Icebreaker director Rob Fyfe will take on the role of executive chairman at the apparel company in September. Fyfe, who stepped down as the CEO of Air New Zealand last year, will focus on strategic issues, including how Icebreaker contends with growing co
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QRide Inc. Launches Dealer Program
Emergency ID maker QRide Inc has launched a dealer program for the company’s QRide Mini product. The QRide Mini Intro Pack is now available and includes 15 pairs of the company’s flagship product, and a small point-of-sale display…
Ugg Australia Opens Houston Store
UGG Australia celebrated the grand opening of its retail store at The Galleria in Houston, TX…
The North Face Names Erlick VP of Sales
The North Face appointed Tony Erlick to vice president of sales effective June 20, 2013. Erlick will report to Todd Spaletto, president of The North Face, and be responsible for the leadership and execution of the brand’s global sales and growth str
Trek to Match World Bicycle Relief Donations in July
Trek Bicycle is partnering with World Bicycle Relief to double the impact of donations made to WBR this July. When supporters of World Bicycle Relief donate to the organization in the month of July, Trek will match their contribution, dollar for dollar…
Sport Chalet’s Modern Prototype Opens in Downtown Los Angeles
Sport Chalet, Inc. has opened its new store prototype in downtown Los Angeles located at the FIGat7th shopping center. The modern store layout, designed by architecture firm Gensler, introduces the Expert Center, a hub in the center of the store designed
Obama Administration Delays Healthcare Law’s Employer Mandates Until Jan. 1, 2015
The U.S. Treasury Department announced late Tuesday that it would give employers an additional year to comply with certain provisions of the Affordable Care Act, provoking immediate praise from the National Retail Federation and other employer groups…
Nike’s New App Focuses on Sustainability
As part of its commitment to designing a better, more sustainable future, Nike launches Making — a new app that helps designers and product creators make informed decisions about the environmental impacts of the materials they choose…
Sports Group International Hires Newest Recruiter
Sports Group International, a leading executive search firm serving the sports industry, has hired Rob Grady as vice president of sports business. Grady will focus on recruiting executives in sports marketing, sales and management across the many aspects
Johnson Health Tech Appoints Australian Managing Director
Johnson Health Tech. Co. Ltd. announced several leadership promotions for its Australian and North American business units. Gary Peak, a seasoned industry professional who has been with Johnson Health Tech North America (JHTNA) since 2006, will assume the
L.L.Bean Launches L.L.Bean Visa Everywhere Giveaway
L.L.Bean and Barclaycard US announced a new promotion for L.L.Bean Visa card members. The Take L.L.Bean Visa Everywhere Giveaway offers an opportunity for L.L.Bean cardmembers to win a cash grand prize of $250,000…
Jimmy Jazz Appoints GMM
Jimmy Jazz has promoted Robert Butler to VP and general merchandise manager of apparel, footwear and accessories for Jimmy Jazz Stores, Decibel Stores and Jimmy Jazz.com…
Zeal Optics Partners with American Forests for Project 5480
Zeal Optics announced its partnership with American Forests to plant 5,480 trees, which equals the elevation of Zeal’s headquarters in Boulder, across the nation in 2013. With the newly founded corporate partnership deemed Project 5480…
Converse Opens Store in San Francisco
Converse Inc. opened its first Northern California location in San Francisco, the brand’s fifth inline location in the U.S. Located on Market Street…
Vaude Expects Distributor to Open up to 50 Stores in China in 2013
Vaude Sport GmbH & Co. KG said it expects China to become one of its top three export markets by the end of 2013 as its distributor opens up to 50 new Vaude stores…
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