While VF Corp.’s Outdoor Coalition is still clearly the primary driving force behind the company’s revenue and earnings growth, the company is beginning to see success in several other segments as well, including Jeanswear, Sportswear, and Imagewear. For
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VF Corp. Raises Guidance on Record Third Quarter
VF Corporation third quarter evenues rose 12% to a record $2.034 billion, compared with $1.822 billion in the third quarter of 2005, driven by higher revenues across all our businesses. Net income in the current quarter increased 10% to a $197.7 million,
Sierra Designs Hires New Southwest Rep
Sierra Designs has hired Andrew Russell Sales to represent the southwest territory, effective October 23, 2006. Andrew Russell Sales also represents Stonewear Designs, Nikwax, Dahlgren, Julbo and Probar. The agency consists of Andy Russell, Dana Caraway a
Mountain Hardwear Appoints Williams as Regional Sales Manager
Mountain Hardwear Inc. appointed Donna Williams to the new position of eastern regional sales manager starting on October 25th. Williams will continue to be located in the Boston area and will be responsible for managing all Mountain Hardwear sales and s
Puma Vet Joins Keen as International Sales Director
Pepe Lozano has joined the KEEN team as International Sales Director. He will be relocating to the Portland area from Lima, Peru. Mr. Lozano comes to KEEN with over 22 years of International footwear and industry management experience, most recently as th
Dalbello and Elan Form Join Venture in U.S.
Dalbello Skiboots & Elan Skis have announced the beginning of a new strategic global alliance. This new alliance, which officially begins January 1, 2007, involves partnerships in both the Unites States and Canada. Future partnerships are planned in othe
ispo Winter 2007 Expands Marketing Programs for New Brands
With various projects to promote the young generation, ispo has long been offering young companies from the sports equipment sector the best opportunity to get started in international business. At the same time, the sector is introduced to new products,
EMS Ramps Up Expansion Plans
Eastern Mountain Sports will hold the grand opening of two new stores in Newark, DE and Nanuet, NY on November 4-5. The Newark, DE store totals 17,000 square feet and the Nanuet, NY store totals 14,000 square feet. These new showcase stores are part of th
Hanesbrands Consolidates Distribution Centers
Hanesbrands Inc. will close a high-cost distribution center in Florida and consolidate two other distribution centers in Winston-Salem, N.C., into a nearby third facility…
ATTA’s Adventure Travel World Summit is Carbon Neutral Event
Sustainable Travel International assisted the Adventure Travel Trade Association's Adventure Travel World Summit in becoming one of the first travel and tourism industry events to attain carbon neutral status…
Cascade Designs Hires New Southwest Rep Agency
Cascade Designs, Inc. has hired Pacific Crest Trading as the company's new sales reps for the Southwestern U.S. Region. Dan Miller, Derek Torio and Marcie Vasquez of Pacific Crest Trading will represent Cascade Designs brands MSR, Therm-a-Rest, SealL
Oakley Q3 Sales Jump 21%; Income Climbs 7.5%
Oakley, Inc. third quarter net sales increased 21.2%, to a quarterly record $210.2 million, compared with $173.4 million in the same period of 2005. Net income for the third quarter totaled $17.3 million, or 25 cents per diluted share, compared to $16.1 m
SportsArt Fitness MAkes Several Management Changes
SportsArt Fitness made several promotions and changes within their sales department. Ken Carpenter has been promoted to Director of Sales; Reina Reeves has been promoted to National Sales Manager, Retail Division; James Mayberry moves from the commercial
Kokatat Inks Partnership with Team River Runner
Kokatat has partnered with Team River Runner to become an official sponsor and provide paddling gear to the participants of this innovative program. Working in partnership with The Wounded Warrior Project and Disabled Sports USA, TRR helps veterans of the
Golfsmith Inks Endorsement Deal with Tiger Woods’ Coach
Golfsmith has inked an exclusive partnership with PGA Teaching Professional Hank Haney to create a line of golf training aids. Best known as the coach to the world's top ranked golfer, Tiger Woods, Haney will collaborate with Golfsmith on the develop
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