Claudia Klingelhöfer
Sport has, in different variations, been an integral part of my life. I grew up being a badminton player, fell in love with snowboarding and nowadays I’m a passionate mountain biker. I also have a diploma in Sports, Media and Communication and also one in Sociology. I’m a qualified journalist with experience in communication and digital marketing.
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IRX: New Europe-wide B2B running expo in Amsterdam
A new running expo aims to bring together the B2B running community in Amsterdam in November 2025.
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Nemo: How customer centric design philosophy for meaningful action works
In an exclusive interview, NEMO Equipment shares how their customer-centric design philosophy fuels eco-conscious innovation in outdoor gear.
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Intersport Austria reports stable performance
Two factors in particular were crucial to the company’s sales success.
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PSG and Snipes announce partnership
Sneaker and streetwear retailer Snipes will be on the back of PSG’s team kit for three years
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How Kevin Ross wants to increase Under Armour’s influence in Europe
Under Armour’s Senior Vice President and EMEA Managing Director talks about regional adaptions and the role of sportswear.
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Under Armour’s Kevin Ross: “It’s about more than just the game”
Kevin Ross, SVP and EMEA Managing Director at Under Armour, discusses how the brand leverages sports for social impact, focusing on youth empowerment and community well-being. Discover how Under Armour’s initiatives and partnerships aim to prepare young athletes for success in life beyond sports.
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Addressing physical inactivity: Nike’s strategic approach to inspiring youth
In an exclusive interview, Nike’s Rosalyn Menon Kennedy reveals the company’s initiatives to promote an active lifestyle among youth.
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Asics’ Gary Raucher: “Our role in society is inspire people to move”
SGI Europe spoke to Gary Raucher, Executive Vice President, Head of Product, Marketing, and Merchandising at Asics, about the brand’s influential role in promoting physical and mental health through sport.
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Pentland’s Simon Rowe: “We have a responsibility to drive change”
Pentland Brands is on a mission to get people moving. Discover how their sports brands like Speedo and Canterbury want to help 100 million people to be more active.
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Global decline of physical movement and how the sporting goods industry can take up this challenge
The global decline in physical activity poses serious health risks, and the sporting goods industry is uniquely positioned to address this challenge through innovative initiatives.
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WFSGI CEO Emma Zwiebler: “We need to tackle the physical activity crisis by harnessing the power of our industry”
Physical inactivity is on the rise, posing a major threat to public health and the sporting goods industry.
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Climate responsibility rating: H&M and Inditex are better than Nike and Adidas
This is what the Corporate Climate Responsibility Monitor says about climate targets and measures.
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“Biggest marketing investment ever”: Puma launches brand campaign
Puma wants to revitalize its brand identity to focus on “athletic excellence.” This is how.
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Adidas ends partnership with Parley for the Oceans
In a notable shift in its sustainability efforts, Adidas has announced the cessation of its long-standing partnership.
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Germany’s kit controversy: Adidas halts jersey customization
Once again, Germany is embroiled in a debate over its national football team’s kit. This time it’s about the back numbers.
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Adidas CEO Bjørn Gulden: “Why ‘no’?”
Albeit Adidas presented the first loss in 30 years, CEO Gulden is driven by optimism.
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Maria Valdes: Diversity, equity and inclusion are core values for a brand’s success
Puma’s Chief Product Officer talks in an exclusive SGI Europe interview about overcoming biases in the sporting goods industry.
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International Women’s Day: Sport is making progress and still has a long way to go
Women have gained more visibility and relevance in sports, but what impact does this have?
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Ulrika Björk: “Appoint more women to the board of directors!”
We spoke to Polygiene-CEO Ulrika Björk. She says ”I encourage diversity, but it will never come with a cost of performance or for the sake of.”
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Puma CEO Arne Freundt: “Puma is the challenger in sports and sports culture”
Puma is facing a crucial year in a difficult market environment. Sharpening the brand profile and raising consumer awareness in two difficult markets is key for the brand in 2024.