Terna, Lorpen Merge

The majority shareholder of the Spanish company IASA (owner of the brands Astore and Ternua) has acquired Lorpen, a company based in Navarra, Spain…

Crocs Cuts Jobs, Closes Stores After Earnings Drop

Crocs, Inc. said it would reverse its strategy Tuesday, saying and focus on profits over growth. The company will trim its product line, close stores, cut back on direct investment overseas and focus on efficiency. The company unveiled the plan while repo

Vasque Renews Partnership for FloydFest 13

Vasque renewed its partnership with FloydFest for its 13th annual music and outdoor adventure festival along the Blue Ridge Parkway near Floyd, VA, July 23 – 27. This year’s theme is Revolutionary and Vasque is asking attendees to Find Out What&#821

Skechers Signs Demi Lovato

Skechers signed Demi Lovato, multi-platinum selling recording artist and actress, to appear in the footwear company’s global marketing and social media campaigns through 2016. Lovato, known for hit singles, “Give Your Heart a Break”, &#8

Competitor Group Appoints Meb Keflezighi VP of Running

Competitor Group, Inc. (CGI) named Meb Keflezighi its first vice president of running, effective immediately. The Boston Marathon winner will develop CGI's training content and directly contribute to the company's overall growth in the running i

Made in USA Certification Company Settles with FTC

A company that provides a “Made in USA” certification seal to marketers has agreed to settle Federal Trade Commission charges that it deceived consumers by allowing companies to use the seal without either independently verifying that those co

Newell Rubbermaid to Acquire Ignite USA

Newell Rubbermaid has agreed to acquire Ignite USA, LLC, which makes thermal mugs and hydration bottles under the Contigo and Avex brands, for $308 million from North Castle Partners and its co-investors. Ignite's sales have grown at a CAGR of 35 per

Johnny Manziel Top 2014 NFL Jersey-Seller

Johnny Manziel, the 22nd overall pick in the in the 2014 NFL Draft by the Cleveland Browns, has the top selling NFL player jersey on NFLShop.com. The sales were based between Apr. 1 and July 17…