Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. reported comps increased 3.1% in June compared to a gain of 10.4% in the year-ago month. Net sales increased to $17.0 million, compared to $16.6 million in the same period last year…
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Macy’s Same-Store Sales Down 8.9% in June
Macy’s, Inc. reported total sales of $2.05 billion for the five weeks ended July 4, a decrease of 9.1% compared with total sales of $2.25 billion in the same period a year earlier. On a same-store basis, Macy’s, Inc. sales were down 8.9% in June. The comp
BJ’s June Comps Dip 4.8%
BJ’s Wholesale Club, Inc. June 2009 sales decreased by 4.8% to $1.00 billion, from $1.05 billion in June 2008. Comparable club sales for June 2009 decreased by 7.5%, including a negative impact of 10.2% from lower gasoline revenue. Excluding gasoline, mer
Outdoor Retailer to Honor Andy Knapp
Outdoor Retailer will honor Andy Knapp, a renowned outdoor adventurer and former head buyer of hardgoods at Midwest Mountaineering, at a Paddle Out held during the Outdoor Retailer Summer Market Open Air Demo at 3 p.m. on Monday July 20, 2009. After a six
Neiman Marcus’ Comps Tumble 20.8% in June
Neiman Marcus, Inc. reported June comps dropped 20.8%. Total revenues were down 19.4% to $323 million from $401 million a year ago…
Velo Vie Launches Wholesale Business Platform
Velo Vie Bicycles is introducing the Velo Vie Dealer Network in the United States as a result of IBD demand. Since its inception in 2006, Velo Vie has concentrated its marketing and promotion efforts through the online, consumer direct channel. Velo Vie w
Dermatone Hires New Director of Sales
Dermatone Laboratories Inc., a supplier of sunblock and skin protection to the outdoor industry, has hired a new Director of Sales, Matthew Strzempko. Strzempko will manage the continued growth of Dermatone, working closely with sales reps, national acco
Remington Arms to Redeem Notes
Remington Arms Co., Inc., an indirect wholly owned subsidiary of Freedom Group, Inc., intends to redeem all of its outstanding $200 million 10½% Senior Notes due 2011…
Veltec Sports Relaunches Website
Veltec Sports, which owns several cycling brands, launched a newly re-designed website at veltecsports.com. The new site offers improved design, a more user-friendly layout, and expanded product information…
Lands’ End Sponsors Race to Mackinac
Lands' End returns for its seventh year as presenting sponsor of the Chicago Yacht Club's Race to Mackinac. The 101st running of the race sets sail from Chicago on July 18…
Kansas Latest State to Adopt Online Hunter’s Ed. Course
Kansas is the latest state to adopt the HunterExam.com interactive hunter education course as an option to prepare for hunter education certification. The new HunterExam online course allows students to complete coursework online before attending required
Candie’s Extends Partnership with Britney Spears
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. will continue its partnership with Britney Spear for its Candie's brand, which is exclusively sold at Kohl's Department Stores…
Back-to-School Outlook Brightens in New Report
While the market struggles through what looks to be an ugly second quarter at retail, sports and outdoor industry retailers — and eventually vendors — may find some solace in early numbers from a recent survey that reveals that consumers may be keeping th
Les Otten to Run for Governor of Maine
Les Otten, the former CEO of American Skiing Co., announced plans to run for governor of the state of Maine as a Republican. According to his website, Otten's campaign will focus on renewable energy, job creation, efficient government and leadership
VF Corp. Unveils New Licensed Sports Group
VF Imagewear has officially renamed the VF Activewear group as the VF Licensed Sports Group, a division focused on the development of both on-field and licensed sports apparel. Sources inside the company told SEW there were no changes in staff or office
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