OIA Promotes Alex Boian To VP Of Government Affairs
A member of the government affairs team at OIA for more than 12 years, Boian has helped expand the group’s policy portfolio.
2XU North America Appoints President
2XU, the compression apparel specialist, appointed Brian Anderson as president of its North America subsidiary.
Dave Larson Joins Under Armour
Larson worked at Brooks from November 2003 until June 2015. His last role was SVP of product and marketing.
Topgolf Plans Alabama Location
Construction will begin on the 65,000-square-foot venue early next year, with an expected opening toward the end of 2017.
Ledlenser Crowned Title Sponsor Of Trails In Motion Festival
“The partnership with the Trails In Motion Film Festival enables us to reach a core community of trail runners,” said Ledlenser Associate Brand Manager Shannon Jidas.
Sports Afield Trophy Properties Appoints Field Manager
Deetra Tsakrios is responsible for the development of new accounts as well as helping existing brokers maximize the benefits of the SATP program.
Christy Sports Names Amer Sports GM As New CEO
Christy Sports, a specialty retailer of ski and snowboard equipment, apparel and accessories, appointed Matt Gold as its new CEO, effective February 2017.
Do Consumers Prefer Green Gyms?
Results from a recent survey found that 62.4 percent of consumers prefer to work out at a gym if it uses environmentally friendly equipment.
Dick’s Sporting Goods Opens Seattle Location
The sporting goods retailer’s 11th store in Washington and 679th nationwide will open on December 2.
Tiger Woods Returns To Tease New Nike Golf Prototype
Much of the new footwear design is based on Woods’ new swing, which shifted dominance from his left leg to his right.
Nike’s Jordan Brand Opens First European Store
Basketball’s golden boy Michael Jordan gets his first brand brick-and-mortar in Paris.
Newton Running Gets Fit With Body By Simone Deal
Newton Running is looking to tap the fitness sphere through a partnership with Simone De La Rue’s fitness studio and concept, Body By Simone.
Mizuno USA Hires Creative Director Of Global Performance Running Footwear
Working in close partnership with Todd Lewis, VP of running footwear and design – running, Indra Gunasekara, formerly at Brooks, will lead performance running footwear design globally.
U.S. Senate Approves Outdoor REC Act
The bipartisan bill, which is expected to be signed by the President, will have the federal government track and analyze the outdoor recreation economy as part of its overall economic viewpoint.
Osmo Nutrition Returns To Hydration Category With New Leader
Osmo, a sports nutrition company that was notorious for making male- and female-specific hydration formulas, will re-launch its brand and product line after closing operations in November 2015.
