Hornady Names General Manager of Tools Division
Jason Slinkard joins the company with over 20 years of industry experience, having worked for CCI, Hoppe’s, RCBS, Champion
JB Hodgdon Retires; Granddaughter Assumes Co-Founder’s Role on Hodgdon Powder Board
Co-Founder JB Hodgdon is fully retired. He assumed the role of Chairman Emeritus on the Hodgdon Powder Company Board effective January 1, 2025.
C&H Precision Founder Takes Controlling Interest in RuckPack
Buck Holly, CEO and founder of C&H Precision, has acquired a controlling interest in RuckPack, a healthy energy drinks and supplements company. Rob Dyer, founder of RuckPack, will remain with the company as managing partner.
Nordstrom Rack to Open Four New Stores in Florida in Fall 2025
Nordstrom, Inc. announced plans to open a Nordstrom Rack store in Estero, FL, in Fall 2025. In addition to this location, Nordstrom Rack will open new stores in Coral Springs, Melbourne and Lakeland, FL, also in fall 2025.
Amer Sports Sees Return of Former Communications and IR Chief Päivi Antola
Antola is returning to Amer Sports after leading corporate communications and investor relations from 2010 to 2018. She will join the company in April 2025 at the latest.
Leki USA Appoints National Sales Manager
Scott Park will oversee all sales operations for the brand’s summer and winter collections in the U.S., working closely with General Manager Chris O’Donoghue and Marketing Director Sven Brunso. He brings over 20 years of sales experience to the role.
Pickleball Kingdom to Open in Hendersonville, TN
The Hendersonville facility spans nearly 39,000 square feet of climate-controlled play conditions, a mezzanine, a community room, a pro shop, and amenities to enhance the player experience.
Modern America Campgrounds Acquires King Phillip’s Campground in Lake George, NY
With the acquisition of King Phillip’s, Modern America Campgrounds will expand its portfolio to 33 parks by the beginning of next season, with a reported three additional acquisitions in the pipeline.
OrthoLite Appoints Country Manager for OrthoLite Indonesia
Bo Grabowski will manage overall operations at OID, which will include leading manufacturing and business development, as well as establishing and managing relationships with brands and Tier 1 factory partners.
Xponential Fitness Promotes Kawaja, Adds Franchising Vets to Leadership Team
John Kawaja has been promoted to president of North America, Tim Weiderhoft was hired as COO of North America, and Kevin Beygi was hired as chief technology officer. Eric Simon is also slated to join as chief development officer on January 20, 2025.
Magnum Boots Inks U.S. Distribution Deal with K Brands
The company has appointed U.S. Army and industry veteran Glen Reich as executive director of K Brands, the newly formed brand management and distribution arm of Kroll Corporation, Inc.
Fiocchi Ammunition Adds Murski-Breeding Sales as Newest Rep Group
Murski-Breeding Sales (MBS) is the newest rep group for Fiocchi and Baschieri & Pellagri products, with decades of experience, strong retail relationships and a proven track record of driving sales growth.
Traditions Performance Firearms Taps Indie Sales Agency for Western U.S.
Morton and Associates, led by agency principal Josh Hughes, will represent Traditions in the western states to key retailers, distributors, and buyers while also working to expand Traditions business in this part of the country.
Target Maintains 2024 EPS Guide, Posts 2 Percent Holiday Comp, Shifts Leadership Team
Holiday sales were reportedly driven by a nearly 3 percent increase in traffic, representing gains across both stores and digital channels. During November and December combined, digital sales grew nearly 9 percent over the 2023 period.
Tagmarshal Acquires WindIQ
WindIQ technology measures hyperlocal, real-time wind speed, direction and precise hole location that will enhance Tagmarshal’s on-course optimization platform. It also increases the data available to on-course operations for optimizing strategy and pace of play management.
