Sacks Parente Golf Raises $732,000 in Stock Sale
The company reported that the sale proceeds from selling 366,000 shares would go toward general corporate and working capital needs. The transaction was priced on October 9 and is expected to close on or about October 10.
Life Time Annapolis Doubles Footprint as Pickleball Demand Expands
The expanded footprint of Life Time Annapolis, announced in May 2024, now covers nearly 90,000 square feet which includes 11 permanent pickleball courts, courtside social lounges, small group training, cardio and strength training equipment.
The Buckle Sees Comps Slide Again in Fiscal September
Net sales for the September fiscal month ended October 5 decreased 2.5 percent to $100.6 million from net sales of $103.1 million for the prior-year 5-week fiscal month ended September 30, 2023.
Club Pilates Signs Master Franchise Agreement for Mexico
Club Pilates, owned by Xponential Fitness, will be expanding into Mexico through a Master Franchise Agreement with Riser Fitness, a U.S.-based Club Pilates Franchise Group.
Report: Team Sports Participation Highest in Ten Years
SFIA)released its 2024 U.S. Trends in Team Sports Report breaks down data for 24 team sports by youth and young adult team participation and includes information on coaches, training and trends to watch for in 2024.
Zion Outfitter Owner Charged with Tax Evasion
The owner of Zion Outfitter, a tour guide and rental shop near the entrance to Zion National Park, is accused of evading over $1.8 million in taxes. U.S. Attorney Trina A. Higgins for the District of Utah made the announcement.
Authentic Brands Group and Saks Launch New Luxury Platform
Through its focus on innovation and global expansion, ALG aims to generate growth opportunities and create value for its strategic licensing and distribution partners, each of which bring distinctive positioning, loyal followings and significant global potential.
Costco Comps Grow 8.9 Percent in September Ex-Fuel
Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $24.62 billion for the five weeks ended October 6, an increase of 9.0 percent from $22.59 billion last year.
Peak Performance Opens First Store in London
Peak Performance opened a concept store on September 27 in London’s Covent Garden. The brand also opens its U.S. online store to consumers.
BRP Reports Departure of Board Director
Board member Estelle Métayer had tendered her resignation as a company director, effective October 9, 2024, citing personal reasons. She has served on the Board since 2014.
Grandbass Returns Under New Ownership, Retains U.S Representation
The fishing lure company has hired Pitman Creek for U.S. sales representation. Under new leadership, Grandbass said it is “fully stocked” and set to support retailers’ needs.
Silencer Central Hires Joe Kurtenbach as Media and Relationships Lead
Kurtenbach is now Silencer Central’s primary point of contact for industry and media inquiries, working directly with ambassadors, influencers, writers, publishers, and industry partners.
Rock/Creek Outfitters to Rebrand to Gearhead Outfitters
Chattanooga, TN-based Rock/Creek Outfitters announced it rebranded to Gearhead Outfitters, which it acquired in 2019.
Anderson Manufacturing Promotes Hammons to VP Sales and Marketing
Jeremy Hammons has worked for Anderson since 2012, starting as an assembly technician shortly after his service as an infantryman in the U.S. Army and, most recently, as the company’s VP of sales.
X-Vision Optics Expands Distribution Network
The manufacturer of thermal and night vision sights, scopes, binos, and monos, has partnered with Chattanooga Shooting Supplies, Inc. as a new distributor making its products more accessible to outdoor enthusiasts, hunters and tactical professionals.
