Skechers Donates $3 Million to Save Dogs’ and Cats’ Lives
Bobs from Skechers, a division of Skechers USA Inc., launched a multi-year partnership with Best Friends Animal Society, the only national animal welfare organization dedicated exclusively to ending the killing of dogs and cats in America’s shelters
Brooks Signs Running Standouts
Brooks Running added Stanford's Jess Tonn and Oklahoma State University's Natalja Piliusina to the Brooks Beasts Track Club team roster…
TRX Partners with Drew Brees
TRX in collaboration with The Brees Dream Foundation, announced the “Drew Brees Touchdowns for TRX” Program – a program that will turn Brees’ touchdowns during November games into physical education and athletic training equipment for on
Gore-Tex Launches Running Campaign
Gore-Tex has launched a new campaign showcasing how Gore-Tex liners are helping more and more runners fight back against winter’s challenges. The linings feature windproof, waterproof and breathable properties and are being used to leading running b
Nautilus’ Rebound Continues in Q3
Boosted by healthy sales gains in both its Direct and Retail segments, Nautilus Inc. reported earnings jumped 49.9 percent in the third quarter ended Sept. 30, to $3.7 million, or 12 cents a share…
L.L.Bean Names New President and CEO
L.L.Bean named Stephen Smith as president and CEO. The hiring marks the first time in the L.L.Bean's 103-year history it's gone outside the company for its new CEO…
EU Eyes Restricting Chemicals in Textiles and Apparel
The European Commission has begun soliciting input from industry, health and policy experts on a potential plan to restrict hazardous substances in textile articles and clothing used by consumers…
Golf Rounds Played Improve in September
According to Golf Datatech, golf rounds played increased 1.2 percent in September. The gains by region led by Mountain, up 4.2 percent; West North Central, 2.1 percent; and Mid Atlantic, 2.0 percent…
Reports: Nike, Texas Agree on Record Deal
The University of Texas' Board of Regents approved a new contract between the school and Nike covering 15 years worth $250 million, according to multiple reports. The deal also includes a signature line of apparel featuring former Longhorns basketbal
Jarden Corp. Completes Jostens Acquisition
Jarden Corporation completed its acquisition of Jostens Inc., a Minneapolis-based supplier of yearbooks, publications, jewelry and other products and programs…
Zeal Optics Names Three to Sales and Events Team
Zeal Optics of Boulder, CO has added Danny Barone, Mike Erwin and Joe Rizzo to its sales and events team…
Polartec Names New Agency of Record
Polartec LLC has appointed Breakaway of Boston as its public relations agency of record…
Fitbit ‘s Q3 Crushes Guidance
Fitbit Inc. reported revenues catapulted 168 percent year-over-year, easily exceeding the high end of its guidance while adjusted EBITDA nearly doubled. The company significantly lifted its guidance for the year and also announced plans for secondary offe
Alpine Shop Agrees to Acquire Kansas Retail Shop
Alpine Shop, a St. Louis-based and family-owned outdoor retailer, has signed a letter of intent to purchase The Pathfinder, a specialty outdoor store in Manhattan, KS…
Copper Mountain Delays Opening Day
Copper Mountain Resort has pushed back opening day for the 2015/16 winter season a week to Nov. 13 because warm temperatures have limited snow-making operations…
