United States
AAFA and Haiti formalize relationship
The American Apparel & Footwear Association signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Association of Industries of Haiti (ADIH) for future collaboration on issues related to the industry
Zion Armstrong is the new head of adidas North America
adidas has appointed Zion Armstrong as President of adidas North America effective from the 1st of July 2018
Steven Alan is downsizing
The US-based retailer is about to close stores and exit wholesale, after a rough couple of years
Michael Jackson's moonwalk shoes up for auction
The black loafers used by Michael Jackson to perform his signature moonwalk for the first time on stage are going up for auction
Nike's VP leaves company
Greg Thompson, VP of Express Lane Footwear, has left the company, a company spokesman said. This is the most recent announcement in a series of executive departures at the sportswear giant Nike
Record quarterly sales for Skechers
The US-based sportswear giant has announced 2018 first quarter results. Record sales of 1.25 billion US dollars and an increase of 16.5% mark another record for the company's quarterly sales
Steve Madden: first quarter exceeds expectations
The US-based designer and marketer of fashion footwear and accessories announced first quarter net sales increasing by 6.2%, driven by growth in both the retail and wholesale segments
Tapestry appoints CEO & Brand President for Stuart Weitzman
The New York-based group announced the appointment of Eraldo Poletto as Chief Executive Officer and Brand President of Stuart Weitzman. He is expected to join the Company by the end of April
Nordstrom opens flagship in New York
The US- based retailer opened the doors to its very first flagship today. Located in New York City, with three-level 47 000 square foot, this is the first ever stand-alone men's store of the brand
KEEN welcomes Tim Bartels
Portland-based outdoor and lifestyle footwear brand as announced Tim Bartels as the new Vice President of sales for the Outdoor, Lifestyle and Kids (OLK) categories at KEEN
Foot Locker remains a highly profitable company
Richard Johnson, Chairman of the Board and CEO of the New York-based specialty athletic retailer commented the financial results for Foot Locker's fourth quarter and full year
Retail sales increase by 4.4%
According to the FDRA, Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America, quoting the National Retail Federation, February retail sales increased by 4.4% year-over-year as the economy continued to grow. The numbers exclude automobiles, gasoline stations and restaurants
Macy’s CFO to retire
Macy’s, Inc. announced Karen Hoguet, Chief Financial Officer, will retire by February 2019. Transition plan is underway
Nine West near bankruptcy plans to sell footwear
The New York-based footwear, accessories, women's apparel, and jeanswear company with a portfolio of brands that includes Nine West, Anne Klein, and Gloria Vanderbilt announced that it has filed voluntary petitions for reorganization under Chapter 11 of the US Bankruptcy Code
Shoe Carnival’s athletic mix expands to 53%
The company recently reported 2017 results, marked by earnings rising by 30.1% on an adjusted basis, hitting the high end of guidance. Same-store sales dipped by 0.5%. Now more details were made public-
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