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Nike Looks to Tamp Down Promotions After Getting Inventory Levels on Track

Plus, the company’s CEO addressed the brand’s return to wholesale partners, such as Macy’s.

Executive Edition June 30, 2023
Lowa Boots Looks to the Future on 100-Year Anniversary

Lowa Boots Looks to the Future on 100-Year Anniversary

(This story was updated on 7/6/2023.) After 100 years of making hiking footwear for the outdoor industry, Lowa Boots is expanding its product offerings, targeting new consumers, and looking for…

News June 29, 2023
Backcountry May Be For Sale According to Bloomberg

Backcountry May Be For Sale According to Bloomberg

TSG Consumer Partners is considering selling outdoor specialty retailer Backcountry, according to Bloomberg. Bloomberg, citing people with knowledge of the matter, said TSG is working with an investment bank to…

News June 29, 2023
Authentic Brands Nabs New Investment to Further Scale

Authentic Brands Nabs New Investment to Further Scale

The New York brand management firm said the capital infusion will be used to continue its global expansion, including the acquisition of Boardriders.

News June 29, 2023
WGSN, Fashion Snoops Tackle Future Trends at Outdoor Retailer

WGSN, Fashion Snoops Tackle Future Trends at Outdoor Retailer

The consumer profile of tomorrow may look very similar to today when it comes to themes around sustainability, tech, and wellness. As buyers and brands had store assortments for the…

News June 28, 2023
Trade Execs Talk Nearshoring Benefits and Challenges at Outdoor Retailer

Trade Execs Talk Nearshoring Benefits and Challenges at Outdoor Retailer

The headache of rising freight costs and difficulty achieving on-time delivery during the pandemic was enough to create momentum around the topic of nearshoring. Diversifying away from China is now…

News June 28, 2023
WSL Reveals New Title Sponsor for US Open

WSL Reveals New Title Sponsor for US Open

Other industry brands partnering with the WSL on the upcoming Huntington Beach event: Hurley, Huntington Surf & Sport, Jack’s Surfboards, Nixon and more.

News June 28, 2023
Outdoor Industry Adds 14.5 Million Total Participants Since Pandemic Began

Outdoor Industry Adds 14.5 Million Total Participants Since Pandemic Began

Participation in outdoor activities has grown for the eighth consecutive year, and since the COVID-19 pandemic, the outdoor industry is up 14.5 million total participants. Last year, 3.8 million more…

News June 27, 2023

Vans Names New Global Chief Marketing Officer

New Global CMO Drieke Leenknegt officially joins Vans July 5 as the company looks to deepen its connection to consumers.

News June 27, 2023
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series