Designer Brands acquires footwear brand Topo Athletic

David Corson February 20, 2023

DSW owner Designer Brands has acquired footwear brand Topo Athletic as part of the company's commitment to expand its roster of company-owned shoe brands. Designer said earlier this year that it aims to increase revenue from owned and licensed brands, including Vince Camuto and Jessica Simpson, to one-third of total sales by 2026, up from 19% today. Footwear News

The 2023 Hybrid Summit

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Portman Holdings to develop 800-room Cincinnati hotel

Portman Holdings has been chosen as the developer of the proposed $482 million hotel that will be located near the Duke Energy Convention Center in Cincinnati. Based on an initial design, the hotel will be approximately 26 stories tall and include 800 guest rooms, retail