New Jersey Law Makes It Easier to Cancel Gym Memberships Online
Fitness club ownership across the U.S. will have their eyes on New Jersey this year to better understand if a new state law will help or hurt operators in New Jersey.
Andy Campion Departs Nike, Heads Back to School
Nike’s managing director for strategic business ventures, Andy Campion, leaves the company, effective April 5, 2024, to help develop the UCLA Sports Leadership and Management Program at UCLA Anderson School of Management.
Augusta Sportswear Brands and Founder Sport Group to Integrate in PE Deal
Platinum Equity acquired the companies with an eye on integrating the two entities. They join Mad Engine as a part of the private equity firm’s portfolio of companies serving the active lifestyle apparel market.
Daiwa USA Doubles Capacity with New California Office and DC
With the installation of the Daiwa logo sign above the main entrance this week, the tackle manufacturer officially completed its office and warehouse move, doubling space and capacity to ship product.
Rapala Jumps Deeper into U.S. Rod and Reel Market with 13 Fishing Acquisition
Within its diverse brand portfolio, 13 Fishing offers freshwater and in-shore rods and reels and is a leader in the ice fishing market.
Camping World Adds Three Locations in Texas / Oklahoma Markets
The company is set to acquire Genuine RV, with locations in Texarkana and Nacogdoches, TX and Idabel, OK, bringing the company’s Texas location count to 13 and in Oklahoma to six.
Rip Curl Appoints General Manager for North America
New North America GM Kiki Prince joins Rip Curl from Roxy and other Boardrider brands over the years, most recently as SVP sales, apparel and footwear at Roxy.
NRF Chief Economist Sees Potential Rough Road Ahead for Retail
The National Retail Federation’s Chief Economist Jack Kleinhenz believes consumers spent more than expected amid high inflation and interest rates during 2023, but spending growth is likely to slow in 2024.
Alpha Silencer Adds New Regional Sales Director
The company hired Keith Feeley as regional sales director after building a career at Tactical Solutions developing his industry knowledge.
Microbest Inc. Appoints New Chief Operating Officer
The firearms component maker Microbest, Inc. hired Will Brown as its new chief operating officer to oversee the company’s day-to-day operations.
Finisterre Appoints President and GM for North America
UK-based surf lifestyle apparel brand appointed Chris Evans as president and general manager for North America. Most recently, he was the VP of international and sustainability at Vissla and previously held roles at Patagonia and Billabong.
Urban Outfitters Brand Gets New Leadership for North America
Shea Jensen will become president of Urban Outfitters Brand, North America, effective February 5, 2024, overseeing merchandising, marketing, digital and retail operations.
Urban Outfitters Posts Solid Holiday Sales Despite Declines at Namesake Brand Stores
Consolidated net sales for the two-month Holiday selling period ended December 31 increased 10 percent year-over-year, driving 11-month year-to-date sales up 8 percent year-over-year.
Zumiez Sees Q4 Results at Low End of Guidance After Tough Holiday
Zumiez forecasted fiscal 2023 fourth-quarter sales to be near the low end of its guidance range of $275 million to $281 million and fourth-quarter earnings per share to also be near the low end of its range of 24 cents to 34 cents.
Lipsey’s Promotes Cloessner to SVP; Hires New CFO
The firearms distributor has promoted Jason Cloessner to the position of SVP of product development and hired David Wascom, a former partner at Baton Rouge-based CPA firm Hannis T. Bourgeois, as company CFO.
