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Escalade Inc. Swings to Q1 Profit as Gross Margins Spike
Total net sales increased 0.7 percent year-over-year to $57.3 million in the first quarter, primarily due to a return in normalized seasonal demand for basketball products, outdoor games and archery.
Hiviz Shooting Systems Names VP of Sales & Marketing
The manufacturer of tritium/fiber-optic and fiber-optic sights for handguns, shotguns and rifles hired Joseph Smith as vice president of Sales and Marketing.
Crest Marine Expands Portfolio, Launches Balise Pontoon Boats
The Balise brand launched with two models, the Horizon and Helix. Both models are available in either 24- or 26-foot length. The launch is the culmination of nearly three years of consumer research, design and engineering, “redefining the way consumers experience on-water luxury and sophisticated entertainment.”
Report: Camping Sentiment Up in 2024 Despite Inflation Concerns
RMS North America conducted independent research on campers ages 18 to 60-plus to collect data on the differences between generations, but found similarities, too.
Helen of Troy Home & Outdoor Segment Keeps Company Positive in Q4
The Home & Outdoor segment, including the OXO, Osprey and Hydro Flask businesses, increased 5.4 percent in the fourth quarter, helping the parent’s consolidated sales trend positive with 1 percent growth.
Revelyst Hires Chief Supply Chain Officer
Effective April 22, Joe Beck, a longtime supply chain and business operations leader assumed the role as chief supply chain officer.
Mountain Khakis Appoints New Southeast U.S. Reps
Adventure Mountain Group, headed by CEO Tom Hammond, will represent the line in the Southeast U.S., along with his team of five.
Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle, Co. Names New Chairman
Outgoing Eagle Claw Fishing Tackle Chairman Lee McGill made the decision to step aside, effective April 9, naming Drew McGill as chairman of the Board of Directors from his most recent role as Vice Chairman.
Kent Outdoors Hires Rob Otto as CFO
Founded in 1959 in New London, Ohio, Kent Outdoors is a diverse platform of outdoor brands with a broad product set spanning personal flotation devices, wakeboards, water skis, towable tubes, snowboards, and more.
NRF Promotes Adam Lukoskie to Senior VP
The National Retail Federation promoted Adam Lukoskie, executive director of the NRF Foundation, to also serve as senior vice president of NRF.
Anechoic Names Regional Sales Director for TALO Territory
Brice Gallasso is reportedly a “distinguished law enforcement professional with over 14 years of experience and numerous instructor-level accreditations, making him a valuable addition to the Anechoic team.”
Sportsman’s Warehouse Cuts Board Size to Six Members
Board members Erica Fortune, Gregory P. Hickey and Philip C. Williamson have reportedly notified the Board of Directors of their intent to resign as Board members prior to the company’s 2024 Annual Meeting of Stockholders.
Axil Brands Partners with Beretta Subsidiary for EU Expansion
The hearing protection and enhancement products company said the Agreement presents a unique opportunity for Axil to expand its EU presence in partnership with a “highly prestigious brand” within the hunting, sporting and defense community.
Olin Corp. and Winchester Ammo Team Meets with U.S. Legislators in D.C.
More than 40 members of Congress and leadership from the shooting sports and hunting industry were in attendance to discuss important topics.
Massimo Group Reports Fiscal Year 2023 Financial Results
Full-year 2023 revenues were up 32.9 percent to $115.0 million on strong sales of powersports vehicles and Pontoon boats.
