National Golf Foundation Promotes Nathan To President/COO
The National Golf Foundation promoted Greg Nathan to president and chief operating officer. Joe Beditz, president and CEO since 1989, will remain CEO, working closely with Nathan.
Alibaba Resets Leadership Structure
Alibaba is replacing Daniel Zhang as chairman and CEO. Joseph Tsai, executive vice chairman and a co-founder, will become chairman while Eddie Wu, chairman of e-commerce at Alibaba’s Taobao and Tmall businesses and co-founder, will take over as CEO.
Christy Sports Opens Re-Branded Big Sky Location
Christy Sports opened its newly rebranded store in Big Sky, MT, previously Grizzly Outfitters. The store is now Christy Sports Big Sky Town Center and marks Big Sky, Montana’s second Christy Sports location.
Ross Stores Sets Long-Term CEO Succession Plan
Ross Stores, Inc.’s Board of Directors approved a new employment agreement with Barbara Rentler, vice chair and chief executive officer, extending through March 31, 2027. The new agreement allows Rentler to continue as CEO through January 31, 2026. By that date, the Board expects to have selected her successor.
Bonobos Founder Re-Joins Brand In Advisory Role With New Owner
Andy Dunn, the founder of Bonobos, will join WHP Global in an advisory role for the newly acquired Bonobos brand. WHP acquired the brand from Walmart in mid-April.
Mountain Khakis Appoints Sales Group For Eastern Canada
Mountain Khakis hired the The Outside Group to represent the brand in Eastern Canada. The Outside Group was founded in 1999 by principal Ron Barr and also includes Daniela Michaud and Rob Dunlop who operate through the group’s showroom and offices in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.
Fanatics And Pittsburgh Pirates Open New Clubhouse Store
The Pittsburgh Pirates, in partnership with Fanatics, officially opened the doors to a new retail experience at PNC Park. The new Pirates Clubhouse Store is a single level retail space that is more than double the size of the previous location.
Winchester Parent Reduces Adjusted EBITDA Outlook On Epoxy Plant Turnaround Delays
Olin Corp., the parent company of Winchester Ammunition, updated its outlook for the second quarter of 2023 as plant turnaround costs related to its epoxy business and deteriorating market conditions led the company to reduce its Adjusted EBITDA forecast.
TRX Taps Former Nike Product Innovator As SVP Of Engineering
TRX, the manufacturer of functional training products and training content, added former Nike innovator Matt Browne to its executive team as SVP of engineering, reporting to TRX CEO Jack Daly
Puttshack To Open Location In Ohio
Puttshack continues to expand, signing a new lease agreement at The Galaxy at Polaris in Columbus, its first location in Ohio, with a tentative opening date in late 2024.
Study: Golfers Are More Satisfied With Custom Fitting Experience, Game Improvement
In the post-pandemic golf world that has seen a surge in participation and newcomers to the game, custom fitting of golf clubs continues to gain in popularity as a new study shows that golfers are highly satisfied with their fitting experience.
Amer Sports’ Debt Ratings Upgraded By S&P
S&P Global Ratings upgraded the debt ratings of Amer Sports Holding Oy due to the company’s robust operating performance, thanks to a strong performance in China, the continuous acceleration of the Arc’teryx brand, and positive momentum in its footwear division driven by the Salomon brand. Amer’s sales grew 30.3 percent in 2022.
Fanatics Partners With LaLiga On Omnichannel Retail And Manufacturing Partnership
European football league LaLiga launched its first online retail shop with Fanatics as part of a wide-ranging omnichannel retail and manufacturing partnership.
Reebok Enters Into Smart Eyewear Licencing Agreement
Innovative Eyewear, Inc. announced that through an agreement with Authentic Brands Group, it had licensed the Reebok brand for smart eyewear.
Life Time’s New York City Expansion Continues With Indoor Pickleball And Athletic Club
Life Time reported it entered into a lease agreement with Vornado Realty Trust to occupy more than 53,000 square feet on the first three floors of the Penn 1 building adjacent to Madison Square Garden in New York City, featuring indoor pickleball and an athletic club.
