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Rocky Brands creates Chief Operating Officer role
The Ohio-based company announced that CFO Tom Robertson has been promoted to the newly-created role of COO. He will be responsible for overseeing the day-to-day business operations of Rocky Brands
Timberland launches circular boot
Timberloop Utility Boots are the highlight of the new Fall/Winter 2022 Earthkeepers by RÆBURN collection, designed to be fully disassembled and recycled at the end of their useful life
Under Armour announces changes in the leadership team
The Baltimore-based company revealed that David Baxter will assume the role of President of the Americas' region and Mehri Shadman has been appointed Chief Legal Officer and Corporate Secretary
VF Corp cuts full year outlook but outlines long-term growth strategy
The US-based apparel and footwear group revised its outlook for the current fiscal year after lower-than-expected results in the second quarter. It also mapped out a 5-year strategic growth plan
French Edit Pop-Up opens at Chelsea Market in NY
The French Footwear Edit Pop-Up opened on the 1st of October at Neighbourhood Goods in Chelsea Market, featuring six brands that display the diversity of French craftsmanship in shoes
Nike announces first quarter results
The US-based company reported revenue growth in the first quarter of fiscal 2023, but a decline in earnings mainly due to overstocked inventory. Performance in China impacted by COVID-19-related disruptions
US holiday sales to grow at a slower pace
Due to inflation, US holiday retail sales are likely to increase in the 2022-2033 holiday season at a slower pace than last year. E-commerce might be an opportunity as consumers try to maximize their spending
Mexico: footwear exports on track to grow by more than 50% this year
The Mexican footwear industry estimates to export between 32 and 35 million pairs by the end of 2022, which would reflect a growth year-over-year of more than 50%
Columbia Sportswear outlines 3-year growth targets
The US-based company is expecting to reach net sales of 4.5 billion US dollars to 4.7 billion US dollars by 2025, reflecting a three-year compound annual rate of growth (CAGR) of 9% to 11%
US footwear price increases appear to be slowing down
Despite rising inflation, data from the Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) suggests that footwear prices are showing some signs of moderating, though slowly
Skechers SVP of Domestic Sales Rick Graham to retire
After being with Skechers for nearly 30 years, Senior Vice President of Domestic Sales Rick Graham announced his retirement. He will be succeeded by Pete Calichman, who joined the company in 2017
Original Footwear Company appoints new CEO
The US-based manufacturer of military and law enforcement footwear appointed the global footwear and apparel brand executive Mark Cavanaugh as the new Chief Executive Officer
Todd Krinsky is Reebok's new CEO
Authentic Brands Group, the owner of Reebok, has named Todd Krinsky to the role of CEO. He succeeds Matt O'Toole, who led the sportswear brand for over 15 years and will join ABG in January 2023
Genesco lowers full year outlook
As Journeys failed to meet expectations in the second quarter of fiscal 2023, and in light of the current impact inflation is having on consumer spending, the company lowered its guidance for the full year
Caleres reports strong performance
The US-based footwear group posted record consolidated net sales and earnings in the second quarter of fiscal 2022, raising its sales outlook for the full year-
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