April 12, 2021 Genesco Targeted by Activist Investor for Board Takeover
Legion Partners Asset Management wants GCO to divest its non-core businesses to focus on Journeys, and has nominated its own slate of seven candidates for the retailer’s board of directors. Nike Tops Brand Finance Value List Again
The brand valuation consultancy’s Apparel 50 2021 list of the world’s most valuable apparel brands was headed by the Eager Beavertons for the seventh year in a row, but its value dropped by 13% to $30.4 billion. G-Form Acquired by Eldridge Industries
The Greenwich, CT-based investment holding company has acquired G-Form and intends to expand the protective equipment maker’s product line and grow international distribution. Nike Will Sell Refurbished Sneakers
The Eager Beavertons will test a new program selling refurbished footwear at 15 of its retail stores, as part of its Move to Zero commitment to zero carbon and zero waste. Yue Yuen Revenues Jump in March
Yue Yuen’s footwear manufacturing business and Pou Sheng Chinese retail sales both had easy comparisons last month to Mar. ‘20’s pandemic shutdown. United Tactical Systems Taps Bob Plaschke as CEO
The maker of First Strike paintball systems and PepperBall non-lethal protection equipment hired Plaschke to lead the company and expand its sales to consumers and in the government and law enforcement market.
YETI is suing Yeti Products LLC, which does business as Yeti Yoga, for trademark infringement and related charges, claiming that the defendant’s yoga mats and related products are causing confusion in the marketplace. CPSC Recall: PIEPS Avalanche Transceivers
Expanding on a recall that was first announced last month, Clarus’ Black Diamond Equipment unit is recalling about 78,600 PIEPS model DSP Pro, DSP Pro Ice, and DSP Sport avalanche transceivers. Etcetera: PGA Tour Superstore, SITKA, Tilly’s, Core Health & Fitness, Rebel Sport, Takeya USA
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