VF Corp. appointed Jim Pisani to the position of global brand president, Timberland, effective immediately. Pisani most recently served as president of VF’s Licensed Sports Group, which includes the Majestic brand....
With more than 30 years of experience, Brack will bring in-depth knowledge and insight of the retail and wholesale landscape to his role at K-Swiss. He will oversee all sales activities in addition to identifying new key market opportunities in order to grow the brand...
“We are thrilled to have John join this world-class executive team, as he brings a unique passion for business and the outdoors. John is the absolute best fit for leading our largest business into the future,” said Keen President Steve Meineke....
This year at FTDC there will be a strong focus on trade issues and the inclusion of expert panels exploring supply chain and compliance challenges. Day three of FTDC will be dedicated to customs classifications, the famous live sample review and a review of customs...
Nike Inc. said it acquired Virgin Mega, a 12-person startup that is part of Richard Branson’s Virgin Group. The company revealed the acquisition while announcing that it will open a new digital studio based in New York City, focused on pioneering engaging consumer experiences across...
In October of 2015, Urban Outfitters’ year-old fitness & outdoors brand disappeared overnight. A post on Buzzfeed highlighted that both the website and Instagram for the brand, Without Walls, had been removed entirely, almost as though the company was trying to forget a bad memory....
Wolverine Worldwide appointed Mike Jeppesen. president of Wolverine Worldwide’s Global Operations Group, to an expanded role as president of the Wolverine Heritage Group, which includes the Wolverine, Bates, Harley-Davidson and Hytest brands. ...
Fleet Feet Sports will soon release Runmoji, the first emoji application designed specifically for runners, by runners, with a specific focus on accurately representing both male and female runners, along with their passions and their challenges. ...
Kids Foot Locker kicked off its back-to-school campaign with a new commercial titled “Swap,” starring 2016 NBA Champion Kyrie Irving. In the spot, Irving meets one of his biggest fans outside of an arena, decked out in fresh Nike gear from Kids Foot Locker. ...
Black Diamond Inc.’s (NYSE:BDE) decision to repatriate manufacturing of carabiners, cams and other climbing hardgoods from China to Salt Lake City is costing it dearly....