Brooks Running reported 23% sales growth in the first quarter, driven by strong demand across regions and channels. North America rose 20%, Europe, the Middle East and Africa gained 30%, and China surged 136%. Apparel sales increased 33%, led by the Dash collection and padded bras. CEO Dan Sheridan attributed the record quarter to product innovation and global expansion. The company also reshuffled leadership, promoting Carson Caprara to chief product officer, expanding CMO Melanie Allen’s role, and naming Mike Billish senior vice president and general manager of the Americas.

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