NRF Promotes Adam Lukoskie to Senior VP
The National Retail Federation promoted Adam Lukoskie, executive director of the NRF Foundation, to also serve as senior vice president of NRF.
The UK Gets a New Surf Shop in Cornwall
UK-based 10 Over Surf Shop is celebrating the grand opening of its concept store in Lantegue Studios in Cornwall, a peninsula to the southwest of Wales in the United Kingdom.
NBDA Appoints Andrew Feenstra First Vice Chair of Board of Directors
The National Bicycle Dealers Association (NBDA) appointed Andrew Feenstra, owner of Cyclesmith Halifax, as the first vice chair of the NBDA Board of Directors.
Goodyear Taps Into Look & Corima USA Network for U.S. Bike Tire Distribution
Look & Corima USA signed a new U.S. partnership agreement with Goodyear Bicycle Tires to distribute tires and related products in the United States.
Anechoic Names Regional Sales Director for TALO Territory
Brice Gallasso is reportedly a “distinguished law enforcement professional with over 14 years of experience and numerous instructor-level accreditations, making him a valuable addition to the Anechoic team.”
Fanatics Inks Retail and Merchandise Partnership with Laver Cup
Fanatics will create and manufacture merchandise for the Laver Cup, working closely with event organizers, which will be sold during the seventh edition of the Laver Cup played in Berlin, Germany, from September 20-22.
Robert E. Griffin, Former CEO and Chair of Escalade, Inc. Passes Away
During Griffin’s steady and visionary leadership, the company grew its sporting goods business from sales of $800,000 in 1962 to sales of $155,000,000 in 2015,
Brixton Taps Former Levi’s, Hurley and Quiksilver Exec as New CEO
Seth Ellison, a 40-plus-year industry veteran of the lifestyle apparel and action sports categories, takes the helm as CEO of the omni-channel lifestyle brand headquartered in Oceanside, CA.
Boston Pickle Club to Officially Open in Boston’s Hyde Park
The facility opened at the end of February and will hold an official opening on April 27, sponsored by Skechers and Joola
Fan Outfitters to Continue National Retail Expansion in 2024
A new Lids Sports Group business, Fan Outfiitters’ stores aim to support the sports fan with local team products
Sportsman’s Warehouse Cuts Board Size to Six Members
Board members Erica Fortune, Gregory P. Hickey and Philip C. Williamson have reportedly notified the Board of Directors of their intent to resign as Board members prior to the company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
Kempersports Appoints Golf Industry Veteran as VP of Operations
Ryan Phelps brings two decades of experience working in golf management. He began his career in the golf industry as a PGA pro and general manager on Long Island and Cape Cod.
Axil Brands Partners with Beretta Subsidiary for EU Expansion
The hearing protection and enhancement products company said the Agreement presents a unique opportunity for Axil to expand its EU presence in partnership with a “highly prestigious brand” within the hunting, sporting and defense community.
The Good Feet Store Appoints Chief Medical Officer
Dr. Mehta is a board-certified orthopedic surgeon with over a decade of experience, having received her training at Columbia University and the Keck School of Medicine at the University of Southern California.
Olin Corp. and Winchester Ammo Team Meets with U.S. Legislators in D.C.
More than 40 members of Congress and leadership from the shooting sports and hunting industry were in attendance to discuss important topics.
