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The Athlete’s Foot reports 7 percent revenue growth in 2023

In 2023, The Athlete's Foot (TAF), reported a 7 percent surge in sales to 593 million dollars. Commenting on the results, Param Singh, chairman of Arklyz Group, said in a statement: "I am proud to share that TAF's remarkable 7 percent sales growth to 593 million dollars is a testament in executing to our strategic vision and unwavering...

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The Athlete’s Foot names new lead merchandiser and buyer

Footwear retailer The Athlete’s Foot (TAF) has announced the appointment of Beth Greenfield to the role of lead merchandiser and buyer. Greenfield joins the company with over 25 years of experience in the retail, buying and merchandising sectors. In this new role she will report directly to TAF’s president and general manager of Americas,...

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The Athlete’s Foot promotes Darius Billings to VP marketing

The specialty footwear and lifestyle chain, The Athlete's Foot (TAF), has announced the expansion of its marketing team and promotion of two key executives to close out a successful 2022. The company said in a release that Darius Billings has been promoted to VP of marketing: community engagement and StAART and Cassidy Dansberry to marketing...

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The Athlete’s Foot teams up with Adidas School of Experiential Education

Global retailer of athletic footwear, apparel, and accessories The Athlete’s Foot (TAF) is collaborating with German sportswear brand Adidas’ School of Experiential Education in Design (S.E.E.D.) on the Soles of Hope Event, set to take place in New Orleans on November 20th. The aim of the Soles of Hope event benefits the residents and families...

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Arklyz acquires sportswear retailers Shoe City and YCMC

Arklyz has announced the acquisition of US sneaker and streetwear retail chain Shoe City together with its e-commerce counterpart, Your City My City (YCMC). The Baltimore-based retailer will be joining the brand management group through The Athlete's Foot (TAF), its most recent acquisition in the sports footwear arena. Arklyz said its goal is to...

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Arklyz Group acquires Asphaltgold

In continuation of its global expansion strategy, the Arklyz Group has announced the acquisition of streetwear omnichannel retailer, Asphaltgold, effective immediately. Led by The Athlete’s Foot owner, which it acquired in 2021, Asphaltgold will proceed to operate its online retail platform through Europe, as well as its brick and mortar stores...