Two of K2's paintball brands, JT USA and Worr Game Products will consolidate their two operations and operate under the direction of Bud Orr, President. In a move to ensure the efficient operation of the two businesses, and serve the customer base,
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PSIA, AASI, and NSP Celebrate Ten Years with Subaru
2004 was a milestone year in the ten-year partnership between the Professional Ski Instructors of America, the American Association of Snowboard Instructors, the National Ski Patrol, and Subaru of America. In September 2004, vehicle number 5,000 was sold
Nordica Hires Rindlisbacher as Ski Division Consultant
Nordica has inked an agreement with Reto Rindlisbacher, whose proven expertise will undoubtedly strengthen the Ski Division. Rindlisbacher earned a Degree in Economics specializing in Marketing from the University of Saint-Gall in 1990. In 1992 he was hir
K2 Snowboarding Sponsors MGT Snowboard Camp
K2 Snowboarding has finalized a deal making it the presenting sponsorship of MGT Snowboard Camp. Catering to female shredders, MGT is based out of Western Canada, with camps offered in British Columbia and Alberta throughout the winter and summer seasons.
New Brands and New Channels in Q4 Bring Ashworth Revenue up 49.3%
Ashworth, for the fourth quarter ended October 31, 2004,
reported that consolidated net revenue increased 49.3% to a record $48.3 million as compared to $32.3 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2003. Consolidated fourth quarter net income increased
Rocky Receives Financing Commitment for EJ Acquisition
Rocky Shoes & Boots has received financing commitments, subject to customary closing conditions from GMAC Commercial Finance LLC and American Capital Strategies, Ltd for credit facilities totaling $148 million. The new credit facilities will be used to fu
Kokatat Celebrates 10 Years of Women’s Specific Gear
2004 marked the celebration of Kokatat’s 10th Anniversary of women’s specific technical paddling garments. Since March of ’94, Kokatat has included women’s sizing and colors in most all of their creations- from dry suits and tops, to PFDs and Surf Trunks.
Sara Lee Appoints New Chief Customer and Marketing Officer
Sara Lee Corporation has appointed Christopher J. Fraleigh to the position of chief customer and marketing officer, effective next month. Fraleigh will report to Brenda C. Barnes, president and chief operating officer, Sara Lee Corporation. Fraleigh joins
Bell Canoe Re-structures Management Team
Bell Canoe Works President and Owner, Ted Bell, announced that the company is revamping its internal management structure. The announcement accompanied news of the departure of Sales Manager Craig Johnson in Spring 2005. Effective immediately, John Woodru
Obermeyer Appoints Two New VP’s
Sport Obermeyer has promoted Barbara Owen to VP of Sales and Marketing, and Kathy Buzbee to VP of Merchandising and Design. Barbara Owen previously served as the company’s Director of Sales and Marketing. One of the longest-employed Obermeyer employees, h
Winterbike and Bicycle Leadership Conference Coming Soon
With February just around the corner, the bicycle industry is ramping up for the first-ever winter trade event, as show organizers, product suppliers, bicycle retailers, and industry leaders begin preparations for Winterbike 2005 – held in conjunction wit
Purdy Associates Adds Two New Reps
Purdy Associates, Northwest representatives for Arc’Teryx Equipment, Keen Footwear, Vasque and Dahlgren Socks, welcomes two new members to it team – John Coke and Marshall Balick. The addition of Coke and Balick completes a geographically based team with
InSport Teams with Portland Interscholastic League
InSport International has teamed with the Portland Interscholastic League in an effort to provide students with athletic apparel for school-related athletic programs. The program will begin with the 2005 spring semester. Realizing it was holding design ch
Russell to Acquire Brooks Sports in $115 Million Deal
Russell Corporation has signed an agreement to acquire Brooks Sports, Inc. for approximately $115 million. Brooks' sales for 2004 are expected to be approximately $95 million and the acquisition is expected to be accretive to Russell's 2005 earn
Bob Leach Sales Adds New Rep
The Intermountain sales agency, Bob Leach Sales, has added Taylor Arnot as an associate sales representative. The agency covers the states of ID, MT, & WY for LaCrosse Footwear, Danner Boots, & Redington Apparel, & Lorpen Innovative Socks in MT & ID…
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