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Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) announces the retirement of Doug Morse, Senior Vice President of Emerging Brands, set for summer 2021. Craig Zanon has been appointed to succeed him, effective April 5th. CEO Tim Boyle highlighted Zanon's extensive experience from Nike to drive growth for SOREL, Mountain Hardwear, and prAna. Morse, a long-serving member since 1994, has significantly contributed to business development and acquisitions. The transition aims to ensure continuity in leadership and strategic focus on brand-led initiatives.

The athleisure market is projected to grow by USD 80.74 billion between 2020 and 2024, despite facing challenges from the COVID-19 pandemic. Technavio’s report highlights that market growth is expected to outpace 2019 levels as businesses adapt through response, recovery, and renewal phases. Key strategies for companies include adjusting strategic planning and building resilience through effective resource allocation. Factors influencing market forecasts include the impact of lockdowns, changes in consumer behavior, and scenario-based planning.

Columbia Sportswear Company (NASDAQ: COLM) reported its fourth quarter 2020 results, revealing net sales of $915.7 million, down 4% year-over-year. Despite a challenging environment, gross margin improved to 50.6%, while net income fell 16% to $95.8 million ($1.44 per diluted share). The company achieved significant e-commerce growth of 41% and announced plans to resume share repurchases and pay a quarterly dividend of $0.26 per share. CEO Tim Boyle highlighted ongoing pandemic-related risks but expressed optimism for continued recovery in 2021.

Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) has appointed Skip Potter as Executive Vice President and Chief Digital Information Officer effective April 1, 2021. Potter will lead the company’s global technology organization, focusing on enhancing digital capabilities and supply chain functions. His extensive background includes four years as Nike’s Chief Technology Officer and previous roles at Capital One and British Telecommunications. This strategic move aims to bolster Columbia's digital transformation under the leadership of CEO Tim Boyle.

Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) will release its fourth quarter 2020 financial results on February 4, 2021, at 4:00 p.m. ET. Following this, CFO Jim Swanson will provide a detailed review of the financial results around 4:15 p.m. ET, which will be available on Form 8-K and the company’s website. A conference call for analysts and investors is set for 5:00 p.m. ET, with dial-in details provided for participation. Columbia is a leader in active lifestyle apparel and footwear, with brands sold in approximately 90 countries.

Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) announced the appointment of Tim Sheerin as Senior Vice President of U.S. Sales for the Columbia brand. Sheerin, who previously spent twenty years at Nike, will report to Franco Fogliato, EVP of Global Omni-Channel. His experience in commercial leadership and strategy is expected to strengthen Columbia’s position in the U.S. market and drive growth. Fogliato emphasized Sheerin's ability to lead high-performance teams, suggesting positive implications for Columbia's sales performance in the coming years.

Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) has appointed John Culver to its board of directors and Compensation Committee, effective January 5, 2021. Culver, currently a group president at Starbucks Corp. (Nasdaq: SBUX), brings nearly two decades of international growth experience. He oversees operations in 60 markets and has insights into consumer trends and digital transformation. Tim Boyle, Chairman and CEO, expressed enthusiasm for Culver's expertise to help Columbia focus on its international omni-channel growth strategies.

Columbia Sportswear Company (Nasdaq: COLM) will release its third quarter 2020 financial results on October 29, 2020, at 4:00 p.m. ET. Following the release, CFO Jim Swanson will provide a review of the results around 4:15 p.m. ET via a Form 8-K and through the company's website. A conference call for analysts and investors is scheduled for 5:00 p.m. ET, accessible by dialing 877-407-9205 or through a live webcast on the Investor Relations section of Columbia's website.

Columbia Sportswear (Nasdaq: COLM) unveils its groundbreaking Omni-Heat Black Dot technology, designed as the outdoor industry's first external thermal shield for cold protection. This innovation uses thousands of multilayered black dots that capture solar heat, enhancing warmth retention. Complementing the Omni-Heat 3D lining, the new collection includes three jacket styles, retailing from $280 to $600. The launch celebrates a decade of Omni-Heat innovations, reaffirming Columbia's position as a leader in outdoor apparel technology.