Kohl’s CEO Steps Down To Take President Role At Levi Strauss
Michelle Gass, CEO of Kohl’s, is stepping down early next month to become the president of Levi Strauss & Co. Levi’s said Gass would start work and join its Board on January 2. The Board began a succession plan for her to succeed Chip Bergh as president and CEO in the next 18 months.
Breaking: Arne Freundt Takes Reins Of Puma SE
The Supervisory Board of Puma SE has decided that Arne Freundt, Puma’s chief commercial officer, will become chairman of its Management Board and CEO of Puma SE effective immediately after announcing that Bjørn Gulden would become CEO of Adidas AG.
USA Triathlon Names Chief Executive Officer
USA Triathlon named Victoria Brumfield as CEO. She has been the organization’s interim CEO since early September 2022.
Canada Goose Adds Chief HR Officer
Canada Goose hired Jess Johannson as chief human resources officer, overseeing its global teams within HR, including talent acquisition, employee experience, training, and global policy.
Planet Fitness Raises Guidance Slightly On Strong Third Quarter
Planet Fitness Inc. slightly raised its outlook for earnings and sales for the year as system-wide same-store sales in the third quarter ended September 30 increased 8.2 percent.
Peloton And Echelon Settle All Pending Litigation
Peloton Interactive, Inc. and Echelon settled all pending litigation between the businesses. As a result, Echelon agreed it would cease using Peloton’s patented leaderboard technology in its on-demand classes.
Adidas Makes It Official With Gulden’s CEO Appointment
Adidas AG reported that Bjørn Gulden, Puma’s CEO, will be appointed as a member of the executive board and CEO of Adidas AG, effective January 1, 2023.
Inov-8 Opens First Showroom In Europe
UK-based Inov-8 opened its first showroom in Annecy, France. “The showroom will be a basecamp for all customers, media contacts, friends, and family living within the heart of the French Alps,” said Manu Fedon, Inov-8 sales manager for France.
Fanatics Hires Director, Business Development, Australasia
Fanatics hired Tyler Emsden as director of business development across Australia and New Zealand, responsible for growing the business and building partnerships with sports teams, leagues and organizations.
Sun & Ski Sports To Open 32nd Store
Sun & Ski Sports will open its 32nd store in Phoenix/Paradise Valley, AZ, on November 11, in the former space occupied by Staples located off Tatum Blvd.
Adidas Debt Ratings Outlook Revised To Negative
S&P Global Ratings reduced its debt ratings outlook to negative from stable due to the company’s recent operating performance deterioration and increased leverage.
Chiappa Firearms USA Names President
Italian manufacturer Chiappa Firearms hired Don Madole as president of Chiappa Firearms, USA, Ltd.
Ammo, Inc. Reaches Settlement Agreement With The Urvan Group
Ammo, Inc., the owner of GunBroker.com, reached a settlement agreement with Steven Urvan and Susan Lokey of The Urvan Group.
Clarus Reduces FY Guidance
Clarus Corporation reported continued demand for its Outdoor segment, led by Black Diamond and Precision Sport segment and by Sierra and Barnes, in the third quarter ended September 30, but lowered its sales and earnings outlook for 2022 due to lower sales in its Adventure segment and the volatile foreign currency market and higher freight costs.
Wolverine Worldwide Appoints Lead Independent Director
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. hired Nicholas Long as the lead independent director of its Board of Directors.
