Claudia Boeri will assume executive responsibilities for Boeri USA as President. According to the company, the change is being made to better accommodate Boeri’s business strategy in the U.S. market moving forward. In addition, the company is expected to
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American Skiing Co. Sees Strong Third Quarter
American Skiing Company reported particularly strong visitation levels for its western resorts in the winter operating season, bolstered by skiing and riding conditions. These strong results coupled with the successful sale of nearly all remaining fractio
OIA Launches New Retailer Survey
Outdoor Industry Association, in conjunction with Sports Marketing Surveys, is conducting a survey of retailers to help provide valuable information for the industry. This is a three-part survey on general information, outdoor retailing and operational co
L.L.Bean to Open Two More Massachusetts Locations
L.L.Bean plans to open stores in Dedham and Mansfield, Massachusetts, in 2007 and 2008. Mansfield Crossing, the largest shopping center in central Massachusetts, was named as the location of one store slated to open fall 2007. Legacy Place, in Dedham, is
Massey’s Taps CWS to Launch Affiliate Program
Massey’s Professional Outfitters and Colorado Web Solutions launched a Commission Junction based affiliate program. The new program is designed to allow web content developers the opportunity to create income through the display of advertising and product
Royal Robbins Hires Taylor as National Sales Manager
Royal Robbins hired new National Sales Manager, Judson Taylor out of Seattle, WA. A seasoned outdoor industry veteran, Taylor’s strengths in relationship management, leadership and direction, as well as strategic sales implementation are expected to be a
Lee Joins Hot Chillys as VP of Sales
Hot Chillys hired Steve Lee as the company’s new Vice President of Sales. Drawing upon his 15-year tenure in the outdoor and snowsports industries, Steve will provide leadership and guidance in making the company’s sales operations more efficient. Steve w
Everlast Worldwide Hires ICR
Everlast Worldwide Inc. has engaged Integrated Corporate Relations (“ICR”), a proactive financial communications and investor relations firm, as their investor relations counsel to manage all aspects of its investor relations program, including communicat
Vision Fitness Recalls Treadmills
Vision Fitness has recalled about 45 treadmill consoles due to a programming defect with the console. The treadmill can unexpectedly increase in speed and elevation when the User programs 4 or 5 are set for longer than 30 minutes. If this happens, the use
3point5 Inks Several New Deals
3point5 announced that 3 major manufactures and a major trade association have signed on with their retail training system; Marmot, Mountain Hardwear, Smith Sport Optics and Snowsports Industries of America (SIA) have joined the 3point5 network. Mike Fulm
Forzani Swings to Profitability on 10% Q1 Comps
The Forzani Group Ltd. fiscal 2007 first quarter ended April 30, 2006 net earnings were CN$300,000, or one penny per share, compared to a loss of CN$7.4 million, or 23 cents per share. Retail system sales were $299.1 million, an increase of 15.1% from CN$
REI Launches New ‘Outdoor School’ Program
Recreational Equipment, Inc., is introducing its latest program designed to get people outdoors. The new REI Outdoor School offers classes and one-day guided outings that teach the basics of hiking, cycling, kayaking and more…
NSGA: Full-Line Sporting Goods Retailers Improve Profits
Key measures of productivity and profitability improved for full-line sporting goods stores, while results specialty sport shops were less consistent, according to data in the newly released NSGA Cost of Doing Business Survey…
Quiksilver Q2 Earnings Drop on Rossignol Results
Quiksilver, Inc. net revenues for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 increased 21% to $516.9 from $426.9 million in the second quarter of fiscal 2005. Consolidated net income for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 was $3.7 million compared to $34.7 million
C-4 Sports Joins SGMA’s Sports Technology Convergence
C4-Sports and the Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) are partnering to create an educational program for SGMA members and supporters for SGMA's upcoming Sports and Technology Convergence, Oct. 24-26 at The Estancia Resort and Spa in La J
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