Pickleball Kingdom Appoints President and Chief Global Officer
Rob Streett was promoted from chief operating officer to president and chief global officer. He will focus on scaling the brand across multiple regions and creating a global network of pickleball centers.
Kohl’s to Close an E-Comm Fulfillment Center and 27 Stores
The stores identified for closure are underperforming and represent approximately 2.3 percent of the company’s more than 1,150 locations. The San Bernardino EFC is one of 15 EFCs and DCs in Kohl’s nationwide supply chain network.
Crunch Franchise to Open Crunch Studios in Albuquerque, Dallas and Missouri
Crunch franchisee Tony Hartl announced he would open three Crunch gyms in the Spring of 2025: Crunch Albuquerque, Crunch South Dallas, and Crunch St. Peters in Missouri.
Planet Fitness, Inc. Touts 2024 Year-End Metrics at ICR
Membership reportedly grew to approximately 19.7 million members and full year system-wide same-club sales increased by 5.0 percent as of December 31, 2024.
Macy’s Reports Flattish QTD Comps for Q4 with Upside at First 50, E-Commerce
The retailer’s First 50 locations and luxury nameplates Bloomingdale’s and Bluemercury all continue their trend of positive comparable sales. Macy’s digital channel also achieved comparable sales growth for the period.
Nordstrom , Inc. Ups Fourth Quarter Guidance on Solid Holiday Comps
Nordstrom banner net sales increased 3.7 percent and comparable sales increased 6.5 percent, while Nordstrom Rack banner net sales increased 7.4 percent and comparable sales increased 4.3 percent.
Boot Barn Sees 8.6 Percent Comp Sales Growth in Holiday Quarter
The company expects retail same-store sales growth of approximately 8.2 percent and e-commerce same-store sales growth of approximately 11.1 percent.
Lululemon Now Beating Prior Expectations for the 2024 Fourth Quarter
The high-end yoga-focused retailer expects its net revenue to grow 11 percent to 12 percent for the fourth quarter year-over-year, or 6 percent to 7 percent growth, excluding the 53rd week of 2024.
Amer Sports Sees 2024 Sales Growth and Profit Margin at High End of Guide
The company expects full-year 2024 revenue growth to be at the high end of its previous guidance range of 16 percent to 17 percent growth despite “rising headwinds related to unfavorable foreign currency exchange rate fluctuations in the fourth quarter.”
Winchester Safes Welcomes Industry Veteran as National Sales Rep
Eric Hawkins brings decades of sales and distribution experience, having worked for Don Coffey Company, the manufacturer’s rep agency for the outdoor industry since 1969.
AGB Global Vision Adds Key Account Manager to Team
Industry veteran Keith Weaver will focus on managing and strengthening key account relationships, optimizing product assortments and promotional strategies, and collaborating with the sales team to expand AGM’s dealer network.
Sierra Bullets, Barnes Bullets Partner with New Rep Agency
The company formed a new strategic partnership with H&G Outdoors, a family-owned sales rep agency in the outdoor sporting goods and shooting sports industries. Founded in 1978, H&G Outdoors has a well-established presence in the outdoor market.
Rumpl Welcomes New General Manager
Josh Simpson takes the reins from Founder Wylie Robinson, who has transitioned from the role to chairman of the board, focused on product innovation and creative brand direction.
Sightron Appoints Director of Sales
Long has spent over 27 years in the shooting sports industry. Before joining the company, Long was the national account manager with a Top 5 U.S. optics company for over 22 years.
Journeys Group Comps Jump 14 Percent in Holiday Selling Period
The company said sales trends at Journeys accelerated somewhat more than than management anticipated following a good start to the holiday season, led by strong full price selling in the weeks leading up to Christmas.
