SGB Update Sports & Fitness
Foot Locker, Inc. Promotes Frank Bracken to Company President
The current EVP and chief commercial officer was named company president, effective immediately. He will continue to report to company CEO Mary Dillon. He joined Foot Locker in 2010 and has held several senior leadership roles of increasing responsibility across the company.
Jetty to Open Second Surf Shop on New Jersey Coast
Following the success of the Jetty flagship store in Manahawkin, NJ, which opened in 2022, the upcoming retail space in Pier Village will offer consumers the brand’s full apparel collection for men, women and kids.
Surftech Taps Industry Veteran Andy Barnett for General Manager Role
Barnett brings over 10 years of experience from his previous roles at Lost Surfboards, where he initially served as CFO before transitioning to general manager.
Salomon Appoints Nike Vet as Global Brand Creative Director
As Global Creative Director at Salomon, At the core of all Align product is its insole technologyacross all consumer touchpoints, platforms, channels, and regions.
Summit Golf Brands Honors Salesperson of the Year
Paige Golibart operates out of The Bungalow, SGB’s showroom in Jupiter, FL. She represents three of the company’s apparel brands on Florida’s East Coast — B. Draddy, Zero Restriction and Fairway & Greene.
U.S. Consumer Confidence Down Again in March as Forward Outlook Crashes
The Present Situation Index, based on consumers’ assessment of current business and labor market conditions, decreased 3.6 points to 134.5, a solid score, but the Expectations Index, measuring a six-month outlook, fell to 65.2, the lowest level in 12 years.
Pvolve Continues Nationwide Expansion With 10 New Franchise Studios
The fitness company that pairs functional movement with resistance equipment, has signed 10 new lease agreements with franchisees in seven major U.S. markets, including Arizona, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Tennessee, and Texas.
Macy’s Names Senior VP & General Merchandising Manager, Men’s and Kids’
Daniel Leppo most recently served as Bloomingdale’s senior vice president and general merchandising manager, overseeing Cosmetics, Menswear, Children’s, and Home. Leppo started his career at Bloomingdale’s as an intern and was part of the executive training program.
Crunch Fitness Franchise Opens Crunch Facility in San Jose
Winchester Fitness, LLC, a franchisee of Crunch Fitness, announced the opening of Crunch Winchester in San Jose, CA. The 22,000-square-foot facility opened its doors officially on March 16.
Monumental Appoints EVP, Chief Strategic and Corporate Comms Officer
AJ Jones, II joins MSE’s senior leadership team overseeing corporate, investor, and ownership communications with its external, internal, and partner stakeholders.
Good Good Golf Secures $45M Funding with Participation from Peyton Manning
The golf, media and lifestyle brand, secured the funding round led by Creator Sports Capital, with participation from Peyton Manning’s Omaha Productions, Manhattan West Private Equity and Sunflower Bank.
KMD Brands Appoints Nike Vet Ashley Reade as Rip Curl CEO
Ashley Reade will join the Australian surf brand in the coming months from Nike, where he is currently the vice president and general manager of Nike Pacific, responsible for growing the region to an AU$1 billion business.
Recall: Segway Kick Scooters
Segway has received 68 reports of folding mechanism failures, including 20 injuries, including abrasions, bruises, lacerations, and broken bones.
Snipes Names Under Armour Vet as New Chief Marketing Officer, U.S.
The global street culture brand reported that Kelley Walton will lead the marketing organization in the U.S. to include all budget and marketing functions aligned with the company’s long-term vision
Authentic Brands Group Appoints Former Disney Exec as EVP, Head of India
Sanjeet Mehta will oversee the company’s strategy in India, focusing on expanding brand presence, forging strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth, working with Henry Stupp, regional president of the EMEIA.
