The National Association of Sporting Goods Wholesalers (NASGW) has created a new Leadership Development Council (LDC) to help develop a deeper understanding of market conditions while simultaneously building stronger relationships with key association mem
Author: Thomas J. Ryan
Thomas J. Ryan
Senior Business Editor | SGB Media
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Chaco’s ‘Fit for Adventure’ Brand Experience Tour Hits the Road Again
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Dick’s SG Partners Again on Youth-Sports Documentary
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Nike to Open First Brooklyn Store
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Puma Cuts 2015 Guidance On Strong U.S. Dollar
Puma reported first-quarter profits fell 30 percent despite a 13 percent revenue gain. Sales grew 4.4 percent on currency-neutral terms. The company said its profit would be lower than expected in 2015 after the strong U.S. dollar hit its first-quarter ea
Foot Locker Foundation Unveils Recipients of Scholar Athletes Program
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Scarpa Realigns Sales Rep Structure
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DSW Recognized for Omni-Channel Efforts
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City Sports Celebrates Head Merchant’s SGB 40-Under-40 Recognition
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Eastland Shoe Appoints VP of Sales
Eastland Shoe Corp., a Maine-based company producing hand-crafted footwear since 1955, appointed Danny Livingston as its new vice president of sales…
Soles4Souls Assists Cyclone Pam Victims
Soles4Souls, which collects shoes and distributes them to people in need around the globe, has teamed up with Carnival Australia, Virgin Australia and Virgin Atlantic Cargo to provide shoes and clothing to people in need in Vanuatu following the devastati
Mission Partners with Jimmie Johnson
Mission, the maker of thermoregulation apparel, has partnered with racing champion Jimmie Johnson and Lowe’s, kicking off the start of a national awareness campaign focused on heat safety…
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