Twins ’47 headwear and Banner ’47 apparel (formerly Twins Enterprise, Inc.) has made a key addition to their sales team. Renee’ Blubaugh joins ’47 after several years in sales and merchandising roles with New Balance Athletic Shoe, Inc. Renee’ will manage
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