Lands’ End Names CFO
Lands’ End, Inc. announced that Bernard McCracken, the company’s interim CFO since January 2023 and chief accounting officer since April 2014, was named chief financial officer.
Pvolve Opens Second Franchise Studio
The newly opened Pvolve location in Carlsbad, CA builds on the company’s pipeline of franchise locations coming to market. The new studio is owned and operated by local husband-and-wife, Kristin and Jeff Springborn.
Pure Hockey To Open Second Store in Virginia
The new store is scheduled to open in Springfield, VA, with a grand opening event scheduled for October 14..
Dick’s Sporting Goods Appoints BJ’s Chairman to Board of Directors
New director Bob Eddy has served as president and CEO of BJ’s since April 2021. He was appointed chairman in June 2023 and has served on the company’s Board of Directors since 2021. Dick’s Sporting Goods Board expanded to 12 directors.
Fjällräven Opens First Retail Store in Montana
Fjällräven expanded its global retail footprint with a new brand store in Bozeman, MT, its first in the state, that opened on September 2.
Asics Corp. Appoints New Chairman & CEO and New President & COO
The Asics Corporation Board of Directors appointed a new president and reappointed other current top executives to posts other than their current roles.
Westminster College Partners with Nike/BSN Sports
Westminster College, based in New Wilmington, PA, established a product supply agreement with Nike and BSN Sports.
Lectric Recalls Electric Bike Company’s Mechanical Brakes
Lectric eBikes is contacting consumers about the mechanical disk brake calipers which could cause riders to lose control and lead to injury, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission.
Foot Locker’s Debt Ratings Lowered by S&P
S&P Global Ratings downgraded the debt ratings of Foot Locker, Inc. following the sneaker giant’s report of weaker-than-expected second-quarter earnings amid elevated promotional activity and weak consumer demand.
Golden Goose Sales Increased 21 Percent in First Half
Golden Goose reported sales of €276.4 million ($295 mm) in the first half, up 21 percent year-over-year. The Italian sneaker maker’s sales were up 65 percent over the first half of 2021.
POC Appoints Cycling Industry Vet as New CEO
POC, based in Sweden, has appointed Derek Bouchard-Hall as CEO. Before joining the helmets, eyewear, protection, and apparel manufacturer, Bouchard-Hall was CEO of Assos, president and CEO of USA Cycling and the director of International at Wiggle.
Planet Fitness CEO Departs
Planet Fitness, Inc. said its Board of Directors transitioned to new leadership, resulting in Chris Rondeau’s departure as company CEO. Craig R. Benson, a Board member, was appointed interim CEO, effective immediately.
The James Brand Appoints Director of Marketing and Sales
Dustin Aron will manage strategy and implementation to increase consumer awareness and engagement, execute expanded wholesale & retail objectives with the global sales team, and support the overall growth strategy of the brand.
Life Time Opens 22 Pickleball Courts at Life Time Kingwood in Texas
Life Time currently operates nearly 600 permanent pickleball courts across its network of athletic country clubs in North America.
SRAM Makes Two Key VP Appointments
Chicago-based bicycle parts manufacturer SRAM promoted Lisa Peppel from quality engineering manager to VP of quality, replacing Otis Hayes, who has led the department since 2016. SRAM also promoted Joe Chung to VP of its IT department.
