Birkenstock Names Managing Director for SE Asia and ANZ Region
Evelyn Chua was appointed managing director for the region covering Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, Philippines, Thailand, Vietnam, Australia, and New Zealand, effective July 1.
Orangetheory Fitness Inks Franchise Partner for Central and South Florida
Bluegrass Fitness, an affiliate of Manna Capital Partners, LLC, has acquired 18 Orangetheory Fitness studios in the Orlando and South Florida markets and has executed a multi-year development agreement covering Central and South Florida.
Concert Golf Partners Acquires TPC Jasna Polana
Jasna Polana boasts an immense history, from its ties to the Piasecka Johnson family to its role in professional golf as a past host of the PGA Tour Champions and the classic Wonderful World of Golf match between Tom Watson and Hal Sutton.
Groupe Royer Transfers Ownership of Von Dutch to Brand Management Firm
Groupe Royer and its subsidiary Royer Brands International have transferred ownership of the iconic American brand Von Dutch to WSG Brands.
The Buckle Posts Another Comp Store Sales Decline in June
The 5.7 percent decline for the 5-week fiscal June period comes on top of a 2.4 percent comp sales decline in the 2023 June period. Net sales for the month decreased 5.8 percent year-over-year to $101.7 million.
Dream Pairs Expands Retail Footprint, Opens Store in Bergen Town Center
In addition to opening its second retail store, Dream Pairs also maintains a robust presence across online platforms and retail channels, including Amazon, Walmart, Shein, Nordstrom, TikTok Shop, and its corporate website.
Report: Revising Expectations for the Back-to-School Season
Retailers gearing up for back-to-school (BTS) season may have one less week to prepare and plan for the expected surge in families shopping for new sneakers and other footwear this year due to the shift in the retail calendar.
TAG Sports Gear Welcomes New President
Rebecca White has ten years of experience working in sales and direct-to-consumer business, running her own online health coaching company, mergers and acquisitions, private client banking, and investor relations.
REI’s Chris Speyer to Join MEC as New Chief Merchandising Officer
Speyer, who has worked as REI Co-op’s CMO for the last seven years, reportedly brings over thirty years of leadership experience in the specialty outdoor retail, wholesale, and direct-to-consumer businesses.
EXEC: Rossignol Reopens Paris St–Germain Store
Joining a host of other brands freshening or expanding their Paris retail presence for the Summer Olympics, The Rossignol Group has reopened its Paris St–Germain store following a complete renovation.
REI Co-op Appoints SVP, Chief Technology Officer
Guillaume Ledieu succeeds Dan Shull, who will depart REI on July 12 for a new opportunity. Guillaume joined the co-op in 2023 as VP of foundation technology and has already had an incredible impact in his short time working for the company.
Locally Names First Chief Marketing Officer
Karen Sage joins the company as CMO to further fuel Locally’s expansion as it marks a 12-month growth trajectory to over $1.8 billion in retail referral sales.
American Exchange Group Acquires Island Surf Company
Island Surf Company will become a division of White Mountain Footwear, a brand that American Exchange acquired in January 2023. Joe O’Brien will reportedly continue to lead the Island Surf Company brand.
Macy’s, Inc. Appoints New Chief Information Officer
Keith Credendino, who is currently SVP of technology product development, customer experience, will succeed the retiring Laura Miller as CIO, effective August 4, and join the company’s Corporate Strategy Group.
Omni Hires Product Development & Merchandising Chief for Bodybuilding.com
Steve Marada will reportedly manage the rebuilding of Bodybuilding.com. He has a history of leading and executing strategic business plans that create and refresh health and wellness brands.
