HanesBrands Inc. Extends Mass Channel Apparel Partnership with Duke
The partnership renews HanesBrands’ exclusive rights to sell Duke’s fanwear in the mass retail channel for another five years.
The Curling Group Acquires Grand Slam of Curling from Sportsnet
New ownership group backed by elite international curlers to invest in growing the sport.
Huffy Looks to Expand Global Footprint with New Licensing Agent
Huffy is expanding into new product categories domestically and in key international territories in partnership with Earthbound, a product design, licensing and brand growth company.
NRF: Despite Baltimore Port Shutdown, Import Cargo Expected to Hit 2M Containers
The Baltimore bridge accident will likely shift container imports and exports to New York/New Jersey, Virginia and other surrounding ports until a shipping channel is cleared, perhaps as soon as within a couple of months.
Giordana Cycling Opens Pop-Up Shop in Boulder
The Italian-made cycling apparel brand will showcase bestsellers and the latest new releases in a storefront while participating in local events from April to June, 2024.
Garmin Ltd. Transitions General Counsel Role as Andrew Etkind Retires
The company’s Associate General Counsel and Assistant Secretary Josh Maxfield will assume the role of VP, general counsel and assistant secretary. Etkind will continue to serve as vice president and secretary for Garmin Ltd.
Early Rider Appoints U.S. PR Pro as President
The UK-based company said that James Beechinor-Collins aims to accelerate Early Rider’s U.S. growth, develop new markets for Velio and expand partnerships with retailers and marketplaces in his new role.
Pickleball Kingdom Signs Multi-State Deal in Nebraska, Iowa and Missouri
The new franchise locations will offer indoor courts with advanced technology, ensuring optimal playing conditions.
Imperial Hires Director of Marketing
Jerry Biag fills the newly-created role as director of marketing. He joins Imperial with over 20 years of sales and marketing experience.
Kempersports Hires Industry Vet as VP New Business Development
The golf, sports, entertainment and hospitality company headquartered in Chicago, reported that golf industry veteran Alex Goodman will join the company as senior vice president of new business development.
Allbirds, Inc. Receives Nasdaq Non-Compliance Notice on Closing Bid Price
Allbirds is no longer in compliance with Nasdaq’s Listing Rule 5450(a)(1) because the closing bid price of its Class A common stock has fallen below $1.00 per share for 30 consecutive days.
Watchtower Firearms Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
Graham Kohlmeyer will play a crucial role as COO, driving the execution of Watchtower Firearms’ strategic roadmap in his new position.
NSSF Board of Governors Adds Member
Derek Sevcik is executive vice president, group publisher and operations, at Outdoor Sportsman Group. Before his current role, Sevcik was senior vice president of finance and publishing at OSG.
Sportsshoes.com Appoints First Partnerships Coordinator
Georgia Malir will manage run and fitness community partnerships. She joins the company from Saucony, where she was a technical rep.
Stan’s Appoints Bike Industry Vet as Director of Global Marketing
The performance cycling products brand appointed Jeff Lockwood as director of global marketing. Lockwood arrived at Stan’s after a seven-year stretch as international marketing manager for Ritchey in Belgium.
