Lids Foundation announced the recipients of its grant awards for the first half of 2015. The philanthropic support arm of Lids Sports Group, Lids Foundation bolsters nonprofits that promote active and healthy lifestyles as well as leadership…
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3N2 Delivers Batman Cleats for MLB All-Star Game
3N2 has designed a Batman-themed cleat for Pittsburgh Pirate's A.J. Burnett to wear at the 2015 All-Star Game…
The Buckle Sees Modest June Comp Gain
The Buckle, Inc. reported comparable store net sales increased 0.5 percent in June. Net sales for the 5-week fiscal month ended July 4, 2015 increased 2.7 percent to $87.1 million…
Shiekh Shoes To Open Downtown L.A. Storefront
Shiekh Shoes has signed a lease to open a new location at 745 South Broadway Street in Los Angeles, CA…
Feetures! Supports Run Specialty “Pair Up” Sales Contest
Feetures!, the maker of running socks, is continuing their campaign to support run specialty retailers with their September “Pair Up” sales contest. The promotion will encourage retailers to improve their customers’ in-store experience
Asics Kids Footwear Receives Accreditation
Asics America Corporation announced that its entire collection of kids performance footwear has earned the Seal of Acceptance distinction by the American Podiatric Medical Association (APMA)…
Dick’s SG to Open First All-American Sports Center
Dick's Sporting Goods will be opening its first All-American Sports Center on Thursday, July 23rd in Mobile, AL. The All-American Sports Center features a Dick's Sporting Goods and a Field & Stream store in one location under the same roof.
Cole Haan Launches New Campaign
Cole Haan has launched its campaign, “Prepare For Takeoff,” as part of the Fall 2015 collection. Set against The multi-channel digital and social campaign features three of New York City Ballet’s brightest stars – Sara Mearns, Megan Fair
OBIT: La Sportiva’s Francesco Delladio
La Sportiva in a statement said Francesco Delladio, president of La Sportiva globally, has passed away.
Fjällräven Appoints VP of Retail for North America
Fjällräven appointed Steve Stout as the brand’s vice president of retail in North America. In his most recent position, he worked for Rip Curl as the general manager of retail operations in North America…
Report: Thomas H. Lee Close to Acquiring EBay’s Enterprise Unit
Thomas H. Lee Partners LP, the private equity firm, is in advanced talks to acquire eBay's Enterprise segment, formerly known as GSI Commerce, according to Reuters. In January, eBay said it planned to divest its Enterprise business through a sale or
Skechers to Showcase Mariano Rivera for MLB All-Star Game
Skechers first TV spot starring legendary New York Yankees closer Mariano Rivera will debut during the MLB All-Star Game..
Imports Increasing as Retailers Prep for Back-To-School
Import cargo volume at the nation’s major retail container ports is expected to increase 7.3 percent this month over the same time last year as retailers stock up for the busy back-to-school season, according to the monthly Global Port Tracker repor
Jawbone Sues to Block Imports of Fitbit Trackers
Jawbone filed a complaint with the International Trade Commission (ITC) against Fitbit, charging the company strategically lured away its employees to steal its trade secrets. The filing requests that the ITC ban Fitbit from importing the company's p
Perry Ellis Raises Guidance
Perry Ellis International Inc. raised its adjusted earnings guidance for the second quarter of fiscal 2016, ending Aug, 1, 2015 to breakeven. This guidance represents the better end of the company's initial expectations…
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