“This was a difficult decision made after extensive deliberation and careful consideration,” says an email from parent company Gathr Outdoors to dealers.
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Nike and SKIMS Launch NikeSKIMS Fitness Brand
The North Face’s recent collaboration with the brand by Kim Kardashian was one of its most successful ever.
Cotopaxi CEO to Speak at Outdoor Retailer Industry Day
The newly appointed CEO will join a long list of panelists booked for a free event happening one day before Outdoor Retailer officially kicks off.
Merrell Appoints New Chief Marketing Officer
The new CMO previously worked for Champion and Canada Goose.
Canadian Brands and Retailers Reeling from Tariff Threat
Business leaders in Canada are using the 30-day pause on merchandise tariffs to grow their domestic suppliers, work with U.S. vendors, and to remind Canadian consumers to buy local.
Peak Performance Announces Leadership Change
Former Woolrich, VF Corporation, Nike, and Ralph Lauren executive will take the helm of the Sweden-based brand in April.
Black Diamond, Clarus Subpoenaed Over Avalanche Safety Equipment Reponse
The U.S. Attorney’s Office for the District of Utah is investigating following a Consumer Products Safety Commission inquiry into its response to faulty avalanche transceivers.
Columbia Sportswear Projects Modest Return to Growth in 2025
Stronger revenues in the fourth quarter driven by the Columbia brand and Mountain Hardwear were offset by ongoing challenges at Sorel and Prana.
Outdoor Specialty Retailers’ Holiday Sales Exceed Expectations
December sales increased by 3.81% among Grassroots Outdoor Alliance members, who are cautiously optimistic about 2025 while bracing for the impact of tariffs.
Cotopaxi Refreshes Marketing, Product, Business Strategy with Key Hires
Craig Rowley joins as chief marketing officer and Sara Westbrook is Cotopaxi’s new SVP of product and merchandising. Founder Stephan Jacob, who served as COO and CTO, will transition to a chief global/business development role.
Matt Bolte, Marissa Pardini, and Ben Stubbington Join Arc’teryx
Bolte is Arc’teryx’s chief merchandising officer, and former Vans exec Pardini and former Lululemon director Stubbington join Veilance.
VF Corp. Beats Expectations in Q3 with Wholesale Growth
The North Face and Timberland both reported top-line growth in every region, while Vans and Dickies showed signs of improvement in a still-challenging environment.
