Authentic and International Apparel Corporation sign alliance to boost Dockers' growth in Central America, South America and the Caribbean

(New York, NY and Panama) – (February 23, 2026) – Authentic Brands Group (Authentic), a global brand development and licensing platform, today announced a long-term strategic alliance with International Apparel Corporation (IAC), a leading apparel retailer, wholesaler, distributor, and manufacturer, to drive Dockers' growth in Central America, Ecuador, the Andean region, and select Caribbean markets.

IAC will oversee manufacturing and distribution in key categories, including men's and women's lifestyle apparel and accessories. This alliance establishes a dedicated platform to support Dockers' expansion across diverse commercial and cultural environments within these markets.

“IAC is an industry leader with deep operational expertise and a proven track record of expanding lifestyle brands in the region,” said Corey Salter, President of Entertainment and International at Authentic. “We are excited to partner with them and have full confidence in their ability to bring Dockers to new consumers while preserving the brand's unique DNA.”

Authentic and IAC share a common vision focused on long-term brand building, operational excellence, and a local approach to product, distribution, and market activation. By combining Dockers' global recognition with IAC's regional expertise, business relationships, and consumer insights, the alliance is designed to generate significant growth while maintaining strong relevance in each market.

“We are incredibly honored, excited, and proud of this long-term strategic alliance with Authentic and, in particular, with the Dockers brand, with whom we have worked and built relationships over the past two decades in Central America. We are committed to leveraging this alliance to strengthen our product offerings and reach new heights within the fashion industry, and we look forward to undertaking this new project with all the strength and determination of IAC,” stated Denis Abadi, co-owner and CEO of IAC.

This long-term alliance reinforces Authentic’s commitment to building strong regional partnerships that drive the growth of its brands through strategic partners in each market.

About Authentic Brands Group

Authentic Brands Group (Authentic) is a leading platform across sports, media, entertainment, and lifestyle. As the owner of some of the world’s most iconic and recognized intellectual properties, Authentic acquires and invests in brands to create long-term value for all its stakeholders.

With a digital-first approach and an asset-light model, Authentic sits at the intersection of culture, commerce, and technology. It brings brands to life and cultivates communities of followers through powerful storytelling, premium content, and memorable live experiences. Together with nearly 2,000 world-class licensing partners in 150 countries and an extensive distribution network, Authentic’s brands generate more than $38 billion in annual retail sales globally.

Authentic’s diversified portfolio includes more than 50 brands and reaches nearly one billion followers across social media. These include Reebok, Champion, Shaquille O’Neal, David Beckham, Kevin Hart, Sports Illustrated, Elvis Presley, Muhammad Ali, Marilyn Monroe, Guess?, Aéropostale, Nautica, Eddie Bauer, Lucky Brand, Nine West, Brooks Brothers, Juicy Couture, Vince Camuto, Izod, Van Heusen, Dockers, Ted Baker, Hart Schaffner Marx, Vince, Barneys New York, Judith Leiber, Quiksilver, Spyder, Billabong, Volcom, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, Prince, Sperry, and Hunter.

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