Puma and The Italian Football Federation (FIGC) announced a new comprehensive partnership that will see Puma operate as the FIGC’s lead partner into the next decade…
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Thomas J. Ryan
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The Finish Line’s Q4 Earnings Top Estimates
The Finish Line reported earnings declined 5.4 percent to $40.4 million, or 87 cents in its fourth quarter ended Feb. 28, but adjusted earnings topped Wall Street's consensus target. Sales improved 6.3 percent to $551.3 million with comps ahead 2.6 p
Finish Line’s Q4 Profits Top Estimates
The Finish Line reported fourth-quarter earnings topped Wall Street’s targets as better full-price selling at the Finish Line chain, healthy sales at its Macy’s partnership, and robust digital momentum offset below-plan profits at Running Spec
Quiksilver Appoints Pierre Agnes CEO
Quiksilver, Inc. announced that Pierre Agnes, president of Quiksilver, Inc., has been promoted to chief executive officer and added to the board of directors. He succeeds Andy Mooney, who is no longer with the company…
Shock Doctor Merges with McDavid
In a merger of two of the leading sports protection companies, Shock Doctor Sports and McDavid Inc. jointly announced that they have agreed to merge their companies. Financial details weren't disclosed…
Quiksilver Undergoes Executive Shakeup
Quiksilver, Inc. announced that Pierre Agnes, president of Quiksilver, Inc., has been promoted to CEO. He replaces Andy Mooney, who is no longer with the company…
Professional Women’s Bowling Association Tour Re-Launches After 12-Year Hiatus
The Professional Women's Bowling Association (PWBA) Tour will re-launch in May 2015 following a 12-year hiatus…
Speedo’s Parent Swings to Profit
PVH Corp, the parent of Speedo and Izod, reported fourth-quarter revenues inched 0.8 percent to $2.07 billion but grew 5 percent on currency-neutral (c-n) basis. Said Manny Chirico, chairman and CEO, on a conference call with analysts, “Overall we w
Adidas Sees 15 Percent Annual EPS Growth Through 2020
At its Investor Day, the Adidas Group presented a new strategic business plan, “Creating the New,” designed to accelerating growth significantly. Revenues are projected to increase at a high-single-digit rate on average per year on a currency-neutra
Competitor Group Appoints President
Competitor Group, Inc. appointed Josh Furlow as president, overseeing all of CGI’s global business. Furlow was previously executive vice president of events…
Stegmann Clogs Chooses U.S. Distributor
Stegmann Clogs, an Austrian brand specializing in natural wool felt clogs, has chosen Virginia based AGS Footwear Group as its U.S. distribution partner…
New Balance Launches First Soccer Advertisement
New Balance launched the brand’s first football (soccer) advertisement ‘#NBFootball’; aimed at encapsulating New Balance’s approach to the sport. Directed by award winning filmmaker Marie Schuller, the film stars New Balance Footba
Big 5 Acknowledges More Board Nominations
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corp. noted that in addition to the three candidates for election previously announced by Stadium Capital Management, LLC, Engaged Capital, LLC also has nominated four other director candidates for election to the company's board
Karmaloop Files for Bankruptcy, Seeks Buyer
Karmaloop Inc., one of the leading online sellers of streetwear, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and is seeking a buyer. The bankruptcy filing in Delaware listed $10 million to $50 million in assets…
Fred’s Appoints Chief Merchandising Officer
Fred's, Inc. hired Bryan Pugh, formerly at Walgreen's, as chief merchandising and marketing officer…
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