Countrywide Sports Appoints Chris Means as President
Means has 37 years of experience in the shooting sports industry with expertise in purchasing, sales management and P&L responsibility. Most recently, he was the President of Tactical Gear Distributors and also served as chairman of NASGW through 2023.
Pickleball Kingdom to Open in Philadelphia
Pickleball Kingdom announced it will open its latest club in Philadelphia. The search for the first location is focused on Montgomery County.
Obviouslee Grows Outdoor Strategy Team
National marketing agency taps industry veteran Joe Jackson, promotes Andrew Piasecki to co-lead its outdoor team.
Decathlon Claims First to Market with Apple Vision Pro App
Decathlon said the app was reimagined for Apple Vision Pro to enable customers to discover its latest outdoor and cycling product innovations and shop for their favorite sporting goods.
Gap Inc. Taps Zac Posen as Creative Director
American fashion designer Zac Posen was named EVP, creative director of Gap, Inc. and the chief creative officer of Old Navy, headquartered in San Francisco, CA.
Spanx Appoints New CEO and Executive Chair
The company’s Board of Directors appointed Caroline (Cricket) Whitton as CEO and Jeanne Jackson as executive chair.
Alterra Mountain Company to Acquire A-Basin
Alan Henceroth, A-Basin’s COO, who has worked for A-Basin for 36 years, will continue to lead the resort, overseeing daily operations and future capital improvement plans, which include expanding parking and snowmaking.
Sea to Summit Acquires its Nordic Distributor
Cirdan has been “instrumental in distributing Sea to Summit outdoor equipment on the sport and outdoor markets for almost 20 years.”
Thor Industries Names New Member to Board
Jeff Lorenger is the president, CEO and chairman of the Board for HNI Corp., a manufacturer of workplace furnishings and residential building products. He has served as president and CEO since June 2018.
Puma to Supply Uniforms to Egypt to compete in Paris Olympics
The brand has a history in Egypt with long-term partnerships, including those with the Egyptian Football Association, the Egyptian Handball Federation and other teams and athletes.
Imperial Headwear Names Key Sales Award Winners for 2023
The company awarded Salesperson of the Year to Alan Hyman last week at the 2024 PGA Show, and honored Jim Maitland, sales representative for South Florida, with the 2023 Customer Service Award.
Solo Brands Fills Two Senior Leadership Roles
Laura Coffey was named CFO and Michael McGoohan was appointed to the newly created position of EVP and chief growth officer, both effective immediately.
Jackson Hole Mountain Resort Sold to Local Investors
Jay Kemmerer, who has served as the chairman of JHMR for 32 years, will remain on the Board, along with the new owners, Jackson Hole investors and current JHMR Board members Mike Corbat and Eric Macy.
Sage Fly Fishing Founder Don Green Passes Away at 96 Years Young
As a pioneer in the world of fly-fishing, Don Green was not just an expert angler; he was a true innovator, pushing the boundaries of tradition and bringing the joy of fly-fishing to countless.
NSSF-Adjusted NICS Background Checks Decline Year-Over-Year
January 2024 marks the 54th month in a row that has exceeded one million adjusted background checks in a single month.
