Benchmade Knives announced that its current President, Jon deAsis, has assumed the role as President & CEO effective immediately, replacing Roberta deAsis who filled the role after the sudden passing of her husband and founder, Les deAsis.
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Former Athleta Chief To Head Old Navy
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Exer Labs Secures $2M Funding Round
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Mindbody Makes Promotions As It Accelerates Investments
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L.L.Bean Expands Wholesale Push To Zappos
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Kaiser Permanente Releases Return To Sports Playbook
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Hyperice Secures Strategic Investment
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