SGB Update

A Netflix For Yogis?

International yoga teacher Kino MacGregor and multi-sport inspirational speaker Kerri Verna unveiled what they are calling the world’s first independent YogaTV channel.

Top Of The World And J. America Form One Company

The planned merger is scheduled to close by the end of January. The combined business will include four distribution facilities across Oklahoma and Michigan, a design center in Columbus, Ohio, a sales office in North Carolina, and a Hong Kong-based sourcing office.

A. Uberti U.S. Importer Changes Name To Uberti USA

The name change is to clarify for American gun buyers the distinction between Uberti products sold by the company from other Uberti-made firearms marketed in the United States by competing brands.

Luxottica And Essilor Confirm Merger Details

Based on a preliminary analysis, the combined group is expected to progressively generate revenue and cost synergies ranging from €400 million to €600 million in the medium term.

Newton Running Unveils Massive 2017 Ambassador Team

The group was culled from more than 860 applications and sits at nearly 100 people, comprising athletes, students, new runners, elite age groups, teachers, coaches, professionals, mothers, fathers, philanthropists and more.

Ugg Collaborates With 3.1 Phillip Lim

Ugg for Men, a division of Deckers Brands, will launch a limited edition fall 2017 collaboration with designer Phillip Lim as part of his 3.1 Phillip Lim line.

Rocky Brands Announces CFO Transition

Mike Staude, vice president of finance, has been appointed interim chief financial officer following the resignation of James E. McDonald as executive vice president and chief financial officer of the company.

Epoch Lacrosse Partners With Indiana University

Epoch Lacrosse will be outfitting the Indiana University Men’s lacrosse team with its Integra Protective line of gloves, arm pads and shoulder pads for the 2017 season.

Rocky Brands Receives U.S. Military Boot Orders

The “Hot Weather” boot contract is for one year and is for approximately $8.4 million. The “Temperate Weather” boot contract is for three years and is for approximately $30 million.