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Lululemon founder Chip Wilson seeks board reform amid shareholder value concerns

Chip Wilson, the founder and a significant shareholder of Canadian athletic apparel company Lululemon, has launched a public campaign to reform the company board of directors. In a letter addressed to shareholders on February 27, 2026, Wilson expressed dissatisfaction with the current strategic oversight and the performance of the brand, citing...

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lululemon announces 100th store opening in EMEA

lululemon announced the upcoming opening of the 100th lululemon store in its Europe, Middle East, and Africa (EMEA) market, marking a significant milestone in the brand’s international expansion journey. Across EMEA, lululemon stores are a blend of company- and franchise-operated locations, reflecting the brand’s agile and considered approach to...

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Lululemon expands presence in London with Kensington High Street store

Canadian athleisure brand Lululemon has opened its thirteenth store in London, on Kensington High Street, as it continues to invest in the UK market. The 7,000-square-foot store at 132-136 Kensington High Street in West London spans two floors and introduces Lululemon’s latest design concept, revolving around community and showcasing the brand’s...

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In Pictures: Official team uniforms for the Milano Cortina 2026 Winter Olympics

The 2026 Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina are approaching, and fashion houses are presenting the first official team uniforms. Traditionally, these collections serve as a strategic branding moment for brands, combining national identity, heritage and performance. The games begin February 6. Team Canada dressed in Lululemon Team Canada x...

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First lululemon store to open at Birmingham Bullring

Hammerson announces that lululemon is set to make its Midlands debut at Bullring, with a brand-new 5,700 sq ft store. This is the latest example of a leading brand choosing impactful stores in only the best locations to support their growth. The new store will showcase lululemon’s latest range of activewear products for yoga, running, training,...

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Lululemon responds to founder Chip Wilson’s proxy challenge amid global CEO search

Lululemon Athletica Inc. has formally addressed a notice from its founder, Chip Wilson, regarding his intent to nominate three director candidates for election at the company’s 2026 annual meeting of shareholders. The announcement marks a significant escalation in tensions between the athleisure giant and its founder, who has been publicly...

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Lululemon founder nominates three board members as leadership remains in limbo

Chip Wilson, the founder of Lululemon Athletica, has nominated three executives for the Canadian activewear brand’s board of directors as the company’s leadership remains at a crossroads. Among the nominees, each of whom will stand for election at Lululemon’s 2026 Annual Meeting of Shareholders, Wilson has put forth Marc Maurer, the former...

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Lululemon: Activist investor reportedly secures one billion dollar stake

An activist investor is believed to have snapped up a stake worth over one billion dollars in Canadian athleisure brand Lululemon. According to sources for Reuters, Elliott Investment Management has been working with former Ralph Lauren executive Jane Nielsen as it circles the currently unoccupied helm position. FashionUnited has contacted...

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Lululemon prepares to launch into six new markets for 2026

Canadian athleisure giant Lululemon has confirmed plans to expand into six new markets in the new year as part of a franchise partnership model that responds to growing demand. Making up what is set to become a “record” year in market rollouts, the company is due to enter Greece, Austria, Poland, Hungary and Romania through a new partnership...

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Lululemon needs infusion of new skills, says founder

Chip Wilson, Founder of Lululemon Athletica, and one of its largest shareholders, stated that the board's praise for Calvin McDonald, a CEO who has overseen massive value destruction over the past two years, shows blatant disregard for shareholders. He also noted that this latest failure only amplifies the urgency the company faces and the...

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Lululemon vs. Costco dupe lawsuit: Understanding the legal battle

Lululemon sued Costco over the sale of dupes. A dupe is a product that mimics a more expensive item's look and feel to capitalise on its reputation, without necessarily copying the brand name. This dispute is one of a series of recent altercations involving brands against private labels. These brands, which tend to have the strongest reputations...

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Lululemon Americas head exits, names new CCO

Canadian activewear brand Lululemon has announced that its president of the Americas and global guest innovation, Celeste Burgoyne, is due to exit the company “for a new opportunity outside of the industry”. According to a press release, Burgoyne will remain in her position until the end of December 2025 to ensure a smooth transition. Burgoyne...