Speakers will include Michigan State University basketball coach Tom Izzo, Beth Porreca of USA Football, David James of Major League Baseball. The conference will also include a number of sessions focusing on how to compete with Amazon.
Author: SGB Media
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Sharkbanz Brings Distribution To Australia And Asia Pacific Territories In-House
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12 ReTech Acquires E-motion Apparel
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DSW’s Q4 Profits Slide On Charge To Exit Ebuys
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Cascade Designs Appoints New CEO
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Deckers’ Shares Slide On Marcato Sale
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Tilly’s Q4 Falls Short Of Guidance
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Clarus’ Q4 Sales Climb 27 Percent
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Former Newell Director Indicates Support For Starboard’s Efforts In Public Statement
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NSSF Supports President’s School Safety Plan Initiative
The National Shooting Sports Foundation (NSSF), the trade association for the firearms, ammunition, hunting and shooting sports industries, announced its support for President Donald Trump’s plan to help ensure children are kept safe and that firearms remain beyond the reach of prohibited individuals while respecting the rights of law-abiding firearms owners.

Study: Inactivity Rates Among Low-Income Households Near Historic Levels
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Hoka One One Partners With OutsidePR
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Headsweats Celebrates 20th Anniversary With Hat Design Contest
Headsweats is inviting the public to join them in celebrating a major milestone by entering original artwork for the chance to be featured on a limited-edition 20th anniversary performance trucker hat.