The National Retail Federation reported that it anticipates holiday sales to increase by 4.0% to $474.5 billion for the 2007 season. However, with a growth rate of only 4.0%, this year’s sales increase will be below the ten-year average of 4.8% and would
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Cocona Receives Capital Infusion…
Cocona Inc. received a “major capital investment” from Fairhaven Capital. Sources at both Cocona Inc. and Fairhaven declined to disclose the exact investment amount. Fairhaven is an early stage private equity investment firm that has historically pursued
TJX Co.’s Reach Settlement in Security Breach Class Actions
The TJX Companies, Inc. has entered into a Settlement Agreement with respect to the customer class actions in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico relating to customer claims arising from the criminal intrusion(s) into TJX's computer system. Est
DTMBA Names Dusty Baker as National Chairman
The Don’t Take My Bat Away Coalition, which has grown to over one thousand members in Pennsylvania since being established just months ago, has named former Major Leaguer Dusty Baker as its national chairman…
Mission-ITECH to Supply NHL Refs With Helmets and Visors
Mission-ITECH Hockey has entered into a multi-year agreement with the National Hockey League Officials Association (NHLOA), which will see the company’s Mission brand helmets and ITECH brand visors being worn by NHL and American Hockey League (AHL) refere
Amer Opens Ogden HQ
Amer Sports Corporation has opened its doors in Ogden, Utah, the new headquarters for its recently created Winter & Outdoor U.S. unit. Amer Sports Winter and Outdoor includes the brands Salomon, Atomic and Suunto. ASWO is led by President/General Manager
Genesco Sues Finish Line to Force Marriage…
When looking at the courtship of Genesco, Inc. and its coveted position in the mall, it’s hard to remember a deal in recent history that has had more ups and downs or that has gotten more personal. The latest salvo was launched on Friday morning as Genes
Wilson Names Footwear Director for Racquet Sports
Wilson Sporting Goods has named Sean O’Brien as global footwear director for Racquet Sports. In his new position, O’Brien will be responsible for all aspects of Wilson’s footwear development and marketing on a global level…
Dick’s Sporting Goods Rolls Out ACG Private Brand; Inks Deal on RBK Branded Apparel…
Dick’s Sporting Goods continues to expand its “private brands” strategy, announcing Monday at the annual Bank of America Securities Investor Conference that they have inked a deal with Reebok to design, source, market, and sell Reebok athletic apparel und
ITECH Named Official NHL Visor…
Mission-ITECH Hockey has entered into a multi-year agreement with the NHL for the company’s ITECH brand to become the Official Visor and Goalie Mask of the league. As a result of the partnership, the NHL Shield will begin appearing on all ITECH facial and
Crocs Fights Off Escalator Talk…
Crocs spent much of last week defending itself over reports that countless people, particularly young children, wearing their shoes were getting their toes caught in escalators. Incidents were reported to have occurred over the last few months in Singapor
GSI and QVC Report Success from NFL Partnership
QVC and GSI Commerce Inc. report success from their recent partnership to sell NFL merchandise through QVC.com. The partnership reports that the 20th anniversary of QVC's “Today's Special Value” television program resulted in more than 9,000 cus
Puma Partners with Peace One Day
In 2001 Peace One Day achieved its primary objective; having the UN general assembly adopt a resolution by all UN member states to formally establish an annual day of global ceasefire and non-violence. This International Day of Peace is September 21st. To
Now Available in California: Kangaroo Leather
The California State Senate and Assembly passed Senate Bill 880, which repeals the 37-year ban on the “importation or sale of kangaroo parts or products in California.” The ban included the sale of kangaroo leather soccer shoes, which is legal in the othe
Mission-ITECH Named Official Visor of the NHL
Mission-ITECH Hockey has entered into a multi-year agreement with NHL Enterprises L.P. (NHL), which will now see the company’s ITECH brand designated as the Official Visor and Goalie Mask of the league. As a result of this partnership, the NHL Shield will
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