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Earlier this month, the entire #TeamRiddell sales force gathered in Cleveland, Ohio to kick off our upcoming sales year. Each year we use this time as an opportunity for our reps to strengthen their knowledge of our business and connect with teammates. With the uniqueness of this year's event being so close to our North Ridgeville, Ohio production plant, they also had the opportunity to visit our facility and participate in activities on-site. This was a great opportunity for our reps, who work remotely throughout the country, to connect with our on-site team and better understand their roles in helmet assembly and reconditioning. We are excited for the year ahead and look forward to another great Sales Kickoff event in 2025.

💬 Ever wondered what it takes to shape the future of sports branding? 💬 On the last episode of ES Think Tank Season 1, our host Trey Holder joins Emily Griffin, Senior VP of Marketing and Brand at the Detroit Lions, and Erin Griffin, Senior VP of Marketing and Communication at Riddell to discuss their journeys, key strategies, and insights on leading iconic brands in an ever evolving sports landscape. Don’t miss this chance to learn from two of the most influential women in sports marketing! Watch the full interview live tomorrow at 12:00 PM ET/ 09:00 AM PST, only on esfancast.tv!

At Riddell, we've been proudly celebrating #HispanicHeritageMonth across our U.S. and Mexico facilities. Through a variety of initiatives, we have been able to recognize the Hispanic culture and highlight achievements of the community throughout history. Check out some of our celebrations below. #TeamRiddell

Today, the NFL announced encouraging data about how advanced helmet technology is helping make the game safer. Riddell is pleased to be leading helmet innovation forward and seeing the numbers reflect this commitment.

This is a great look inside our history, continued innovation, and leadership in football head protection.

We at #TeamRiddell are proud to have the highest-ranked helmet available to NFL players this season as well as three of the five safest helmets ever tested by the league.

Today, Riddell announced a leadership team transition. Dan Arment, President and CEO, will be retiring at the end of the year and will remain involved as a Senior Advisor and board member. He is succeeded by Allison Boersma, the current CFO and COO, who will also join the board. John Fitch, current VP of Finance, will be promoted to CFO. Both Allison and John’s roles begin effective January 1, 2025. Dan has played an essential role in advancing the game of football, particularly with our industry-leading head protection, while serving the sport and its stakeholders during a dynamic time. Under Dan’s direction, Riddell has achieved unprecedented financial performance and has been solidified as the market leader. Allison has always led with an employee-centric mindset and was critically important in maximizing the company’s growth during her tenure. Coupled with John’s financial expertise and innovative approach, the company is poised to continue its positive trajectory. You can read the full announcement here: https://lnkd.in/dqRMhR-v

Advancing protection and performance for all football athletes is our mission at Riddell.

Are you ready for an inspirational story? 🏈🌲💫 After experiencing a seizure during football practice in the Flagstaff High School weight room, which led to a brain tumor diagnosis, wish kid Stephen’s teammates rallied around him with support. The next day, several of Stephen’s teammates delivered a poster filled with encouraging messages signed by the entire team. This poster became a symbol of hope and was “the very first thing I wanted to see after surgery,” shared Stephen. Stephen immediately thought of others when he qualified for Make-A-Wish. His wish — to give helmets to his high school football varsity team — will continue to give back to the teammates who gave so much to him. With help from Riddell, Stephen's wish will provide his teammates with a lasting gift designed to enhance player protection while helping maximize performance on the field. “By receiving these helmets from Make-A-Wish and Riddell, I hope it inspires my teammates to know that there is always a next step, regardless of circumstance,” said Stephen. “Whether it’s a game, a quarter, a play, or life, you can always push through it, overcome adversity, and keep moving.” Initially, it seemed unlikely Stephen would wear one of these helmets with his team. However, thanks to successful treatment, wish kid Stephen will suit up with the rest of the team this fall. You can be like Stephen and help give the gift of a life-changing wish! ➡ Donate today to create brighter days for wish kids at arizona.wish.org/donate. ☀

📢 Exciting News from Riddell! We’re thrilled to welcome Aravind Kashyap as our new Chief Information Officer (CIO)! Aravind will play a key role in supporting Riddell’s continued growth by strengthening IT's connection to key business objectives. He brings extensive experience in IT leadership, specializing in improving IT infrastructure and delivering top-tier information management systems. His background across manufacturing, retail, and consumer goods industries positions him to excel in this new chapter at Riddell. A lifelong learner, avid sports fan, and worldwide traveler, please join us in welcoming Aravind to #TeamRiddell! #Leadership #CIO #Innovation