Jennifer Valentine, formerly of Adidas, and longtime marketer Debbie Lee have joined the executive team in Burlington, Vermont.
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REI Exits Experiences Business, Eliminating 428 Jobs
REI’s finances show signs of improvement, according to a memo by CEO Eric Artz to employees. But more still needs to be done, he said.
Sales Up at Osprey, Hydro Flask, Due to Demand and Distribution Growth
Growth in Helen of Troy’s Home & Outdoor segment was offset by softer sales in other areas, leading to an overall consolidated net sales decline of 3.4%.
Snowsports Industries America Appoints Four New Board Members
Gary Fleming, Sergio Kiehl, Helmut Holzer, and Drew Saunders have joined the SIA board of directors.
Outdoor Bag Brands Evolve to Target Travel, Car-Camping Consumers
Eagle Creek’s Travis Campbell, Matador’s Chris Clearman, Kelty’s Nels Larson, and more weigh in on this year’s opportunities.
Skip Potter, Chief Digital Information Officer, Departs Columbia Sportswear
Potter, who formerly served as Nike’s chief technology officer, joined Portland, Oregon-based Columbia Sportswear Company in 2021.
Revelyst’s Acquisition by Strategic Value Partners Closes
After a lengthy strategic review and pushback from shareholders, Revelyst, and its portfolio including Simms Fishing, Fox Racing, CamelBak, and more, is now privately held by SVP.
Patrollers on Strike at Vail Resorts’ Park City Mountain in Utah
Patrollers want a $2 hourly wage increase. Owner Vail Resorts say wage increases have already outpaced inflation.
The Stories that Defined the Surf Industry in 2024
From the massive impact of Authentic Brands Group buying the surf industry’s biggest brands to sweeping changes at VF Corp., these were the biggest stories of 2024.
The Stories that Defined the Outdoor Industry in 2024
The outdoor industry sprang into action this year, shaking up executive teams, cleaning up inventory, and trimming costs to try to return to growth after a tough 2023.
Nordstrom Family, Liverpool Taking Retailer Private in $6.25 Billion Deal
Common shareholders in Nordstrom will receive $24.25 in cash for each share of the company they hold.
Birkenstock Beats Revenue Expectations, Outlines Fiscal 2025
In its first year as a public company, the German footwear company grew its revenue to EUR 1.8 billion, a 21% increase compared to the previous year.
