Timed to the NBA Draft, New Era Cap Co. presented “The Path to the Cap,” an exploration of NBA star and 2015 NBA Draft second overall pick D’Angelo Russell’s journey from neighborhood baller to NBA professional athlete.
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GoPro Inc. announced that Ty Ahmad-Taylor, vice president of product marketing at Facebook, has joined GoPro’s board of directors.
Nike Extends Deal With Memphis
The University of Memphis and Nike have agreed to a five-year extension valued at more than $2 million per year.
Adidas Signs Trae Young And Lonnie Walker IV
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Lacoste Partners With IOC
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Gander Outdoors Prepares For Grand Opening In Eau Claire
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L.L.Bean Launches First-Ever Outdoor Coworking Space
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Fleet Feet Selects Fish Consulting For PR
Fleet Feet tapped Fish Consulting as the company’s public relations agency of record to lead the brand’s communications strategies.
Columbia Sportswear Partners For Litter Control Pilot Project
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Foot Locker Partners With NBA Draft Prospects On Campaign
Foot Locker partnered with NBA draft picks Trae Young and LiAngelo Ball on an integrated marketing campaign.
SFIA Urges Trump Administration To Avoid Escalation Of “Trade War”
Following President Trump’s announcement of his intent to impose an additional $200 billion in tariffs on goods manufactured in China, Tom Cove, SFIA’s CEO and president, urged the two countries to return to negotiation table and said the “strain of explosive tariff threats back and forth strikes at the foundation of our economy.”
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