Dick’s Sporting Goods news and archive

Dick’s Sporting Goods names Ray Sliva as executive vice president, stores

Dick’s Sporting Goods has announced the appointment of Ray Sliva as executive vice president, stores, effective January 3, 2023. Sliva, the company said in a release, will report to the company’s president and CEO Lauren Hobart and serve as a key member of the company's executive leadership team. "Our stores are a critical touchpoint with our...

Fashion

Dick’s Sporting Goods launches men’s athleisure brand, VRST

Dick’s Sporting Goods has launched a men’s athletic apparel brand, VRST, as it looks to tap into the fast-growing athleisure segment. As well as being available through Dick’s online and physical stores, VRST will have its own e-commerce site, becoming only the second brand exclusively sold at Dick’s to have its own dedicated website after Calia...

People

Dick’s Sporting Goods names Lauren Hobart as CEO

Dick’s Sporting Goods has appointed Lauren Hobart as the company’s new CEO, effective February 1, 2021. Hobart brings more than 25 years of consumer, finance and retail experience and is currently the president of Dick’s Sporting Goods. Prior to this role, she spent 14 years at PepsiCo in various leadership positions before she was named chief...