REI Appoints New Chief Financial Officer
New REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton continues to build her own management team.
News May 7, 2025
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Helly Hansen Plans Outlined by Soon-To-Be Owner Kontoor
With regulatory approvals now cleared, the acquisition of Helly Hansen is expected to close in May. Kontoor executives…
Executive Edition May 7, 2025
Outdoor Gear Repairs Ramp Up to Meet Increased Demand from Consumers
Brands such as Patagonia, Burton, and more, along with retailers and third-party repair services, are making gear repairs…
News May 6, 2025
Helen of Troy CEO Noel Geoffroy Departs After One Year
The CEO of the Hydro Flask and Osprey parent company joined Helen of Troy in March 2024. The…
News May 2, 2025
Longtime LOWA Boots U.S. General Manager Peter Sachs Steps Down
Sachs, who launched LOWA's U.S. operations in 1996, will help in the transition to a new leader.
News May 2, 2025
Columbia Plans to Take Share During Tariff Turmoil, Will Hold 2025 Prices Steady
While the company expects to incur an additional $40 million to $45 million in costs due to tariffs…
Executive Edition May 1, 2025
Solo Brands Outlines Survival Challenges in Annual Report
Tariffs, a heavy debt load, and declining sales are a few of the many issues impacting the company…
Executive Edition May 1, 2025
VF Corp. Confirms 400 Layoffs Across Several Brands and Regions
Update: The widespread workforce reduction, including 82 employees at Vans, is part of the company's efforts to return…
News April 30, 2025
Sea to Summit Appoints Chris Sword North America GM and Aaron Baker Senior Sales Director
Sword previously led teams at Dynafit/Salewa, PEARL iZUMi, and more, and Baker led sales at KEEN and Chrome…
News April 28, 2025
Cancelled Orders, Paused Production, Lost Accounts: Small Businesses Navigate Trade Wars
Outdoor Element Co-Founder Mike Mojica and Malvados CEO Jen Rainnie share details about how new tariffs are impacting…
News April 28, 2025
Black Diamond President on Raising Prices, Tariffs Strategies, and Managing Through Turbulence
An interview with President Neil Fiske about the assumptions behind Black Diamond’s pricing strategy, how the brand is…
Executive Edition April 25, 2025
