Billabong has officially opened a new partner store in Chamonix, the mountain resort in the French Alps, on the December 3 2005. Billabong’s partnership with one of the largest, most established retailers, Jean-François Coquoz in the region marks the fulf
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REI to Build New DC in Bedford Pa.
In an effort to support its future retail growth with an expanded presence in the eastern U.S., REI announced plans for a second distribution center to be located in Bedford, Pa. In connection with the new distribution Center, Pennsylvania Governor Edward
Zigmont Appointed Managing Director of Pedro’s
Pedro’s appointed Christopher Zigmont as Managing Director. Mr. Zigmont will oversee all sales, marketing and product development activities for the brand from the Pedro’s global headquarters in Wilmington, MA. Previously Mr. Zigmont held the position of
Attitash Revamps Marketing Team
After 14 years as the Marketing and Brand Manager at Attitash and the Grand Summit Hotel and Conference Center in Bartlett, New Hampshire, John Urdi has accepted the position of Director of Marketing for Colorado Ski Country. Replacing Urdi is longtime Mt
Scarpa Recalls T2X
Scarpa has recalled about 2,300 pairs of their T2X Telemark Ski Boots. The plastic boot cuff can crack when flexed open in an unbuckled, non-skiing position causing discomfort on the ankle or shin, making the problem evident prior to skiing and thus unsui
Callaway Inks Sponsorship Deal with Pressel
Callaway Golf Company inked a multi-year contract with Morgan Pressel to play and endorse Callaway Golf equipment. The reigning women's U.S. Amateur Champion, Pressel will play a full slate of 2006 LPGA Tour events beginning in February. She will end
Starwood Completes Mammoth Mtn. Acquisition
Starwood Capital Group Global, L.L.C. has completed the previously announced purchase of a majority interest in Mammoth Mountain Ski Area, based on an enterprise value of $365 million. The transaction has resulted in a pre-tax profit to Intrawest of appro
Puma Takes Majority Interest In Argentinian Distributor
PUMA will become the majority shareholder of UNISOL S.A. UNISOL is the current PUMA licensee for footwear, apparel and accessories in Argentina and has been responsible for the distribution of PUMA products in Argentina for almost 30 years. With this join
Skinner Appointed Chairman of Kellwood
Robert C. Skinner, Jr. was elected chairman of Kellwood Company effective February 1, 2006. He will also continue in his roles of president and chief executive officer. Skinner succeeds Hal J. Upbin, who is retiring as chairman on January 31, 2006…
Royal Robbins Hires Beller as Key Acct. Manager
Royal Robbins, a leading manufacturer of travel and outdoor apparel, today announced the appointment of Morgan Beller as key account manager for REI, effective immediately. In this role, Beller will handle day-to-day liaison with REI, one of the leading
Cabela’s Appoints Murray to Board
Stephen P. Murray has been appointed to Cabela's Board of Directors. Mr. Murray has been a partner in the New York office of JPMorgan Partners since 1994 and member of the firm since 1984. JPMorgan Partners is a leading private equity firm with over
Bass Pro Continues Relationship with USO
For the third year in a row, Bass Pro Shops has joined forces with the USO for its “Reelin' It in for the Troops” campaign. Through the promotion, customers can purchase donation cards, valued at $1.00, $3.00 and $5.00, at any Bass Pro Shop retail lo
Quiksilver Sales Jump 82% on Rossignol Acquisition
Quiksilver, Inc. consolidated net revenues for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2005 increased 82% to $637.4 million from $350.3 million in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2004. Consolidated net income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2005 increased 35% to $33.6
Cabela’s to Open New Missouri Location
Cabela's Incorporated is one step closer to bringing a Cabela's retail store to Missouri. Cabela's expects to open the huge Hazelwood retail showroom as early as late fall of 2006. The Hazelwood retail store would be Cabela's first in
Gregory Sees Recognition in all Three Backpacker Reader’s Choice Awards
Recognized with three accolades in the 2005 Backpacker Magazine Reader’s Choice Awards, Gregory Packs is the only pack manufacturer to be called out by readers in each of the three categories in the poll: favorite ultralight pack, favorite peak-bagging pa
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