Outdoor Market Alliance Names New Board President
Outdoor Market Alliance (OMA), Denver’s outdoor industry hub, named Steve Copeland as board president.
Target Names New Chief Marketing Officer
Target promoted Lisa Roath to chief marketing officer, overseeing core marketing functions, including creative, guest marketing strategy, retail brand experience, social media, paid media and marketing strategies, and operations.
Srixon Sports Europe Opens U.K. Headquarters; Makes Key Promotions
The European subsidiary of the Srixon group opened a U.K. headquarters about forty miles southwest of London and ten miles from its former office location.
Indiana’s Bart’s Water Sports Heads to Auction Block
Bart’s Water Sports, founded in 1972 and based in North Webster, IN, will be offered for sale at auction on September 5, 2023.
Camping World Opens Location in Oshkosh
Camping World Holdings, Inc. opened an RV dealership at 3855 S. Washburn Street in Oshkosh, WI.
Zumiez, Inc. Appoints Foot Locker, Inc. Vet to Board
Zumiez, Inc. appointed Guy M. Harkless to its Board of Directors to serve as an independent Class II director for a term expiring at the company’s 2025 annual meeting of shareholders. Harkless will also serve on Zumiez Audit Committee.
Western Glove Works Hires Denim Vet to Lead Silver Jeans, Jag Jeans
Canada-based Western Glove Works, the parent company to Silver Jeans Co. and Jag Jeans, hired Suzanne Silverstein as CEO of both companies, taking the reins from former CEO and Founder Michael Silver, who joined the newly formed advisory board of directors.
ORR Launches Hub for Growing Outdoor Workforce
The Outdoor Recreation Roundtable launched an Outdoor Workforce Hub on its website, developed with support from The VF Foundation, for employers, educators, those interested in joining the outdoor recreation industry, and those looking to expand their careers.
Smith’s Sporting Group Acquires Tanners Team Sports
Smith’s Sporting Group reported it acquired Tanners Team Sports, Inc. The two companies distribute over 1,000 products worldwide and nationally through specialty retailers and big box stores.
Fin Rage Tackle LLC Acquires Al’s Goldfish Lure Company
Fin Rage Tackle, LLC, based in Green Bay, WI, acquired Al’s Goldfish Lure Company, owned and operated by Jeff and Mandy DeBuigne since 2018.
Report: Americans Continue to See Cathartic Relief in Recreational Fishing
Following a record increase in participation in 2020, Americans continue to find enjoyment, companionship, and peace of mind on the water, according to data from the latest Recreational Boating & Fishing Foundation’s Special Report on Fishing.
Puttshack Expands East Coast Presence to Baltimore
Puttshack signed a new lease at Baltimore, MD’s Harbor East, a retail, dining, and entertainment center, the company’s first in the state, projected to open in late 2024.
Crunch Fitness Franchisee Acquires Two Locations in Dallas, TX
Crunch Franchisee CR Fitness Holdings purchased two gyms in Allen and North Richland Hills in Dallas, TX. Formerly big-box gyms operating under a different brand, Crunch will take over the gyms on August 1, joining CR Fitness’ roster of 50 gyms across Texas, Florida, Georgia, and North Carolina.
Rip Curl, Oboz Parent Reiterates NZ$1.1 Billion Sales Outlook for Fiscal Year
KMD Brands, the parent company of Rip Curl, Oboz and Kathmandu brands, reported it is on track to deliver a record A$1.1 billion in full-year sales, despite softening consumer sentiment in the fiscal fourth quarter.
TMC Ltd Names Director Business Development Europe
TMC, Ltd., owner of the Nuyarn and Herculan technologies and innovators in the performance yarn and fabric space, hired Timo Pape as director of business development in Europe.
