Gore-Tex Launches Outerwear On Demand
Gore-Tex has launched a performance apparel rental program. The company’s Outerwear on Demand service offers customers in North America a rental option for its snowsports apparel at 15 resorts and retail locations.
Jack Wolfskin Appoints General Manager, China
Jack Wolfskin has appointed Matthew Jung as general manager, China, effective February 9, 2022.
Blue Water Acquires Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park In Kentucky
Blue Water, a Maryland-based company, specializing in the development and management of campgrounds, hotels, and attractions, announced it had acquired Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park at Mammoth Cave in Kentucky to continue its partnership with the Jellystone Park brand.
Chamois Butt’r Expands Management Team
Chamois Butt’r announced it is growing its Kansas City office with Aaron Apel, who joins its operations team reporting directly to company COO Curt Shelman.
Fleet Feet Adds Two Stores In Texas
Fleet Feet announced it is opening two stores in McAllen and Georgetown, TX, respectively, and and will increase its store count in the state to 26 stores.
Nike Sues StockX Over NFTs
Nike has filed a lawsuit in the Southern District Court of New York against StockX, accusing the sneaker resale marketplace of using Nike’s trademarks without authorization to market and sell non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
Solo Brands Announces CFO Transition Plan
Solo Brands, Inc. announced that Chief Financial Officer Sam Simmons would begin transitioning from Solo Brands this year. Simmons will remain in the role until a successor is named and then support the transition.
Genesco Announces Share Buyback Plan
Genesco, Inc. announced that its board of directors has authorized a $100 million increase to its existing $100 million share repurchase authorization.
Reports: Amazon And Nike Exploring Bids For Peloton
Amazon and Nike are reportedly exploring separate bids for Peloton, the beleaguered leader in internet-connected at-home bikes and treadmills. Peloton’s shares were trading up more than 30 percent in after-hours trading.
Nike Becomes Equity Investor In The WNBA
Nike, Inc. announced it had become an equity investor in the WNBA (Women’s National Basketball Association), following its 25-year commitment to the league. The WNBA overall raised $75 million from investors.
USA Surfing Names Interim CEO
USA Surfing appointed Brandon Lowery as interim CEO, replacing Greg Cruse.
Costco Appoints President And COO
Costco has named Ron Vachris as president and chief operating officer, according to a regulatory filing He has also joined Costco’s Board of Directors.
Salt Life Opens Store In Sarasota
Delta Apparel, Inc. announced it had opened a retail store for its Salt Life brand in Sarasota, FL. The store marks the company’s ninth in the state and fifteenth in the country.
Kohl’s Takes ‘Poison Pill’ To Thwart Hostile Takeover
Kohl’s said recent takeover offers undervalue its business in light of future growth and cash flow generation, following a review by independent financial advisors. The retailer also has adopted a shareholder rights plan, otherwise known as a “poison pill,” in order to avert a hostile takeover. The plan is effective immediately and expires in February 2023.
Johnson Outdoors Reports 7 Percent Q1 Revenue Decline
Johnson Outdoors reported sales in the fiscal first quarter ending December 31 declined 7 percent to $153.5 million compared to the prior year’s record-high first fiscal quarter. The quarter’s net sales are 20 percent above the pre-pandemic December 2019 quarter’s net sales.
