Escalade Sports, has acquired substantially all the assets of ChildLife, Inc. a manufacturer of premium residential play systems, commonly known as swing-sets and slide towers. ChildLife is synonymous with child safety and is readily identified in the pla
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Johnson Outdoors Sends Letter to Shareholders
Johnson Outdoors Inc. has mailed the following letter to all Johnson Outdoors shareholders regarding the Company's proposed merger with JO Acquisition Corp….
Everlast Adds Three New Licensees
Everlast Worldwide Inc. announced the signing of three new licensing agreements. FCSI Ltd, located in London, will produce retail boxing equipment for distribution in the U.K. and Republic of Ireland. Rhinox, based in Los Angeles, CA, has been signed as
Alpha Shirt Company Opens New DC in Northwest
Alpha Shirt Company, a supplier of blank apparel for the ASI, screen printing and embroidery industries, has announced the opening of its newest distribution center near Seattle, Washington. The move gives Alpha a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest
Senior Marketing Manager — The Athlete’s Foot
The Athlete’s Foot is seeking a Sr. Marketing Manager for its corporate office, located in Kennesaw, Georgia. Candidate must have strong experience in visual merchandising, developing marketing plans for organization and brands, and ability to exec
Director of Franchise Merchandising — The Athlete’s Foot
The Athlete’s Foot is seeking a Director of Franchise Merchandising for its corporate office, located in Kennesaw, Georgia. This position will manage the merchandise planning and procurement process for all new domestic franchise locations. Candid
Rocky to Consolidate Operations with EJ Footwear
Rocky Shoes & Boots, Inc. has announced plans to consolidate operations following the company's recent acquisition of EJ Footwear. The plan will include the relocation of the Lehigh division headquarters in Vestal, N.Y. The Company plans to relocate
Kohl’s Announces Executive Promotions
Kohl's Department Stores announced two executive promotions. Jack H. Boyle has been promoted to executive vice president-general merchandise manager, women's apparel and accessories. John M. Worthington, 41, has been promoted to executive vice
Clothing / Footwear Buyer — NBS
Nation’s Best Sports, Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a buyer for hunting / outdoor apparel and hunting / outdoor footwear. A thorough knowledge and understanding of the categories is a must…
International Customs and Transportation Supervisor — Smartwool
Smartwool Corporation is seeking an International Customs & Transportation Supervisor to work out of corporate headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO. The right candidate will be an experienced business supervisor with 2 -3 years background in tra
Quality Assurance Manager — Smartwool
Smartwool Corporation is seeking an Quality Assurance Manager to work out of corporate headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO. The right candidate will have 5+ years experience with domestic and international product manufacturing, and Quality Assu
Business Unit Manager – Mizuno USA
Mizuno USA seeks a Business Unit Manager to assume overall accountability for its Diamond Sports (baseball/softball) Apparel business. Incumbent will be responsible for product line development/management and the creation and execution of marketin
Finish Line Crosses Billion Dollar Mark for Year; Ups Guidance
The Finish Line, Inc. reported net sales of $361.4 million for the thirteen weeks ended February 26, 2005, an increase of 18% over net sales of $305.3 million for Q4 last year. Comparable store net sales for Q4 increased 8% on top of a 19% increase repor
Finish Line Partners with Nike and Sports Illustrated on ‘Free’ Tour
The Finish Line, Inc. has partnered with Nike and Sports Illustrated on Campus to take the recently launched Nike Free 5.0 technology on the road to select college markets. Finish Line is in the midst of a 90-day mall exclusive on Nike Free 5.0 footwear.
Shoe Carnival February Comps Jump 13.3%
Shoe Carnival, Inc. reported sales for the four-week period ended February 26, 2005 increased 20.2% to $48.2 million from sales of $40.1 million for the four-week period ended February 28, 2004. Comparable store sales increased 13.3% in February 2005…