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Bolingbrook – October 19, 2026 -- Gerflor North America has begun offering select sports flooring products that contain Nike Grind materials, made from manufacturing scrap and end-of-life footwear, under an authorized licensee arrangement.

Gerflor North America becomes an authorized Nike Grind licensee

The company uses Nike Grind-derived material as an ingredient in eligible flooring products. The offering is limited to select products rather than the full portfolio.

Gerflor North America says the move supports its focus on responsible material sourcing and product innovation.

Newark, N.J. – October 08, 2026 -- Cheryl McCants, Founder and CEO of Impact Consulting Enterprises, was named one of 50 inaugural honorees in the Women to KNOW in New Jersey program, a recognition presented by KNOW Women for leadership, entrepreneurship and community impact across the state.

McCants is honored for nearly four decades of business and civic leadership

Leeds – September 24, 2026 -- Noto Group, an executive search and leadership advisory firm serving consumer brands across North America and Europe, has appointed Kirsty Schofield and Cody Johns as Senior Partners, expanding the firm's global consumer leadership practice.

Schofield brings 15 years of UK-based search experience to fashion, beauty and wellness mandates

Schofield, a founding member and shareholder of PartnerWise, built a senior-level search practice serving consumer brands across Europe, Asia and North America. She holds Hogan assessment certification and will work alongside Senior Partner John Copeland to extend Noto Group's international reach in fashion, lifestyle, beauty and wellness sectors.

Tokyo – – September 18, 2026 -- Science in Sport (SiS) has been named the official performance fuel and hydration partner of the Nike After Dark Tour, a seven-city night-running series expected to draw more than 55,000 participants globally in 2026.

SiS and Nike launch first co-branded performance nutrition range

The partnership marks the first time Nike has created a co-branded nutrition range with a performance nutrition company. The collaboration spans energy, hydration and recovery products, backed by a dedicated microsite and participant education program.

Every runner receives a race-specific SiS x Nike Race Pack

All participants across the seven Tour events will be issued a bespoke race pack covering hydration, energy and recovery needs. A limited version of the range will go on public sale in the UK, US and Australia starting September 18, 2026.