Implus Footcare acquired Sneaker Balls, a patented shoe deodorizing product. “The Sneaker Balls acquisition further complements our commitment as a leader in the footwear accessory market,” said Todd Vore, Implus President. “We are excited to add Sneaker
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Open Air Demo Relocates
Due to poor waterfront conditions at Willard Bay State Park, the 2007 Outdoor Retailer Open Air Demo will relocate upstream to Pineview Reservoir near Ogden, Utah. The event dates, August 7-8, 2007, will remain the same…
Nike Suspends Vick Without Pay
Nike has suspended Michael Vick’s contract without pay, and will not sell any more Michael Vick product at Nike owned retail at this time.In a prepared statement the company said, “Nike is concerned by the serious and highly disturbing allegations made ag
Johnson Outdoors Q3 Sales and Earnings Climb
Johnson Outdoors Inc. Q3 net sales were $150.6 million, an increase of 11% compared with $135.5 million in the prior year quarter. Net earnings were $8.3 million or 89 cents per diluted share compared to $6.6 million or 72 cents per diluted share in the p
K-Swiss Q2 Earnings Drop on Domestic Sales Decline
K-Swiss Inc. net earnings and net earnings per diluted share for the second quarter of 2007 were $7.7 million or 22 cents per diluted share, compared with $20.3 million or 58 cents per diluted share, in the prior-year period. Total worldwide revenues decr
Hanesbrands Q2 Earnings Decline on Slight Sales Increase
Hanesbrands Inc. Q2 net sales were $1.12 billion, up by $2 million comparable to last year, and earnings per diluted share were 26 cents, which, as expected, were significantly lower than a year ago primarily because of several factors related to the comp
VF Corp. to Acquire lucy and Seven for All Mankind
VF Corporation has signed definitive agreements to acquire Seven For All Mankind, LLC and lucy activewear, inc. The two companies will form the foundation of a new lifestyle brand-based coalition, VF Contemporary Brands, which VF intends to build with add
Volcom Q2 Income Slips on 25% Sales Increase
Volcom, Inc. second quarter ended June 30, 2007 total revenues increased 25% to $57.7 million, compared with $46.1 million in the second quarter of 2006. Net income for the second quarter of 2007 was $6.2 million, or 25 cents per diluted share. This compa
Hockey Experts Celebrates Two Grand Openings
Hockey Experts, a corporate banner of The Forzani Group Ltd. is hosting a grand opening launch of its stores located in Mississauga and Vaughan. With two corporate stores launching their Grand Opening Events in the Toronto area, plans to open more corpor
Kokatat Hires New Reps
Kokatat has hired Megan Kress and Kelly Blades as new sales reps for the Midwest territory. This territory has been split up into 2 sub-territories. Megan will be covering west of Lake Michigan (IA, IL, MN, and WI) and Kelly will cover east of Lake Michig
Saucony Launches New Branding and Marketing Campaign
Saucony, Inc. unveiled its new brand initiative and visual identity. The multi-faceted program is part of Saucony's offensive marketing strategy to “create the strongest running brand in the industry.” The new brand platform, that includes an updated
Fila Appoints New VP of Footwear
Fila named Gary Wakley as Vice President, Footwear. Mr. Wakley joins Fila from Prince Sports Inc. where he spent the past three years as Senior Director of Footwear and Apparel. With more than 36 years experience in the footwear and apparel industry, Mr.
GSI Commerce Q2 Loss Widens on 10% Sales Increase
GSI Commerce Inc. fiscal 2007 second quarter net revenue increased 10% to $131.3 million from $119.6 million. Merchandise sales increased 52 percent to $316.0 million from $208.0 million. Loss from operations was $9.0 million compared to a loss of $3.8 mi
Valandré Opens Boulder Office Led by Bob Culp
Valandré has opened an office warehouse in Boulder, CO. Valandré first entered the US market five years ago. Since then, sales at specialty retailers have climbed steadily. Valandré USA LLC in Boulder will house staff and inventory to better serve clients
EPA Extends Buzz-Off Durability Rating
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency has granted an amendment to Buzz Off Insect Shield, LLC,'s insect-repellent clothing registration. This change is based on careful review by the EPA of Buzz Off Insect Shield’s proprietary process and formula
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