POC, manufacturer of helmets, apparel and accessories for cycling and skiing, has named Adam Bookwalter North American bike sales manager. Most recently, Bookwalter served as North American sales and marketing manager for Selle Royal USA…
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White House, NIH Focus on Keeping 50 Plus Active
The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is bringing together more than 100 federal, state and local partners under its Go4Life campaign to encourage those 50 and old to move more and stay active for better health with advancing age…
Wilson Golf to Launch Reality TV Show
Wilson Golf announced a call for entries as it launches a new television show called “Driver vs. Driver.” This show, scheduled to air on Golf Channel in Fall 2016…
Zumiez’s June Comps Slide
Zumiez Inc. reported same-store sales decreased 3.3 percent in June. Net sales in the five weeks ended July 4 reached $67.0 million, a gain of 2.6 percent…
Nike Reaches Landmark Deal with Michigan
Marking the richest contract in college sports, Nike reached an agreement to replace Adidas as the uniform sponsor for the University of Michigan. The new Nike deal will last until 2027, with options to extend the deal to 2031…
The Buckle’s June Comps Show Slight Gain
The Buckle Inc. reported same-store sales inched up 0.5 percent in June. Net sales grew 2.7 percent to $87.1 million…
World Cup Win Puts Soccer Back in Spotlight
With record TV ratings, a New York City ticker-tape parade, and the sport’s newly-crowned stars hitting the morning talk show circuit, the U.S. women’s team’s Women's World Cup victory again put soccer back on the U.S. map…
Backcountry Looks to Accelerate Growth
With a new equity partner in TSG Consumer Partners, The Backcountry Group is set to shift to its next gear of growth – both here and abroad. “We believe TSG is going to be a great partner for us as we continue to grow our businesses,” said Bac
Performance Sports Group Q4 Impacted by Currency Woes
In reporting preliminary fourth-quarter results, Performance Sports Group Ltd. (PSG) said foreign exchange (FX) impacted fourth-quarter results by 13 cents a share, resulting in adjusted net income of approximately $8 million, or 17 cents per share…
Lids Foundation Announces Grant Awards for First Half of Year
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…
Zozi Raises $30 Million in Financing
Zozi, a startup that hooks merchants up with those seeking travel experiences using proprietary software, raised $30 million in a new round of financing. The new infusion of capital was led by Pritzker Vlock Ventures and included Richard Branson of the Vi
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…
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
Bogner Pulls Sale
The family owner of Bogner, the maker of winter jackets and skiwear, has canceled plans to sell the company. As reported, Bogner last year hired Goldman Sachs to seek a buyer…
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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