Bermuda Sands Hires Sales Representative
Shelia Bishop will be the first exclusive sales representative for the performance apparel manufacturer.
Skechers Performance Extends Partnership With LA Marathon
“We are proud to remain the title sponsor of the Los Angeles Marathon, especially since it is our local race and held in this incredible city, where we started Skechers back in 1992,” said Michael Greenberg, president, Skechers USA Inc.
Native Shoes Appoints President
Kyle Housman is a recent veteran of Lululemon’s international executive team.
Nearly Half Of Today’s High School Athletes Specialize In One Sport
A new study presented at the 2017 Annual Meeting of the American Academy of Orthopaedic Surgeons (AAOS), found that 45 percent of high school athletes specialize in just one sport, two years earlier than current collegiate and professional athletes say they did.
DSW’s Q4 Profits Jump
DSW Inc. reported fourth-quarter earnings grew 40.4 percent on an adjusted basis as improved margins and expense controls offset a 7 percent drop in same-store sales.
TIA To Present Tennis Industry Innovation Challenge
During the 60-minute Innovation Challenge competition, six companies will present their innovative tennis product or service to a panel of judges and an audience of tennis industry leaders and facility owners and managers.
Moody’s: U.S. Apparel And Footwear Companies Remain Challenged
“Without Nike, which accounts for almost half of Moody’s-rated US apparel and footwear industry operating profit, growth would be flat this year,” said Moody’s Assistant Vice President, Mike Zuccaro.
Red Paddle Adds Sales Partnerships In North America
Red Paddle Co, the maker of inflatable stand up paddleboards, announced eight new partnerships with sales groups to address its rapid growth in product demand across the U.S.
GU Welcomes New Athletes To GU Crew
GU Energy Labs announced 13 new athletes to the GU Crew in the run, bike, triathlon, field and ski categories. These new additions round out a diverse group of athletes including triathletes Mirinda Carfrae, Rob Krar, climber and mountaineer Steve House, and adventure cyclist Rebecca Rusch.
Gander Mountain Expects To Quickly Name Stalking Horse Bidder
According to an affidavit from Tim Becker, chief restructuring officer, “The debtors need to move quickly to preserve and maximize the value for the benefit of their creditors.”
Outdoor Retailer Expands Paddlesports Initiatives For Summer Market 2017
In addition to the Open Air Demo returning to Jordanelle, there will be new clinics, education programs and networking sessions available to help drive consumer engagement and sales.
Gordmans Stores Plans To Liquidate In Bankruptcy Proceedings
Gordmans, the Midwest-discounter with 106 stores in 22 states, filed for bankruptcy protection and plans to liquidate.
Puma Signs South African Soccer Phenom
Puma signed Percy Tau, the South African professional footballer who plays as a midfielder for Mamelodi Sundowns in the Premier Soccer League, to an endorsement deal. The 22-year-old will be playing playing on Puma’s evoSpeed SL line of boots. “I was attracted to the PUMA brand when they were awarded the sponsorship for Sundowns. I […]
Vasque To Sponsor Swiss Alps Trail Running Retreat for Women
Vasque signed on as the footwear sponsor of this July’s Swiss Alps Trail Running Retreat for Women, presented by Run Wild Retreats + Wellness. Vasque will support its athlete and retreat leader Krissy Moehl and provide new trail-running footwear to all retreat attendees. Run Wild Retreats + Wellness provides women’s running and wellness retreats in […]
Tilly’s Q4 Profits Skyrocket
The action sports retailer reported earnings rose 117.2 percent due to a sharp reduction in operating expenses.
