Consumers once again proved unflappable in the face of high energy prices as a late December shopping spree capped off another successful holiday season. According to the National Retail Federation, retail industry sales (which exclude automobiles, gas s
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Burns Promoted to VP of Strategic Planning and New Business at Kellwood
Patrick J. Burns was named Kellwood vice president of strategic planning and new business development. He joined Kellwood in 2002 as president of Gerber Childrenswear. Before Kellwood, he spent 14 years with Sara Lee implementing long-range plans maximizi
Shock Doctor Hires Three New Sales Agencies
Shock Doctor Protective Insoles has appointed three new sales organizations in New England, the Southeast, and in California. Each one will oversee Shock Doctor’s sales and marketing efforts in their respective territories. Light Speed Sales Agency will s
Environmental Assault Continues in Alaska
Ignoring vocal opposition from Alaska natives,
scientists and sportsmen, the U.S. Government opened the Teshekpuk Lake Special Area for oil leasing in Northwestern
Alaska. The decision repeals the last remaining protections for critical waterfowl and big
OR Winter Market to Host 2nd Annual Fashion Show
Following last year’s successful debut, Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2006 will feature the 2nd Annual Winter Market Fashion Show at the Salt Palace in Salt Lake City, Utah from January 28 to January 31. Exhibitors ranging from global manufacturers to s
Hurley Recalls Hoody
The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with Hurley International, announced a voluntary recall of 330 Boy's Windbreaker Jacket with Drawstring. The jackets have a drawstring through the hood, posing a strangulation hazard to chi
Paul Harrington Appointed President of Reebok Brand
Reebok International has named Paul Harrington as President and CEO of the Reebok brand, effective immediately. Harrington, 44, reports directly to Paul Fireman, Chairman and CEO of Reebok International Ltd. Fireman had been serving as acting president of
150 New Brands to Attend WSA
WSA announced that, to date, 150 new brands have signed on to show their fall collections at the upcoming show taking place Feb. 10–13, 2006 in Las Vegas. In addition, several long-time exhibitors have increased their booth sizes from previous shows due
Lawsuit Filed Against Oakley in Razrwire Dispute…
USAmerican LLC of Beverly Hills has filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Oakley, Inc. and Motorola, Inc. in the U.S. District Court for the Central District of California alleging that the “Razrwire” sunglasses and headset combination infringes U.S
Michael Crooke Tapped to Lead Revolution Living…
Michael Crooke, the outgoing CEO of Patagonia, will become the founding CEO of Revolution Living, the new company created by Steve Case to build businesses that inspire people to live more balanced and meaningful lives. Crooke, credited with helping to bu
NSAA Revises Environmental Charter…
For the first time since the National Ski Areas Association inked its original Environmental Charter five years ago, the organization has revised the document to reflect the changing state of the industry and the environment. The Charter, which is part of
Oakley Appoints Servidori to Head Europe
Oakley, Inc. has appointed Giuseppe Servidori as the company's vice president and managing director of Oakley Europe, its wholly-owned subsidiary. Mr. Servidori, 43, brings more than 15 years of experience to his new role and will oversee the company
Gander Fights Back Against Cabela’s and Bass Pro Subsidies
According to a report on the NWITimes.com, Gander Mountain is lobbying state officials to stop government subsidies for a Cabela's in Hammond, Indiana and Bass Pro Shops in Portage, Indiana. The local paper reported that a public relations firm conne
Big 5 Cuts Q4 EPS Guidance on Higher DC Expenses
Big 5 Sporting Goods Corporation reported that net sales for its 13-week fourth quarter ended January 1 were $217.1 million, versus net sales of $217.6 million for the 14-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2004. On a comparable 13-week basis for both fiscal 20
JJB Sports Holiday Comps Up 2%; Margins Suffer
JJB Sports plc, the UK’s largest sports retailer, said the retail environment, particularly in clothing and footwear, continues to be very competitive and in order to meet this challenge, JJB has been operating a vigorous promotional campaign since Octobe
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