Pnuma Outdoors Hires Industry Vet As Director Of Product Development
Pnuma Outdoors hired industry veteran Joe Haddock as director of product development for Pnuma Outdoors and Heated Core, responsible for overseeing the management of product ideation through commercialization, including the Caza Camo collection.
Swing Racquet + Paddle Partners With Good to Great Tennis Academy
Swing Racquet + Paddle is coming to Raleigh, NC in 2024, and announced a partnership with the Good to Great Tennis Academy. Over the past month, Swing has reported it joined forces with Wilson Sporting Goods and celebrity chef Fabio Viviani.
Curling World Launches Online Store Dedicated To Curling Apparel
Curling World, LLC launched its e-commerce platform dedicated to curling apparel as the sport has seen a surge in popularity in North America and Europe in recent years.
AAFA/FLA Renew Pact Against Migrant Forced Labor
The American Apparel & Footwear Association (AAFA) and the Fair Labor Association (FLA) re-launched and enhanced the AAFA/FLA Apparel & Footwear Industry Commitment to Responsible Recruitment.
Carhartt Recalls Work Pants Sold At Dick’s Sporting Goods
About 32,505 Carhartt men’s Force Relaxed 5 Pocket work pants sold exclusively at Dick’s Sporting Goods were recalled because the elastic drawstring hem near the ankle of the pant could create an extended loop, posing a trip-and-fall hazard. No incidents or injuries were reported.
The Athlete’s Foot Hires Lead Merchandiser And Buyer
The Athlete’s Foot hired Beth Greenfield as its lead merchandiser and buyer. Greenfield has over 25 years of experience in retail, buying and merchandising, including having worked with Champion, Puma, Foot Locker, and Citi Trends.
Under Armour Names Steph Curry President of Curry Brand in Extended Partnership
Under Armour Inc. has extended and expanded its partnership with Golden State Warriors point guard and four-time NBA Champion Stephen Curry in a deal that extends beyond his retirement. As part of the new terms, Curry becomes president of the Curry Brand.
Target’s Debt Ratings Outlook Lowered On Subpar Q4 Results
Moody’s Investors Service changed the outlook for Target Corporation to stable from positive due to the discounter’s below-plan fourth-quarter results and deteriorating credit metrics.
Gap’s Debt Ratings Downgraded On Weakening Operating Performance
Moody’s Investors Service downgraded The Gap, Inc.’s debt ratings due to expectations that “topline growth and margin expansion will be limited in the next 12 months due to continuing inflationary and competitive pressures.”
F45 Training Names CEO; Wahlberg Takes Chief Brand Officer Role
Tom Dowd has been appointed F45’s new CEO, effective immediately. He succeeds outgoing interim CEO Ben Coates, who remains on the company’s board of directors. Mark Wahlberg, who has been a member of the company’s board since March 2019, has been named F45’s chief brand officer,
Gildan Activewear Disposes Of SC Warehouse In Sale-Leaseback Deal
Gildan Activewear sold its Charleston, SC distribution center for $51 million but will remain in the property through a sale-leaseback arrangement.
Fanatics Betting And Gaming Names COO
Fanatics Betting and Gaming announced the appointment of Hank Couture to the new position of chief operating officer. He was at DoorDash.
Allen Edmonds To Open Boston Store On Newbury Street
Allen Edmonds is opening a storefront in Boston on March 30 after three decades on Newbury Street. The Port Washington Studio, with re-craft and custom services, is located at 141A Newbury Street.
Gabriel Brothers Opens Largest Company DC In Ohio
Gabriel Brothers, Inc. announced the grand opening of its largest distribution center in Springfield, OH, with over 870,000 square feet.
Stifel Expands U.S. Ski & Snowboard Deal To Include Team Naming Rights
U.S. Ski & Snowboard expanded its partnership with Stifel Financial Corp. to become the official team naming partner of all ski teams under the U.S. Ski & Snowboard brand.
