Council For Responsible Sport Appoints Executive Director
The Council for Responsible Sport announced that Shelley Villalobos, its longtime managing director, has been promoted to executive director. Villalobos served as the Council’s certification director for three years prior to being named managing director five years ago.
Krieghoff International Appoints President And CEO
Krieghoff International announced that Alex Diehl has been appointed president and CEO and Ken Pfau has been appointed vice president, general operations. Their responsibilities extend across all aspects of the company’s operations.
Schutt Sports Renews With NFCA
Longtime official sponsor Schutt Sports has renewed with the National Fastpitch Coaches Association (NFCA).
IFit Partners With Boston, Chicago, London, And New York City Marathons
IFit announced multi-year partnerships with the organizations behind four of the Abbott World Marathon Majors to become the Official Connected Treadmill and Digital Fitness Content Subscription partner of the Boston, Chicago, London, and New York City Marathons.
ARMS Software Merges With A Better Way Athletics
HBG Core Holdings, owner of ARMS Software, announced the acquisition of A Better Way Athletics, headquartered in Cleveland, TN. A Better Way Athletics will continue to operate as a stand-alone organization within the portfolio of HBG Core Holdings.
Pro Football Focus Secures Investment
Pro Football Focus (PFF), the sports analytics firm owned by broadcaster and former NFL player Cris Collinsworth, sold a minority stake to private equity firm Silver Lake.
Maine Outdoor Brands Appoints New Board President
Maine Outdoor Brands (MOB), the outdoor business alliance working to strengthen Maine’s outdoor recreation economy, said Kay Henry has succeeded Jim Hauptman as board president.
University Of Minnesota Duluth Extends Partnership With Under Armour
The University of Minnesota Duluth (UMD) announced that its partnership with Under Armour and Universal Athletic has been extended through 2028.
MDV Sports Moves Into New Offices, Adds To Regional Service Technician Team
MDV Sports, the parent of Marker Dalbello and Völkl, has relocated to a new office space at the River Mill Commercial Center, in Lebanon, NH.
McCann Worldgroup Names Nike’s Alex Lopez As President And Global Chief Creative Officer
McCann Worldgroup appointed Nike’s marketing veteran Alex Lopez as president and global chief creative officer. Lopez spent 23 years at Nike, most recently as global vice president of brand marketing and global men’s creative director.
Isbjörn Of Sweden Appoints Sourcing & Production Manager
Isbjörn of Sweden has recruited ex-H&M product developer Selma Jakobsson as its new sourcing and production manager.
Nike Founder Phil Knight And Former Nike Executives Launch NIL Firm Supporting Student-Athletes
Several University of Oregon alumni and donors, including Nike Co-founder Phil Knight, Pat Kilkenny, Ed Maletis, Jim Morse, and the Papé Family, announced the formation of Division Street, Inc., a sports venture that will assist Oregon student-athletes in monetizing their NIL. The venture includes former Nike executives.
Olin Corp. Announces Changes To Its Board of Directors
Olin Corporation announced that Matthew S. Darnall and W. Anthony Will were each elected as a new director by Olin’s Board of Directors to serve on Olin’s Board effective immediately.
Smith & Wesson To Relocate Headquarters To Tennessee
Smith & Wesson Brands, Inc. announced it is moving its headquarters and areas of operations to Maryville, TN in 2023. Smith & Wesson has been based in Springfield, MA since 1852.
Strava Appoints Vice President Of Content Strategy
Strava announced it has hire David Swain as vice president of content strategy. Swain was Instagram’s first head of global communications.
