REI Enters Sale-Leaseback Agreement for Four Distribution Centers
New York-based real estate investment firm Madison Capital acquired the properties, which include both buildings and land.
News February 24, 2025
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming the retail industry by enhancing customer personalization, improving operational efficiency, and speeding up…
Resource February 19, 2025
Helly Hansen Sold to Jeanswear Experts Kontoor Brands
Canadian Tire is selling Helly Hansen for CAD $1.2 billion ($897 million). It acquired the brand in 2018.
News February 19, 2025
Replay: Dick’s Sporting Goods to Shrink Public Lands Store Count
We are re-upping this story that we published in October 2024 after Retail Dive reported on the Public…
News February 14, 2025
Outdoor Specialty Retailers’ Holiday Sales Exceed Expectations
December sales increased by 3.81% among Grassroots Outdoor Alliance members, who are cautiously optimistic about 2025 while bracing…
News February 4, 2025
Updated: Liberated Begins Liquidating Billabong, Quiksilver, Volcom, Honolua Stores
The company is working with retail liquidation experts Gordon Brothers on the process, SESO has learned.
News January 30, 2025
Pacsun CEO on the Retailer’s Resurgence and Ambitious Growth Plans
Pacsun's embrace of live streaming on social channels and other digital strategies is propelling growth online and in…
Executive Edition January 27, 2025
Key Surf Specialty Accounts on Licensing Changes, Holiday Results
SESO followed up with 11 key specialty accounts to ask about holiday results, including what brands and categories…
Executive Edition January 24, 2025
Photos from Zumiez Annual 100K Employee Recognition Party
Brands went all out this year to reward the top sales people at important industry account Zumiez.
News January 24, 2025
The Many Challenges Ahead for New REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton
Laughton is a retail heavy hitter. Outdoor industry observers outline the many challenges she will face, including returning…
Executive Edition January 22, 2025
REI CEO Eric Artz to Retire; Nike Exec Named CEO
Mary Beth Laughton, a former REI board director, will join as president on February 3 before assuming full…
News January 22, 2025
