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Leatt Corp

LEATApparelCape Town, South Africa

Leatt Corporation is a global enterprise specializing in the design, development, promotion, and distribution of personal safety gear for individuals engaging in various motorsports and recreational pursuits. A cornerstone of their product line is the Leatt-Brace system, an innovative injection-molded neck protection device specifically engineered to safeguard the cervical spine and prevent neck injuries. Beyond neck support, the company also supplies an extensive array of protective equipment, including helmets crafted for head and brain safety, along with a comprehensive range of body armor such as chest protectors, full upper body guards, protective vests, back protectors, knee braces, knee and elbow pads, impact-absorbing shorts, cooling vests, specialized off-road motorcycle boots, and mountain biking footwear. Furthermore, Leatt offers a diverse selection of accessories and apparel, spanning from goggles and various types of bags (toolbelt, duffel, gear, helmet, and hydration options) to casual wear like clothing, caps, and hats. The apparel collection also features jackets, jerseys, pants, shorts, socks, and gloves, in addition to aftermarket support items. Uniquely, Leatt also functions as an original equipment manufacturer (OEM), producing neck braces that are retailed under different brands. Their protective gear is utilized by a wide spectrum of athletes and enthusiasts, including riders of motorcycles, bicycles, snowmobiles, and ATVs, as well as participants in motor racing and other sports requiring head protection. Leatt's products reach customers globally through a well-established network of independent distributors and retailers, complemented by direct sales via their official e-commerce platform, leatt.com. Tracing its origins back to 2001, the company was initially incorporated as Treadzone, Inc., before adopting the name Leatt Corporation in May 2005. It maintains its corporate headquarters in Durbanville, South Africa.

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Leatt Corp at a glance

Leatt Corp is an apparel company headquartered in Cape Town, South Africa. It is publicly listed (LEAT) with a market capitalisation of $72.3M. Xcout tracks 8 named people at Leatt Corp, including Sean MacDonald (Chief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, President & Director).

Industry
Apparel
Headquarters
Cape Town, South Africa
Market cap
$72.3M
Employees
75
Ticker
LEAT

Leatt Corp leadership

  • Sean MacDonaldChief Executive Officer, Chief Financial Officer, President & Director
  • Lara-Jane PretoriusChief Legal & Compliance Officer and Corporate Secretary
  • Christopher James LeattFounder, Chairman and Research & Development Consultant
  • Erik OlssonInternational GM & Head of International Distribution
  • Michael MasonInvestor Relations
  • Christopher James LeattDirector

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Deckers Outdoor CorporationDECK · Apparel - Footwear & AccessoriesGoleta, United States
63% matchPublicAI 3/100 ▼Green 19/100 ▼

Deckers Outdoor Corporation, operating with its subsidiaries, is a global enterprise dedicated to the creation, promotion, and distribution of footwear, apparel, and accessories. Its product lines serve both casual everyday needs and specialized high-performance activities. The company manages a portfolio of prominent brands: Under the UGG label, it offers premium footwear, clothing, and related items. Teva is known for its range of sandals, shoes, and boots. Sanuk provides comfortable, relaxed casual shoes and sandals. For the athletic segment, particularly ultra-runners and other athletes, Hoka supplies specialized footwear and apparel. Lastly, Koolaburra features fashionable casual footwear, often incorporating plush materials. Deckers employs a multi-faceted sales approach. Its products are available through wholesale channels, including major department stores, independent outdoor and action sports retailers, large national retail chains, and various third-party online platforms. Concurrently, the company engages directly with consumers via its own network of physical retail outlets and e-commerce websites. Globally, Deckers extends its reach across the United States, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Canada, and Latin America, leveraging a broad network of distributors and retailers. As of March 31, 2022, its direct-to-consumer footprint included 149 retail locations worldwide, comprising 75 concept stores and 74 outlet stores. Established in 1973, Deckers Outdoor Corporation maintains its corporate headquarters in Goleta, California.

Market cap$11.3B
Employees6,000
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VF CORP VF0R30 · ApparelUnited States
62% matchPublic

V.F. Corporation, together with its affiliated companies, specializes in the complete lifecycle of branded lifestyle clothing, footwear, and related merchandise, from initial design and sourcing to marketing and distribution. Their offerings cater to men, women, and children across continents, operating throughout the Americas, Europe, and the Asia-Pacific region. The company structures its operations into three primary divisions: Outdoor, Active, and Work. Its broad product catalog includes a wide variety of apparel—such as outdoor-specific gear, merino wool items, general lifestyle wear, and casual attire—alongside an extensive selection of footwear. This footwear range covers outdoor-inspired, performance-based, youth culture/action sports-influenced, streetwear, and protective work styles. Additionally, V.F. Corporation provides equipment and numerous accessories like handbags, luggage, backpacks, and totes, as well as work and work-inspired lifestyle clothing and shoes. These products are sold under a portfolio of renowned brand names, including The North Face, Timberland, Smartwool, Icebreaker, Altra, Vans, Supreme, Kipling, Napapijri, Eastpak, JanSport, Dickies, and Timberland PRO. V.F. Corporation employs a dual distribution approach: primarily through wholesale channels to specialty stores, department stores, national chains, and mass merchants, complemented by a strong direct-to-consumer model that encompasses its own retail stores, concession outlets, e-commerce platforms, and other digital selling avenues. Established in 1899, the company maintains its corporate headquarters in Denver, Colorado.

Market cap$6.7B
Employees18,000
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Amer SportsAS · ApparelHelsinki, Finland
61% matchPublic

Amer Sports, Inc. is a global enterprise dedicated to the creation, production, promotion, and sale of athletic equipment, clothing, footwear, and related accessories. The company's extensive reach covers Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Americas, China, and the wider Asia Pacific region. Its operations are structured into three main divisions. The Technical Apparel segment focuses on high-performance outdoor wear, shoes, and accessories, primarily under the Arc'teryx and Peak Performance brands. The Outdoor Performance segment supplies a variety of outdoor apparel, footwear, accessories, and winter sports gear from labels such as Salomon, Atomic, Armada, and ENVE. Finally, the Ball & Racquet Sports segment delivers sports equipment, activewear, and accessories, featuring prominent brands like Wilson, DeMarini, Louisville Slugger, EvoShield, and ATEC. Beyond these brand-specific offerings, Amer Sports' product range includes specialized items like climbing gear, hiking and running shoes, skiing and snowboarding equipment, functional athletic apparel, and lifestyle footwear. They also provide sporting goods for popular activities such as tennis, baseball, American football, basketball, golf, and many other professional and recreational sports. The company's products are distributed through a diverse network that encompasses its own retail stores, major sporting goods retailers, specialty shops, independently operated partner stores, and various distributors. Furthermore, sales are conducted online via their proprietary e-commerce platforms, as well as through retailer-owned and third-party e-commerce sites. Established in 1950 and headquartered in Helsinki, Finland, the company was previously known as Amer Sports Management Holding (Cayman) Limited, officially changing its name to Amer Sports, Inc. in August 2023.

Market cap$19.1B
Employees13,400
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