Bass Pro Shops to Open 20th Texas Store
The 100,000-square-foot Bass Pro Shops location in College Station will be situated along State Highway 6, just north of the intersection of William D. Fitch Parkway and adjacent to the future South College Station baseball and softball complex.
Luxury Sneaker and Streetwear Boutique Wish Atlanta to Close
Wish Atlanta, a luxury sneaker and streetwear boutique in the Little Five Points neighborhood of Atlanta, plans to close at end of the year after 22 years in operation.
Urban Outfitters’ Sales Jump 10 Percent, Led by Free People
Urban Outfitters Inc. reported sales climbed 10.4 percent in the second quarter to $1.66 billion. Comparable Retail segment net sales increased 10.0 percent at FP (Free People) Group, 8.4 percent at Urban Outfitters and 3.0 percent at Anthropologie.
Tailwind Nutrition Announces New Distributor for the UK and Ireland
Tailwind Nutrition announced a new partnership with UNNU for distribution throughout the United Kingdom and Ireland. The Bristol-based distributor is expected to help Tailwind double the number of retail partners across the UK and Ireland, with a strong focus on running, outdoor and cycling specialty, as well as online.
The Buckle Sees Board Member Resign
The Buckle, Inc. reported that Angie J. Klein has tendered her resignation from the company’s board of directors, effective August 30, due to obligations related to her new professional role. Klein has served as a director for the company since December 2019.
Nike, Inc. Names Walmart International, Diageo plc Veteran to Lead Marketplace
As chief commercial officer (CCO), Jane Ewing is expected to lead the company’s global Marketplace organization, including sales and Nike Direct. Her direct reports will include VP of Global Sales Erica Bullard, VP of Nike Direct Shannon Glass and VP of Geo & Marketplace Analytics Gail Cornelius.
Malibu Boats Sees Big Jump in Q4 Profit as Sales Surge on Saxdor Acquisition
The increase in net sales was said to be driven primarily by $61.2 million of revenue from the acquired Saxdor segment, increased unit volumes in the Cobalt and Saltwater segments, a favorable model mix across all three existing segments, and year-over-year price increases.
California’s Hank & Frank Bicycle to Close After 101 Years
Hank & Frank Bicycle, serving the Eastern Bay area through its store in Lafayette CA, is closing after 101 years in operation as its current owners retire.
Hoka Appoints EMEA Sports Marketing Director
Hoka promoted Antoine Berthoud, the brand’s former EMEA senior events & brand experience manager, to EMEA sports marketing director. He started working at Hoka as a freelancer in 2013.
Authentic and Vince Holding Acquire Majority Stake in Drake’s OVO Brand IP
As part of the transaction, Vince Holding Corp. longstanding partner within Authentic’s global network, has reportedly acquired OVO’s operating business and will oversee the brand’s design, product development, merchandising and retail stores.
Burlington Stores Raises FY Guidance Q2 Earnings Tops Expectations
Burlington Stores, Inc. reported adjusted earnings, which excluded gains from tax refunds, rose 37.3 percent in the second quarter as gross margins grew 250 basis points and same-store sales improved 2 percent. Burlington raised its full-year guidance while vowing to use any proceeds from tariff refunds to reduce prices for customers.
Helly Hansen Taps C.J. King as GM for Sport Business in North America
Prior to his nearly 10-year career at Arc’teryx, King spent over a year at SPRI Fitness after nine years at Smartwool, six years at Peral, a cup of coffee at Nike, and a couple of years at TNF dating back to 1998.
Killer Golf Appoints Head of Retail Growth
Killer Golf, the maker of custom putters based in Boise, ID, appointed Patrick Beall as the director of retail growth. Beall has secured new accounts while managing and growing an established portfolio of clients for various companies, including Action Sports Canopies, TravisMathew Apparel and Oakley.
Outdoor Industry Association Adds New Advocacy, Marketing and Operations Leaders
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) appointed Adam Pugh as senior director of advocacy & government affairs, and Lindsay Hogan as senior director of MarComm. The organization also noted that Andy Fletcher recently transitioned from contractor to full-time COO and Keelin Christensen has been promoted to senior manager of sustainability.
PGA Tour Superstore to Relocate Store in Delray Beach
PGA Tour Superstore plans to open a new store in Delray Beach, FL on September 19, relocating to a 37,000-square-foot location at 4801 Linton Boulevard.
