Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. opened its first three One Thousand Steps stores. The company's new specialty footwear and accessories concept makes its initial debut at the Galleria at Tyler in Riverside, California; Los Cerritos Center in Cerri
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Toray Retains Backbone Media for PR
Toray Industries, Inc., manufacturer of synthetic fabrics with over $10 billion in annual sales, has retained Backbone Media of Carbondale, Colo. to manage the company’s public relations and product placement initiatives for technical apparel. Backbone Me
Recall: LandRoller Roller Skate
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with LandRoller Inc., announced a voluntary recall of about 1,400 pairs LandRoller “Terra 9” Roller Skates. The wheels on these roller skates can detach and the brakes can fail. Either one of the
Intrawest Names Wasilov as President and COO
Intrawest Corporation appointed Alex Wasilov as president and chief operating officer. Mr. Wasilov will lead the operating divisions of Placemaking; Mountain Resorts; Lodging, Golf and Spa; Adventure and Active Travel; and Corporate Development and will r
Ross Stores March Comps Increase 4%
Ross Stores, Inc. generated sales of $513 million for the month of March, a 13% increase above the $456 million in sales for the five weeks ended April 2, 2005. Comparable store sales for the month rose 4% over the prior year…
Neiman-Marcus Group Comps Up 7.4% for March
The Neiman Marcus Group, Inc. saw total revenues for the month of March increase 11.2% to $389 million from $350 million during the same month last year. Comparable store sales increased 7.4%…
Gill Athletics in Deal for Porter Athletic
Gill Athletics, Inc. has signed a non-binding letter of intent to purchase substantially all of the assets of Porter Athletic Equipment Co. Based in Broadview, Ill., Porter Athletic Equipment is amanufacturer of indoor and outdoor sports equipment.
LBH Names VP of Sales
The LBH Group, Ltd. has named industry veteran Bill Evans to the post of Vice President of Sales. Evans will be responsible for managing the sales of all of the LBH brands for both golf and tennis including Lily’s of Beverly Hills, LBH, Wimbledon, and Fa
Academy Snowboards Sees U.S. Sales Jump 87% YTD
Academy Snowboards domestic sales are up on a year to date basis of approximately 87% over last year's total domestic sales and domestic same-store-sales are up on a year-to-date basis of 191% over last year's total domestic same-store sales, ac
NGF: Rounds Played on Positive Track to Start Year
According to the National Golf Foundation, same-store rounds played in the U.S. increased 3.6% for the month of February over the same month last year. The results reflect data taken from operators at 1,899 golf facilities. The February result brings the
Brunswick Names VP-Community Relations and Corporate Marketing Alliances
Brunswick Corporation named Adrian W. Sakowicz to the new position of vice president — community relations and corporate marketing alliances. He will report to Dustan E. McCoy, Brunswick chairman and chief executive officer…
ITF Extends Deal with Wilson
The International Tennis Federation (ITF) and Wilson Sporting Goods signed a new three-year deal that names Wilson the Official Ball of Fed Cup and extends Wilson’s existing Davis Cup partnership through 2008. The new agreement starts with the 2006 Fed Cu
Liquid Boardwear Names Marketing Director
WL Activewear, home of Liquid Boardwear, added Corey Stecker to the company as its Marketing Director.
Focused on the Liquid brand, Corey will oversee all marketing initiatives…
Fila’s NYC Store Captures Award
Fila’s flagship New York store has added three more awards to its already impressive list of distinctions. Capturing top honors was Fila’s interpretation of “l’arte nello sport”, a graceful fusion of innovative and elegant design with the beauty of perfor
Iconix Brand Group to Acquire Mossimo, Inc.
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. has signed, in two separate transactions, definitive agreements to acquire Mossimo, Inc. and the Mudd trademark. Iconix will acquire all of the outstanding shares of Mossimo, Inc. for $7.50 per share, comprised of $3.25 a share in
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