Nite Ize and Amazon. com, Inc. filed a joint lawsuit in U. S. District Court in Seattle against multiple counterfeit product importers and sellers spanning three countries, including the United States, Canada and China.
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Nite Ize, Amazon Join Forces To Sue Alleged Counterfeiters
Boulder, CO-based outdoor accessories brand Nite Ize Inc. has teamed up with the world’s largest online retailer to stop what it calls the “wanton” counterfeiting of one of its patented and trademarked products. Nite Ize and Amazon.com Inc. on Wednesday filed a joint lawsuit against counterfeit product importers and sellers who faked Nite Ize’s Steelie technology and attempted to sell the imposters on Amazon’s third-party marketplace.
Asics Ventures Acquires Equity Stake In Curve Labs
Asics Corp announced that Asics Ventures Corporation, its investment subsidiary, has taken an equity stake in Curv Labs, Inc., a Canadian startup that has developed software to capture motion.
New Balance Advances Plan For Sixth New England Factory
New Balance has secured tax breaks to support the opening of a new manufacturing facility in Methuen. According to The Boston Globe, the state Economic Assistance Coordinating Council approved $900,000 in state tax credits to help subsidize the $33 million project, and the city is pitching in with $272,000 in property tax breaks.
Stormtech Performance Apparel Welcomes Jay Paparone
Stormtech Performance Apparel appointed Jay Paparone to the USA sales management team, effective immediately.
Cherokee Global Brands Becomes APEX Global Brands
Cherokee Global Brands announced that it will be changing its name to APEX Global Brands to reflect the company’s expanded brand portfolio, marketing and design services, effective June 27.
Meek Mill Becomes Co-Owner Of Lids
In an interview with Business Insider, Meek Miller, the rapper, announced that he had become a co-owner of Lids, the hat chain.
Atomic Appoints Western Region Community Marketing Associate
Atomic hired industry veteran, Stephen Brown, as its new western region community marketing associate for the United States.
Gear.com Announces Give-A-Buck Scholarship Program
Gear.com announced the launch of its Give-A-Buck Scholarship Program. Gear.com will begin accepting applications for its first round of scholarship recipients on July 1 and select three scholarship recipients by September 30.
Xenith Announces Inaugural Scientific Advisory Board
Xenith, the maker of football helmets, announced the formation of its inaugural Scientific Advisory Board. The board is made up of independent experts in athlete health and wellness, neurology, biomechanics and sport technology.
Steve Layton Named President Of Polartec
Spartanburg, SC-based Milliken & Co., a global diversified manufacturer with more than a century and a half of textile expertise, has named Steve Layton president of its newly acquired Polartec business.
Pelican Dayventure Backpack Cooler Wins Two Best New Product Awards At Outdoor Retailer Show
Pelican Products, Inc., the industry leader of high-performance protective cases and coolers, is proud to have received not one, but two Best New Product Awards at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2019. Winning awards from both BestProducts.com and Business Insider, the new Pelican Dayventure Backpack was celebrated for its thoughtful design that makes both utility and […]
Diamond Brand Gear Outfits First Ever Forest Service Glamping Site
The groundbreaking site features the Asheville brand’s legendary Wall Tents. Diamond Brand Gear, an American manufacturer of outdoor gear, recently partnered with Pisgah Hospitality Partners, an Asheville-based recreation area and glamping site, to bring luxury to the wilderness. Located at Lake Powhatan Recreation Area, the Pisgah Glamping site is the first of its kind on […]
Lighting Innovator’s Newest Creation Counters Common Dissatisfaction With New Products
Survey reveals as much as $23 billion spent annually on Outdoor Gear purchases they later regret. Campers planning their summer excursions should be aware of a new survey showing that 25-percent of self-described outdoor enthusiasts admit to regretting at least half of the outdoor gear purchases they’ve made within the last 12 months. The Outdoor […]
StockX Earns $1 Billion Valuation In Funding Round, Appoints New CEO
StockX, the sneaker re-selling website, has closed on a $110 million Series C funding round from investment firms DST Global, General Atlantic, and GGV Capital. The company also announced the appointment of Scott Cutler, formerly at eBay, as CEO.
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