Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. reported sales from continuing operations for the first quarter of fiscal 2013 ended May 4, were $169.8 million versus net sales from continuing operations of $162.3 million a year ago. Comparable store sales increased
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TaylorMade-Adidas Releases Statement on Sergio Garcia
In wake of Sergio Garcia's remarks about Tiger Woods, TaylorMade-Adidas said in a statement, “Sergio Garcia's recent comment was offensive and in no way aligns with TaylorMade-Adidas Golf's values and corporate culture. We have spoken with
Study: Shoes’ Carbon Footprint Comes From Manufacturing Process
A typical pair of running shoes generates 30 pounds of carbon dioxide emissions, equivalent to keeping a 100-watt light bulb on for one week, according to a new MIT-led lifecycle assessment. But what’s surprising to researchers isn’t the size
GrindMedia Acquires TransWorld Action Sports Portfolio from Bonnier
GrindMedia acquired TransWorld’s action sports brands from Bonnier Corporation in a deal it said positions it as the clear leader in connecting advertisers and consumers who share the passion and excitement for action sports. The combined business r
Dick’s SG’s Q1 Comps Miss Plan
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. reported a modest gain in first-quarter earnings, in line with expectations. Adjusted for the shifted calendar due to the 53rd week in 2012, consolidated same store sales decreased 3.8 percent, compared to its guidance of
L.L.Bean Passes Torch to Founder’s Great Grandson
L.L.Bean's long-time chairman and former CEO Leon A. Gorman told the company's employees Monday that he is retiring and passing the torch to another descendant of company founder Leon Leonwood Gorman. He will be succeeded by Shawn Gorman, 47, th
Craft North America Launches Custom Cyclng Apparel Program
Craft North America launched its new custom cycling apparel program for IBD’s, Cycling Teams, Clubs and Charity Cycling events. Teams can be fully outfitted in Custom Craft cycling gear including jerseys, shorts, bibs, jackets, tights, skinsuits, an
Lowa Adds Fourth Demo Center in Estes Park
Lowa added the YMCA of the Rockies Estes Park Center in Estes Park, CO as its newest Demo Center Program partner…
Verde PR and Consulting Launches Events Planing Division
Verde PR & Consulting has formally launched a new events planning and management division: Verde Events…
Wenonah Canoe Names New Rep for Southeastern US
Wenonah Canoe, Inc. named Dave Kruger as its new independent sales representative for the Southeastern USA: Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, North Carolina, South Carolina, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia…
Stormy Kromer Partners with USA Ski Jumping
Stormy Kromer has signed on as the official lifestyle apparel sponsor of USA Ski Jumping and the official fashion wear supplier of Women's Ski Jumping USA…
Cambodia Shoe Factory Collapses
A small shoe factory just outside the capital of Cambodia collapsed last Thursday, killing at least three workers. The factory was making Asics sneakers at the time…
REI Begins Selling Miir Commuter Bikes
REI said it has become the first national retailer to sell MiiR’s inaugural commuter bike line, which includes three models: the single-speed Wave and the five-speed High 5 Diamond and Mixte frames. All models and sizes are now available at five REI
National Retailers Perceive More Regulatory Risk
Retailers are feeling pressure from a heightened regulatory climate. A new BDO USA, LLP analysis of the risk factors listed in the most recent 10-K filings of the largest 100 public U.S. retailers found that federal, state and local regulations have incre
Spy CFO Michael Angel Announces Resignation
Spy Inc. CFO Michael D. Angel has announced his intention to resign from his position in order to facilitate a return to his permanent home in the Bay Area. Angel will remain availalbe as a full-time interim CFO consultant until the appointment of a succe
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