Boot Barn Holdings Inc., which operates 155 stores in 24 states, has filed for an initial public offering. The company plans to raise up to $86.25 million…
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Muck Boots Partners with Modern Farmer Magazine
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Puma has extended its partnership with BMW Motorsport, announcing a multi-year renewal of its contract with the global motorsport brand…
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Dr. Cool Contending for ITMA Future Materials Award
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Nuun Launches Hydration Testing Program
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Charles River Apparel Adds Sales Reps
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Better Baseball Opens Second Retail Location in Chamblee, GA
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Shoe Carnival Raises Awareness for Breast Cancer Research
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Escalade Sells Information Security Business
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