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How the Outdoor Industry Is Tackling the PFAS Problem
PFAS. Forever chemicals. Toxic byproducts of water-repellant materials. No matter how they’re defined, lawmakers, regulators, and outdoor industry leaders have increasingly made these harmful chemicals targets of regulations and outright…
News July 5, 2023
Todd Hymel and Liberated Poised to Become Bigger Players with Boardriders Deal
In her new Inside the Industry column, SES Editor-in-Chief Tiffany Montgomery explores how Liberated Brands appears on the cusp of making a big industry mark.
Executive Edition July 5, 2023
WSL Begins CEO Search After Erik Logan’s Exit
Thursday’s abrupt announcement cuts Erik Logan’s tenure as CEO mid-season as a search for a new leader begins.
News June 30, 2023Nike 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
(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
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
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
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
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
