Columbia Sportswear To Support Dorian Relief Efforts
Columbia Sportswear Company announced that in response to Hurricane Dorian’s extensive damage in the Bahamas, they will begin a Retail Charity Checkout Program...
12 September, 2019
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Target To Launch New Loyalty Program Nationwide In October
“Our guests are at the center of everything we do, and we’re always looking for ways to create even easier, more rewarding shopping...
12 September, 2019
J.C. Penney To Open Outdoor-Themed In-Store Shops
J.C. Penney said Tuesday that it plans to launch an Outdoor Shop, selling apparel and other excursion gear, in 100 of its roughly...
12 September, 2019
JCPenney Announces Colin Dougherty as SVP, Finance
J. C. Penney Co. Inc. announced that Colin Dougherty, a senior executive with more than 25 years of finance experience, will join the...
12 September, 2019
Wolverine World Wide Announces New $400 Million Share Repurchase Program
Wolverine World Wide Inc. on Wednesday announced that its board of directors has approved a new, four-year share repurchase program, authorizing up to $400 million in...
12 September, 2019
Vans To Donate $1 Million On Vans Checkerboard Day
Vans Checkerboard Day is an annual event that will champion and inspire creative expression globally and provide fans the opportunity to participate in...
12 September, 2019
Genesco Raises Full-Year Outlook On Journeys’ Momentum
Genesco Inc. lifted its full-year outlook after reporting a surprise profit in the second quarter. Same-store sales also came out ahead of expectations,...
12 September, 2019
Kohl’s Announces President Plans to Step Down, Paul Gaffney Named CTO
“Amongst many contributions, Sona has been instrumental in our progress as a leading omnichannel retailer, driving innovation and growth across our digital business...
12 September, 2019
JD Sports Seeing Modest Improvement At Finish Line
JD Sports reported Finish Line’s comps grew 3 percent in the first half and showed slight improvement in product margins. The sixth JD...
12 September, 2019
Rack Room Shoes Strengthens Executive Team with Key Promotion, Invests in Loyalty Program with New Hire
Rack Room Shoes has promoted Peter Hohensee to Vice President Global Supply Chain North America and has hired retail industry veteran, Donna Mull as...
06 September, 2019
Fila North America Announces Two Key Leadership Promotions
Wakley first joined Fila in 2007. An industry veteran with a wealth of experience in the footwear category, he will lead a team...
06 September, 2019
Apex Global Brands Announces Continued Global Expansion Of Hi-Tec
Apex Global Brands on Thursday announced the continued expansion of Hi-Tec, a leading outdoor crossover footwear, apparel and accessory brand. Through new licensing...
06 September, 2019
Kohl’s Announces 2025 Sustainability Goals
Kohl’s announced sustainability goals with a focus on three key areas: climate action, waste and recycling, and sustainable sourcing. The goals support and...
06 September, 2019
Puma Signs R.J. Barrett
Puma signed former Duke Basketball star and current New York Knick, R.J. Barrett, to an endorsement deal. Barrett was the third pick in...
06 September, 2019
Under Armour Appoints Stephanie Pugliese As President, North America
With more than 25 years in branded apparel, retail and merchandising, Pugliese’s multi-disciplined, public company background brings proven expertise to Under Armour’s leadership...
06 September, 2019
Zumiez Blasts Past Q2 Guidance
Total net sales for the second quarter ended August 3, 2019 (13 weeks) increased 4.3 percent to $228.4 million from $219.0 million...
06 September, 2019
Timberland Commits To Plant 50 Million Trees Over Next Five Years
Timberland announced a new commitment to plant 50 million trees around the world by 2025 as part of its pursuit of a greener...
06 September, 2019
Vans Launches Shoe Customization Contest
The competition will award three winners from North America, Asia Pacific and Europe a $25,000 grand prize, have their shoes produced and sold...
06 September, 2019
Nordstrom Launches Sustainable Style Online Category
Nordstrom launched Sustainable Style, an online shopping category for discovering products that are made from sustainably sourced materials, manufactured in factories that meet...
29 August, 2019
Goat And Bergdorf Goodman Partner On Exclusive Shopping Experience
Goat, the resale site for sneakers, announced its partnership with iconic New York retailer, Bergdorf Goodman. The two brands will enter an exclusive...
29 August, 2019
Cole Haan Prepares For IPO
“Our management team is confident in the opportunities we have created for the Cole Haan brand and our business globally,” Chief Executive Officer...
29 August, 2019
Caleres Q2 Tops Estimates
Caleres Inc. reported earnings in the second quarter on an adjusted basis rose 5.1 percent, exceeding Wall Street’s estimates, as sales grew 6.5...
29 August, 2019
Footaction Launches ‘No 1 Way Design Program’ For HBCU Students
Footaction launched the No 1 Way Design Program, an open call for recent graduates of, or current students at, the 85+ Historically Black...
29 August, 2019
Puma Opens New York City Flagship
Puma on Wednesday opened the doors to its first-ever North American flagship store, located at 609 Fifth Avenue in New York City. Highlights...
29 August, 2019
Rack Room Appoints VP Global Supply Chain North America
Rack Room Shoes has promoted Peter Hohensee to vice president global supply chain North America and has hired retail industry veteran, Donna Mull...
29 August, 2019