The North Face

Mercury Is Building a Learning and Entrepreneurial Culture – Lessons from Hap Klopp, Founder of The North Face

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Hap Klopp was the keynote speaker at our January quarterly meeting in Istanbul, Turkey.

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  • Hap Klopp was the keynote speaker at our January quarterly meeting in Istanbul, Turkey.
  • He delivered a keynote address chock full of lessons on how people and organizations must act in this era full of disruptions.
  • According to Hap Klopp, among other things, entrepreneurs must use the scientific method to test and experiment to find what works.
  • One of the key lessons from the exercise was to break certain established expectations that can be constraining.

The Insurance & Brokerage House Launches in Charleston

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Tuesday, January 30, 2024

Narowski is backed by the decades of experience and professionalism of Hilton Head Insurance & Brokerage, located in Hilton Head and Bluffton, SC. With over 60 years of combined experience and a team of professionals, the firm offers custom insurance plans at an affordable price for those looking to insure their home, car, boat, business, and more. With an emphasis on empathy and listening to their clients, the firm's assets are in line with Narowski's skill sets and priorities -- making the partnership a perfect match.

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  • HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C., Jan. 30, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Hilton Head Insurance & Brokerage, a leading provider in comprehensive insurance for home, auto, boat, business & more, announced it will launch The Insurance & Brokerage House in Charleston to serve that area.
  • Narowski is a licensed insurance producer who excels in customer service and time management.
  • Narowski is backed by the decades of experience and professionalism of Hilton Head Insurance & Brokerage, located in Hilton Head and Bluffton, SC.
  • "We started as a small, family-owned and operated business," said Hilton Head Insurance & Brokerage's co-owner, Jeff Hedden.

Artificial Intelligence and Commerce Collide at The RETHINK Retail Gala January 15th, 2024 in NYC

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Saturday, December 16, 2023

This exclusive event, tailored for retailers, brands and industry trailblazers, promises an immersive experience where Commerce and Artificial Intelligence (AI) seamlessly merge to shatter the boundaries of conventional thinking.

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  • This exclusive event, tailored for retailers, brands and industry trailblazers, promises an immersive experience where Commerce and Artificial Intelligence (AI) seamlessly merge to shatter the boundaries of conventional thinking.
  • "I couldn't be more thrilled about the upcoming AI in Retail Conference and the RETHINK Retail Gala.
  • Secure your ticket to The RETHINK Retail Gala and witness the dawn of a new era in retail.
  • Secure your ticket to The RETHINK Retail Gala and witness the dawn of a new era in retail.

StockX Launches '12 Days Of Giftmas,' Offers Daily Awards to Holiday Shoppers

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Monday, December 11, 2023

DETROIT, Dec. 11, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Today StockX announced its first-ever '12 Days of Giftmas' promotion, giving anyone who makes a purchase the chance to win a free site credit. Starting Wednesday, December 13, and continuing for the 12 days leading up to Christmas, one winner per day will receive the amount of their purchase back in site credit, up to $500. Winners will be revealed daily on StockX's Instagram and Twitter channels, with the first recipient announced on Thursday, December 14.

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  • Winners will be revealed daily on StockX's Instagram and Twitter channels, with the first recipient announced on Thursday, December 14.
  • The news comes amid strong holiday sales on StockX.
  • In preparation for the holidays, StockX rolled out new features to attract and better serve customers throughout the busy shopping season.
  • While non-Xpress Ship items are not guaranteed to be delivered by December 25, they are eligible for the '12 Days of Giftmas' promotion.

Alpine Group Teams Up with TrusTrace, Apparel Impact Institute, Keel Labs, Black Pearl to Bring Fashion Industry Transformation to the Forefront of COP28

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

Panellists will explore innovative technologies, green processes and next-gen materials that can drive significant reductions in carbon emissions throughout the supply chain to inspire action.

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  • Panellists will explore innovative technologies, green processes and next-gen materials that can drive significant reductions in carbon emissions throughout the supply chain to inspire action.
  • Additionally, the panel will delve into the complex relationship between policy, regulation and consumer expectations amongst the growing concern of greenwashing in the fashion sector.
  • Hosting key industry experts is not just an opportunity; it's a collective commitment to addressing the challenges head-on and unveiling actionable solutions.
  • However, scalable solutions do exist to enable brands and suppliers to collaborate and to facilitate funding for sustainable transformation.

SAXX Introduces Tom Berry as New Chief Executive Officer

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Tuesday, December 5, 2023

VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SAXX today announced the appointment of Tom Berry as Chief Executive Officer. Berry will succeed Wendy Bennison, who will remain in the business to facilitate a transition period before joining the SAXX board of directors in April 2024.

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  • VANCOUVER, BC, Dec. 5, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- SAXX today announced the appointment of Tom Berry as Chief Executive Officer.
  • Berry will succeed Wendy Bennison, who will remain in the business to facilitate a transition period before joining the SAXX board of directors in April 2024.
  • Berry succeeds Bennison, who will continue to serve as a SAXX board member moving forward.
  • "I am thrilled that Tom is joining us to lead the next chapter in this incredible brand story."

BDA Appoints Matt Ferrari as Chief Operating Officer

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

WOODINVILLE, Wash., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bensussen Deutsch & Associates, LLC (BDA), the nation's premier Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands including Major League Baseball, Johnson & Johnson, The Home Depot, NBC, and Mercedes Benz, today announced the appointment of Matt Ferrari as Chief Operating Officer. Matt is an accomplished leader bringing more than fifteen years of supply chain expertise from global heritage brands such as Johnson & Johnson, The North Face, and Timberland. As COO, Matt will oversee BDA's global operations, fulfillment centers, supplier partners, and sales support.

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  • Ferrari Brings Mastery of Supply Chain Excellence Having Managed Global Operations for Johnson & Johnson, The North Face, and Timberland
    WOODINVILLE, Wash., Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Bensussen Deutsch & Associates , LLC (BDA), the nation's premier Merchandise Agency™ for iconic brands including Major League Baseball, Johnson & Johnson, The Home Depot, NBC, and Mercedes Benz, today announced the appointment of Matt Ferrari as Chief Operating Officer.
  • As COO, Matt will oversee BDA's global operations, fulfillment centers, supplier partners, and sales support.
  • "Matt is completely dialed into the best practices of managing a worldwide network," said Jay Deutsch, CEO and co-founder of BDA.
  • With Matt on board, BDA will continue to lead the industry with top-tier customer value creation and exceptional execution."

Academy Sports + Outdoors Completes its 2023 New Store Openings with Seven New Stores

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Tuesday, November 28, 2023

KATY, Texas, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy") (Nasdaq: ASO) a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, opened seven new stores across five different states in November 2023 to complete its fiscal 2023 new store openings. Academy opened 14 new stores in fiscal 2023 and plans to continue its expansion efforts goal of opening a total of 120 to 140 new stores by the end of 2027.

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  • KATY, Texas, Nov. 28, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Academy Sports + Outdoors ("Academy") ( Nasdaq: ASO ) a leading full-line sporting goods and outdoor recreation retailer, opened seven new stores across five different states in November 2023 to complete its fiscal 2023 new store openings.
  • Academy opened 14 new stores in fiscal 2023 and plans to continue its expansion efforts goal of opening a total of 120 to 140 new stores by the end of 2027.
  • The new stores opened in the following communities: Tampa Bay, Fla ; Indianapolis, In.
  • "Academy Sports + Outdoors is excited to provide even more customers with a localized assortment that meets the needs of active families in these new communities," said Sam Johnson, President of Academy Sports + Outdoors.

REI Co-op Cyber Week Sale and holiday deals makes gift giving easy for everyone on the list

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Monday, November 27, 2023

SEATTLE, Nov. 27, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Share the love of the outdoors with friends and loved ones. No matter the weather, REI Co-op has all the best gift options for hiking, running, skiing, camping, cycling, paddling, or walking adventures. With an easy-to-navigate online gift guide, to special deals running through the month on gear, apparel and outings, REI has hundreds of ideas to help outfit anyone on the list. 

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  • No matter the weather, REI Co-op has all the best gift options for hiking, running, skiing, camping, cycling, paddling, or walking adventures.
  • With an easy-to-navigate online gift guide, to special deals running through the month on gear, apparel and outings, REI has hundreds of ideas to help outfit anyone on the list.
  • Current deals for select items will end after Cyber Monday on Nov. 27, while other deals will continue to run through Dec. 4.
  • Following the co-op's cyber week sale, stay tuned for more incredible holiday deals in mid-December and take advantage of continued great deals – some just for REI members.

DICK'S SPORTING GOODS ANNOUNCES HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE, BLACK FRIDAY DEALS AND HOURS

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Wednesday, November 15, 2023

The gift guide is available on DICKS.com and will feature updated deals throughout the holiday season, along with gifts under $50 and stocking stuffers.

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  • The gift guide is available on DICKS.com and will feature updated deals throughout the holiday season, along with gifts under $50 and stocking stuffers.
  • With DICK'S Black Friday week deals (Nov. 19 – Nov. 25), customers will find something for everyone.
  • This holiday season, DICK'S has offerings to ensure everyone receives the perfect gift, including:
    Footwear from top brands like On, Hoka, SOREL, New Balance, and Nike.
  • The Peloton Bike+, Tread and Guide are available online and at select DICK'S locations with deals offered throughout the holiday season.