Phoenix Footwear Group, Inc. has accepted the resignation of President and Chief Executive Officer, Rick White. Mr. White is departing to pursue entrepreneurial interests, but has agreed to consult with Phoenix Footwear during a leadership transition peri
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OIWC Seeks Nominations for First Ascent Award
The Outdoor Industries Women’s Coalition (OIWC) is seeking nominations for the second annual OIWC First Ascent Award. This award recognizes a woman new to the industry who demonstrates strong potential for leadership. The winner will be rewarded with a sc
Smooth Fitness Hires New COO
Smooth Fitness has hired Marc Cerceo as the company’s COO. Cerceo most recently held the same position with Pat Croce and Company. Previously, he was CEO of the Philadelphia chapter of the American Red Cross. Cerceo brings more than two decades of experie
Marker Moves Warehouse to Reno
Marker Ltd. will move their warehouse from Salt Lake City to an all new distribution center in Reno, Nevada. The move will take place during the month of May, and the new distribution center will be operational by June 1, 2006. Distribution will begin i
CITA Expands Ski and Snowboard Pant Quota Exemption
The Committee for the Implementation of Textile Agreements, an interagency committee chaired by the US Department of Commerce, sent a letter to Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) and SnowSports Industries America (SIA) recently informing the industry that
Hooked On The Outdoors to Cease Publication
After eight years, Hooked on the Outdoors Magazine is officially ceasing publication. “We are making this announcement with much remorse and sadness. The outdoor marketplace is losing a great publication and brand—one that certainly gave back more than an
Thule Acquires German Trailer Rental Company
Thule has acquired anhaenger-center.com, a leading German rental trailer company. Anhaenger-center.com is family owned. The company is based in Neu Ulm showing annual sales of € 2.5 million ($3.1 mm) with good profitability.
Van Dine Forms Consulting Firm
Van Dine & Partners is a newly launched consulting
company with a focus on strategic business development for footwear, apparel and active lifestyle consumer product brands. The partners include Scott McGuire, Jacqueline Lenox, Jenny Fredericks and Mario
K2 Technical Apparel Appoints Management Team
Mark Martin, President of both Marmot Mountain LLC, and the Technical Apparel Platform of K2 Inc., made several personnel appointments for the platform. The Technical Apparel Platform is the operating unit in the Apparel and Footwear Division of K2, Inc.
White Sierrs Hires New Midwest Reps; Pre-Season Up 40%
White Sierra has hired Judi and Rick Tice of Minnetonka, Minn. as the company's Midwest territory sales representatives. White Sierra is coming off a very strong Fall 06 selling season with an increase in bookings of 40% over last fall…
OIF Releases ‘The Hispanic Community and Outdoor Recreation’
Acknowledging the importance of engaging all Americans in active outdoor recreation, the Outdoor Industry Foundation released a study entitled “The Hispanic Community and Outdoor Recreation.” The Hispanic Community is currently the largest minority popula
Bikes Belong to Award $42,000 in Grants
Bikes Belong will award $42,000 in grants this month to six bicycling projects throughout the country. The urban programs, community pathways, and mountain bike facilities supported by this round of grants will increase ridership in cities, towns, and par
Blue Ridge Outdoors Highlights Eco-Friendly Recreation
To highlight the The Southeast’s eco-friendly opportunities and environmental awareness, Blue Ridge Outdoors Magazine is planning its inaugural Green Issue—the first and only comprehensive guide to eco-conscious living in the Southeast…
Overton’s Changes Hands in Private Equity Deal
Audax Group has completed the sale of Overton's to Linsalata Capital Partners. Overton's was acquired by Audax Group in August 2003. After partnering with industry executive Mark Metcalfe to buy the business from its founder, Audax worked with m
Camelbak Inks Sponsorship Deals with Two Freeriders
CamelBak Products, LLC has signed two sponsorship agreements with big mountain snowboarder, Jeremy Jones and freeride mountain bike athlete, Kirt Voreis. CamelBak will integrate Jones and Voreis into its 2006-2007 marketing programs in addition to leverag
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