Volcom posted another strong quarter, but an increased tax rate hurt otherwise strong gains on its bottom line. Sales were up across all segments and regions, with the exception of the Snow segment, which saw flat growth on the loss of the Galyan’s busin
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Thule Posts Strong Third Quarter in North America…
Thule third quarter sales increased 18.5% globally to SEK 864 million ($112.8 mm) compared to SEK 729 mm ($97.4 mm) last year. Thule’s profitability increased with EBITA climbing 12.1% to SEK 120 ($15.7 mm) compared to SEK 107 mm ($14.3 mm) last year. Sal
Icebreaker Makes Record Merino Wool Purchase; Sees 300% Growth in U.S.
Icebreaker, the New Zealand based manufacturer of pure merino nature clothing, has made the largest purchase of merino wool for apparel in New Zealand history. The contract, worth $30 million (New Zealand dollars, or roughly $21 million USD) and totaling
On the Horizon Hires Jordan Schultz
On the Horizon Communications hired Jordan Schultz as an account manager. In her position, Shultz will interact with media and clients on numerous accounts…
Brunswick Sees 13% Sales Increase Spur 21% Income Jump
Brunswick Corporation announced that for the quarter ended Sept. 30, 2005, net sales increased 13% to $1,434.6 million, from $1,273.2 million a year earlier. Net earnings totaled $88.4 million up 21% from $72.9 million for the third quarter of 2004. Fitne
Sport-Haley VP, Sales Submits Resignation
Mark Maley, VP, sales of Sport-Haley, Inc. has submitted a letter of resignation to the company. Until January 16, 2006, Mr. Maley will continue to serve as VP, sales of the company. The company has not appointed anyone to act as VP, sales after Mr. Maley
LaCrosse Amends Credit Agreement
LaCrosse Footwear, Inc. executed a First Amendment to Credit Agreement to its existing credit agreement with Wells Fargo Bank, National Association, along with a Revolving Line of Credit Note. Under the Amendment and Note, the maximum aggregate principal
OBIT: Jim Weinstein
Jim Weinstein, 101, one of the original founders of the trade organization that became SIA, and four decades corporate counsel to the organization, died Oct. 20 in Woodstock, Vt. He also organized and ran the National Ski Credit Association, a credit repo
Men’s Product Designer — Under Armour
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Sales Manager — The Turtle Fur Group
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Independent Sales Reps – Zoot Sports
Zoot Sports, an industry leader in multisport and performance apparel, is looking for established sales reps in various North American markets. Candidates must have
territory experience in the running and bicycle markets and make frequent visits t
Director of Sales — the program*
the program* is seeking a dynamic leader to drive sales to the next level. If you are experienced in sales management and a dedicated believer in the program’s* brands (Forum, Jeenyus, Foursquare, Special Blend), this could be your dream job! Thi
Sales Manager — Stearns, Inc.
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Technical Product Specialist — Suunto USA
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