Canada Goose Prepping For IPO
Reports say the Canadian outerwear company is seeking a valuation of around $2 billion.
Saucony Runner First American On NYC Marathon Podium Since 2010
Molly Huddle became the first American runner — male or female — to win a spot on the podium at this year’s New York City Marathon.
BiPro Signs New Female Athletes
BiPro, the endurance protein nutrition company operated by the Agropur Cooperative, signed pro triathletes Kirsten Kasper and Taylor Spivey to its team of athletes.
Iconix Brand’s Q3 Earnings Turn Around
The parent of Starter, Danskin, Umbro and a number of other athletic and fashion brands reported a profit in the third quarter ended September 30 against a loss a year due to fewer non-recurring charges in the latest period and a stabilization of sales across its portfolio.
Outdoor Retailer, Grassroots Agree To New Trade Show Schedule
The biggest change comes at Outdoor Retailer, which, starting in 2018, will move its Summer Market trade show to June and Winter Market to November.
Gerber Promotes Diefenderfer To VP Of Sales, Americas
Diefenderfer will oversee the Gerber sales organization in the Americas, including internal directors, managers, coordinators and the customer service team, as well as Gerber’s external sales partners.
Blizzard Tecnica Hires Ambassador To Sales Rep Role
Blizzard Tecnica hired Tyler Delumyea as its new assistant sales representative in California and Nevada, effective immediately.
RYU Apparel To Trade Units For Debt Settlement
RYU Apparel Inc. announced its intention to settle debt in the amount of $710,000 owed by the company to Marcello Leone — RYU’s CEO, president and chairman of the board — in exchange for 5.68 million units of the company.
UFC Gym, Safe Horizons Partner On Self Defense Initiative
Through these seminars, UFC Gym will provide tools to enhance men’s, women’s and children’s personal confidence by teaching free self-defense techniques and self-awareness skills.
Swedish Alpine Ski Team Adds RECCO To Uniform
Sports brand Helly Hansen has for many years integrated RECCO reflectors in all of its ski apparel. As a new partner to the Swedish alpine ski team, the members will therefore now be equipped with RECCO reflectors
Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association Adds EVP
The International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA) added Maura Regan to the trade group this month as executive vice president.
Implus Corp. Selects Archer Malmo As Agency Of Record
The parent of Sof Sole, YakTrax, TriggerPoint, Balega and a number of other active accessory brands named Archer Malmo the company’s integrated agency of record following an extensive review.
Nike Locks Down Cristiano Ronaldo In Contract Extension
Nike is putting a ring on it with worldwide soccer star Cristiano Ronaldo.
Brunswick Corp. Appoints CIO
Danielle Brown, who formerly worked at DuPont, succeeds Michael Schulz, who is retiring from Brunswick.
Smith & Wesson May Change Name To American Outdoor Brands
Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation plans to hold a special shareholder meeting to seek approval to change its corporate name from Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation to American Outdoor Brands Corporation.
