate a localized, community-centric experience that pays homage to the pulse of the city’s streets.
Hilco Vision Appoints Digital Marketing Strategist
Hilco Vision, the provider of eyewear and eye care products, hired Dan Brown as its new digital marketing strategist responsible for its consumer brands: Croakies, Jonathan Paul Eyewear and Leader Swim.
Skechers Athlete Brooke Henderson Wins New Zealand Women’s Open
Skechers Performance, a division of Skechers USA, Inc., celebrated golf pro Brooke Henderson‘s win at the New Zealand Women’s Open.
Foot Locker Partners With Fred Jordan For 29th Year
Fred Jordan Missions and Foot Locker are continuing their partnership to provide nearly 5,000 underprivileged children with new shoes and socks in Los Angeles.
Hibbett Announces Auburn Tigers Football Sponsorship Through 2019
Hibbett Sports announced a three-year sponsorship deal with the Auburn Tigers Football program that will run through the 2019 season, including a fully integrated partnership with the Tiger Walk.
UFC Announces New Partnership With Bodyarmor
UFC, the world’s premier mixed martial arts organization, announced a multi-year partnership with Bodyarmor Sports Drink, establishing the isotonic brand as the first-ever “Official Sports Drink” of UFC.
Spy Recalibrates Leadership Team
Charlie Ninegar, Curtis Ellis and John Gilson will assume new roles tailored to their individual skill sets.
