Nike Inc named Keith Houlemard its new president of the Jordan brand. Houlemard, a Nike veteran of nearly two decades, most served most recently as the director of footwear merchandising in the United States. The appointment followed the resignation of J
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Gaiam Posts 11.5% Q1 Sales Gain
Gaiam, Inc. reported revenue for the first quarter ended March 31, increased 11.5% to $65.2 million from $58.5 million recorded in the same period last year. Revenue for Gaiam's direct to consumer segment increased 13.8% to $38.8 million. Revenue for
Tommy Bahama/Softwalk Drive Phoenix Footwear’s Sales
Phoenix Footwear Group, Inc. reported net Q1 sales from continuing operations increased 3% to $22.0 million compared to $21.3 million a year earlier. The net sales growth included strong performances of Tommy Bahama and SoftWalk brands, which increased 34
Brunswick Corp to Close Bluewater Marine
Brunswick Corporation announced that it will cease production of its Bluewater Marine brands — including Sea Pro, Sea Boss, Palmetto and Laguna — with the upcoming 2009 model year, which commences July 1. As a result of this action, Brunswick will close
Easton’s Earnings Surge 87.3%
Easton-Bell Sports Inc. reported earnings rose 87.3% in its first quarter ended March 26, to $2.4 million, as compared to $1.3 million for the first quarter of 2007. Adjusted EBITDA for the first quarter of 2008 was $21.7 million. Net sales grew 4.3% to $
Cutter and Buck to Continue Sorenstam Collection
Cutter & Buck said it will continue its relationship with LPGA golfer Annika Sorenstam after the winner of 72 professional tournaments retires at the end of this season. The Seattle-based company has been selling the Annika Collection of women's golf
Salomon USA Names Apparel Manager
Salomon USA named Nora Stowell as its new apparel manager. She most recently was the Division Manager for Völkl Performance Wear., managing the business over the past four years in the US…
Under Armour Opens Second Store in Aurora, IL
Following the November 2007 debut of their first full-line retail store in Annapolis, Md., Under Armour will open its second in the Fox Valley Mall in Aurora, Ill., on Thursday, May 15. Like the Annapolis store, the 6,000 square foot store is designed to
FansEdge Owner Trims Losses
Dreams, Inc., the parent of FansEdge, said first quarter revenues were up 26% to a $18.5 million from $14.6 million for the same quarter in 2007. Net losses for the period were down 46% to $240,000 for the quarter ended March 31, 2008, compared to net los
Trips for Kids to Hold Pre-Conference Workshop
Trips for Kids National (TFK) announced it is hosting a Pre-Conference for TFK chapters in conjunction with the 2008 International Mountain Bicycling Association's (IMBA) World Summit taking place in Park City, Utah, this coming June. The TFK Pre-con
Rollerblade Consolidates US Operations
Rollerblade USA has consolidated its US offices in West Lebanon, NH. Rollerblade headquarters, previously in Hamilton, NJ have merged into one location with its back-office operations and distribution. Rollerblade will benefit from greater efficiencies, h
Rollerblade Consolidates US Operations
Rollerblade USA has consolidated its US offices in West Lebanon, NH. Rollerblade headquarters, previously in Hamilton, NJ have merged into one location with its back-office operations and distribution. Rollerblade will benefit from greater efficiencies, h
Forefront Holdings Sees Wider Loss
Forefront Holdings Inc., the golf accessories company, reported a loss of $ $3.3 million in the quarter ended March 26 versus a $2.9 million deficit a year ago. Sales of Datrek golf bags and travel covers decreased 33.8% to $1.76 million. The decline was
Recall: DianaWerk Air Pistols
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission Wednesday announced a voluntary recall of DianaWerk air pistols after a report of the gun spontaneously firing. The recall involves the RWS – 5G Magnum Air Pistol made in Germany by DianaWerk GmbH and Co., and d
DSW Sues Zappos
DSW Inc. filed a lawsuit in federal district court alleging that Zappos and its agents have infringed DSW service marks. The suit seeks an injunction and damages resulting from the misuse of those marks…
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