SGB Update

Yanre Fitness is Rebranding to YR Fitness

This change by the Chinese strength equipment manufacturer is said to be part of the company’s plan to expand internationally and make its name easier to remember and pronounce.

Paul Fredrick Names New CEO

Erica Lee is the company’s new chief executive officer. Neal Black, former CEO of Paul Fredrick and Jos. A Bank will continue to serve on Paul Fredrick’s Board of directors.

Rally House Opens Storefront in Lehigh Valley Mall and Second in Houston

The nationwide retailer increased its storefront count in the Philadelphia area to 22 after opening Rally House Lehigh Valley Mall in Whitehall, PA, on July 5, on the Mall’s lower level. Rally House Willowbrook Plaza opened on July 5, two weeks after its first storefront in Houston with Rally House Houston Outlets.

Kith to Open Malibu Flagship

On July 4, Kith will open its third flagship in Malibu, CA, alongside Beverly Hills and West Hollywood. To commemorate the opening, Kith partnered with New Balance to redesign the 1300 and 580 sneakers.

Authentic Brands Group Appoints Head of Japan Region

Jeff Daggett has been tapped as SVP, head of Japan. With over three decades of industry experience, Daggett is expected to play an integral role in strengthening Authentic’s presence and driving brand growth in the region.

Club Champion Appoints Chief Marketing Officer

Before joining Club Champion, Colin Hall was chief revenue officer and marketing officer at Fusion Education Group, overseeing the company’s sales and marketing brands. He was also CMO at Allen-Edmonds Shoe Corp.