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Oboz Footwear Bets on New Leadership, Trail Running Expansion and a Louder Brand Voice

Oboz has rebuilt its senior leadership team with four hires in under a year, including Rock Fight co-hosts…

News June 1, 2026
Foot Locker

Dick’s Sporting Goods Reports Q1 Growth, Details Foot Locker ‘Fast Break’ Progress 

Foot Locker reported positive comp sales for the first time since Q4 of 2024. Dick’s execs explained how…

News May 27, 2026
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North Face Surges and Vans Shows Life in Americas as VF Corp. Returns to Full-Year Revenue Growth

VF Corporation returned to full-year revenue growth for the first time in three years, powered by growth at…

News May 20, 2026
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Merrell and Saucony Lead Broad-Based Q1 Turnaround for Wolverine Worldwide

Wolverine Worldwide beat first-quarter expectations on all key metrics, with Saucony posting a record quarter and Merrell extending…

News May 15, 2026
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Anniversary Mode: How WSL and Vans Celebrate the Past Without Getting Stuck in It

As legacy brands mark major anniversaries, the challenge is to honor decades of history without looking dated. The…

Executive Edition May 14, 2026
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Sanuk VP and GM Katie Pruitt on Collaborating with Free People

Footwear brand Sanuk has partnered with Free People for a new capsule collection. Learn about the collaboration and…

News April 22, 2026
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What Happened to Converse and Are There Signs of a Turnaround?

Converse has experienced steep revenue declines in recent years. We explore the brand's product challenges, market trends and…

Executive Edition April 13, 2026
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Nike CEO: Converse Is Not for Sale  

Despite industry speculation following a decline in brand sales, Nike confirmed that Converse remains a core part of the company's long-term portfolio. Plus,…

News April 1, 2026
Richard McLeod Merrell It Starts Outside

How Merrell CMO Richard McLeod is Taking Aim at the Lifestyle Market

Michigan-based Merrell had a terrific year. Now, the company plans to build momentum by showing up differently in…

News March 30, 2026
Ridgemont Outfitters

Brand to Watch: Ridgemont Outfitters

Founded by veteran footwear designer Stacy Lowery, California-based Ridgemont aims to strike the perfect balance between performance and…

News March 17, 2026
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Dick’s Execs Detail Foot Locker Turnaround Progress as Profit Declines in Q4 Results

Dick's Sporting Goods reported a record $14.2 billion in full-year sales and updated analysts on its Foot Locker…

News March 12, 2026
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