Wolverine World Wide Inc. reported financial results for the fourth quarter and full year ended Jan. 2, 2016. Adjusted financial results exclude restructuring and impairment, acquisition-related integration costs and debt extinguishment costs. References to underlying revenue indicate reported revenue adjusted for the impact of foreign...
Under Armour (NYSE: UA) unveiled the next evolution of its “Rule Yourself” global marketing campaign which communicates the brand's vision of training as the focal point of an athlete's everyday life. Driven by the central theme of “JOMO” (the joy of missing out) and the...
Vibram launched a pilot Vibram FiveFingers program with Cabela’s. “Our intention is to introduce the benefits of Vibram FiveFingers to a different category of outdoor consumers,” states Chris Melton, sales & distribution director of Vibram USA’s finished goods category....
K-Swiss Global Brands (KSGB), a division of E-Land Group and owners of K-Swiss, Palladium, PLDM, OTZ Shoes, SUPRA Footwear (SUPRA) and KR3W Denim Co. (KR3W), appointed Christophe Mortemousque as brand president of Palladium. ...
Sperry announced its new partnership with SoftBank Team Japan, challenger for the 35th America's Cup, the prestigious sailing competition. Effective immediately, Sperry is the official footwear supplier for SoftBank Team Japan....
Clarks Americas Inc. has a new leader. Gary Champion, a 25-year veteran of the company, has rejoined as president, effective immediately. He replaces Geralyn Breig, who has left the company....
Foot Locker Inc. announced that its board of directors had authorized two capital allocation initiatives that together elevate investment in its business operations and provide additional returns to shareholders. First, the board of directors approved a $297 million capital expenditure program for 2016, a significant...
Kylie Jenner is officially team Puma. A week after reports surfaced that the reality star and budding fashion designer would be working with the brand, Puma officially confirmed the news in a statement Wednesday....
Social and digital fitness trends are having a profound impact on the sports industry. The growing popularity and emergence of programs and events such as CrossFit and The Color Run show that the consumer’s definition of fitness is evolving. While solo, gym workouts in the...
DSW Inc. entered into a definitive agreement to acquire Ebuys Inc., an e-commerce off-price footwear and accessories retailer with a presence in North America, Europe, Australia and Asia. The transaction supports DSW's efforts to grow its market share within footwear and accessories domestically and internationally....