Wolverine Worldwide Transitions International Business to Brand Chiefs
The move will result in the elimination of the International Group president role, which has been held by Isabel Soriano since June 2021. The company and Soriano have agreed that her employment would end on March 3, 2026.
Nemo Bolsters Sales Representation in Eastern Canada
Escala Sales & Marketing’s represents outdoor brands to specialty retailers in Eastern Canada, including Patagonia, JetBoil and Sea to Summit.
Lacrosse Unlimited Expands Nationwide Footprint
The newly added stores in Illinois, Georgia, Colorado, and Florida represent the emergence of the sport in these markets and Lacrosse Unlimited’s support to grow the sport in each demographic.
Black Diamond Equipment Opens New Seattle Flagship Store
The Black Diamond flagship store offers the entire BD assortment of merchandise, including technical climbing gear and backcountry ski equipment to performance apparel and accessories, partnering with local ski shops Evo and Cripple Creek Backcountry for gear maintenance services.
Traeger Sees Weak Q4 Accessories Sales Cut into DD Growth in Grills and Pellets
Accessories revenues decreased 24.1 percent to $60.0 million, primarily driven by lower sales of Meater smart thermometers, partially offset by higher sales of Traeger-branded accessories. Grill revenues increased by 30.2 percent.
Genesco Posts Double-Digit Q4 Comp Gain on E-Commerce Boost
A 1 percent net sales increase for the quarter reflects a 10 percent increase in comparable sales, including an 18 percent increase in e-commerce comparable sales and a 6 percent increase in same-store sales.
American Outdoor Brands Swings to Fiscal Q3 Profit as Sales Come in Ahead of Plan
Traditional channel net sales increased 9.6 percent, E-Commerce channel net sales grew 9.5 percent, and Domestic channel net sales were up 10.1 percent in the fiscal third quarter ended January 31.
TruGolf Links Signs Franchise Development Deal
As Regional Developer for TruGolf Links, Knoxville, TN native John Young will lead a statewide expansion of the company’s indoor golf concept, starting with the first flagship location in Knoxville.
Clarus Corp. Sees Margins Surge in Q4 But Charges Wreck Bottom Line
The Black Diamond-dominated Outdoor segment posted sales of $51.1 million in Q4, compared to $50.1 million in the year-ago quarter. Adventure segment sales decreased 22.9 percent to $20.3 million, compared to $26.4 million in the year-ago quarter.
Crunch Fitness is Coming to Pensacola, Florida
The 40,000-square-foot fitness facility, will open its doors in Fall 2025, operated by Crunch Fitness franchisee Fitness Ventures LLC,
Head NA Names Bardsley as Next CEO; Kempin Sets July Retirement
The company has named Jeff Bardsley as the next president and CEO of Head North America. The current VP of Racquet Sports marketing for North America, will replace longtime CEO Kevin Kempin, who will retire July 1 after 32 years with the company.
Academy Appoints EVP & Chief Information Officer
Sumit Anand joined Academy this month and reports directly to CEO Steve Lawrence. Anand oversees enterprise technology operations, including cybersecurity, IT infrastructure and operations, and IT shared services, supporting the company’s corporate, distribution center and retail initiatives.
PickleRage Accelerates Growth with Nine New Franchise Agreements
With this latest round of franchise agreements, the company is debuting in North Carolina, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, and Texas, further expanding its national presence.
Delta Waterfowl Names New Senior Director of Industry Partnerships
Chris Williams began working for Delta Waterfowl in 2010 as the organization’s regional events director for the Atlantic Flyway. The organization previously promoted him as director of events for the Atlantic Team.
Target Lays Out Strategic Plans to Drive $15 Billion+ in Sales Growth by 2030
This week, the retailer outlined for the financial community how ongoing investments will accelerate its strategy and drive billions of dollars of profitable sales growth across its multi-channel business by 2030.
