Li & Fung Looks Ahead While Macro And Retail Remain Tough
The first half of the year reflected retail and economic challenges, which resulted in a sales decline.
Rider Sandals Partners with Universal Parks & Resorts
Rider Sandals, a division of Grendene USA, entered into a multi-year sponsorship agreement with Universal Orlando Resort and Universal Studios Hollywood.

Senator Poised To Make News At Wolverine Factory
While onsite, U.S. Senator Gary Peters will address Wolverine employees and media with a special announcement.

Survey: Under Armour Surpassing Adidas In Influencing College Basketball
The anonymous poll of 110 Division I basketball coaches found that NIke continued to dominate influence among shoe companies, but a wide majority felt Under Armour now ranked second.
Spyder Surf Expo to Launch in Hermosa
The first annual Hermosa Beach Surf Expo presented by Spyder Surfboards arrived at Hermosa Beach Pier Plaza on August 20.
OIA Lobbies USTR to Expand Duty-Free Travel Goods
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) has requested to appear at a new USTR hearing on providing duty-free treatment for travel goods, including sports bags and backpacks.
Breanna Stewart Leads WNBA’s Most Popular Jersey List
The Seattle Storm star was followed by Skylar Diggins of the Dallas Wings and Elena Delle Donne of the Chicago Sky.
Hoka Adds Two Elite Distance Runners to Roster
Katja Goldring and Martin Hehir will Join its track and marathon team.
Trek Taps Amber Road to Manage Global Trade
Trek Bikes, a bicycle and cycling product manufacturer and distributor, selected Amber Road’s Trade Automation solution to lower landed costs and manage global trade.
Bill Robinson Leaves Daniel Defense
Black Creek, GA-based Daniel Defense, manufacturer of firearms and accessories, stated that Bill Robinson resigned as VP of sales.
Sig Sauer Sponsors Major League Fishing
Firearms manufacturer Sig Sauer signed on as a sponsor of Major League Fishing (MLF) made-for-television bass fishing events for the 2017 season.

Velofix Hires Ward Grootjans As VP Global Development
The company behind the world’s largest fleet of Mobile Bike Shops hired Ward Grootjans, formerly of Canyon Bicycles, as vice president of global business development.
Skechers Go Golf’s Matt Kuchar Wins Bronze in Rio
Kuchar, a Skechers Go Golf brand ambassador and elite team member, finished third in Men’s Individual Golf at the Rio Olympics.

Trending: Wearable Companies Seek School Athletics Deals
In a wearables landscape still very much dominated by Fitbit and Apple, other brands are navigating strategic partnerships with college athletic programs to get their tech in front of consumers.
Walmart to Carry Jillian Michaels Activewear
Walmart.com will release Impact by Jillian Michaels, a performance activewear collection for women, this fall.