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Merrell It Starts Outside

Merrell Simplifies Going Outdoors with “It Starts Outside” Brand Platform

Merrell's first global brand platform shows the outdoors as accessible to all in campaign launched under CMO Richard…

News March 2, 2026
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Thread Wallets Eyes $19M Revenue Year with Expanded Product Push

Thread Wallets CEO Colby Bauer and Chief Brand Officer Trevor Reese shared new products, revenue targets, and the…

News March 2, 2026
Kristin Shane of REI

REI Chief Merchant Kristin Shane on AI and Peak 28

Shane, who joined REI in March 2025, discusses how the retailer is rolling out AI across its workforce,…

News March 2, 2026
Kiosk Skate Shop, Val Surf, Slappy's Garage, etnies, éS, and Emerica

Etnies, éS, and Emerica Closed E-Commerce Sites for Skate Shop Day

The initiative redirected online shoppers to independent skate retailers instead, while the brands’ team riders, distributors, sales representatives,…

News February 27, 2026
Lightspeed Webinar Feb 26

How Brick-and-Mortar Stores Can Win in a Marketplace World: Watch the Replay

Lightspeed's Roslyn Gombe and Ryan Baillie share data-backed strategies to help independent retailers drive foot traffic, build loyalty…

News February 27, 2026
Outdoor Retailer 2025

Outdoor Retailer Expands “Gear of Tomorrow” with University Partners

Outdoor Retailer is partnering with two universities for its August 2026 show in Minneapolis, embedding wearable tech research…

News February 26, 2026
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Saucony and Merrell Eye Lifestyle Growth After 2025 Rebound

Wolverine Worldwide CEO Chris Hufnagel shared details about the company’s turnaround, wholesale and U.S. plans and forecast for…

News February 26, 2026
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Rhythm Announces Key Sales Leadership Changes

One of the hottest brands in the surf market has named new sales leaders to chart the next…

News February 26, 2026
Tom Ruiz to exit Seager.

Tom Ruiz to Exit Seager This Week

The well-known industry sales leader and general manager is departing Seager, the up-and-coming Western surf brand. He shares…

News February 25, 2026
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