K2 confirmed it is developing its first line of ski boots, which will be launched for the 2013-14 winter season…
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Obermeyer Appoints Rep for Great Lakes East Territory
Aspen-based Sport Obermeyer appointed Lisa Skelton as a sales representative, responsible for the Great Lakes East territory. Skelton, who has worked and lived in Michigan for over 25 years, will report to Aspen-based Linda Rodney, director of sales for O
Holiday Retail Spending up 15 Percent Online as of Dec. 18
Holiday spending at retail e-commerce sites from Nov. 1 through Dec. 18 reached nearly $32 billion, up 15 percent over the corresponding period last year, according to comScore’s latest estimates…
Nike’s Q2 Revenues Jump 18 Percent, Futures Ahead 13 Percent
Nike, Inc. reported revenues increased 18 percent in its second quarter ended Nov. 30, and advanced 16 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Earnings rose 2.6 percent due to the impact of a lower gross margin but came out slightly ahead of Wall Street'
L.L. Bean Signs Snowboarder Westcott As Brand Ambassador
L.L.Bean has entered a multi-year partnership with Seth Wescott, one of the most accomplished and decorated riders in snowboarding history. Wescott will serve as a brand ambassador and work with L.L.Bean outerwear product developers to provide insights on
Edwin Watts Unveils New Website
In conjunction with the holiday shopping season, Edwin Watts Golf Shops, LLC, re-launched www.edwinwattsgolf.com. The new-look e-commerce website offers online shoppers a turnkey shopping solution…
Respect Your Universe Signs First Athletic Endorser
RYU (Respect Your Universe), signed UFC Fighter Jon Fitch to an endorsement deal…
Billabong Reviewing Operations and Finances in Wake of Sudden Sales Decline
Billabong International Limited said it is again reviewing its business for possible cost cuts and a recapitalization in the wake of a significant drop in retail sales in November, which it attributed largely to conditions in Europe. The North America bus
Puma Acquires Stake in United Legwear Co.
Puma North America has acquired 51 percent of United Legwear Co.'s Puma legwear and bodywear subsidiary…
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Buys Carbon Offsets for Fall Show
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is partnering with NativeEnergy to offset its greenhouse gas emissions. Through the purchase of NativeEnergy’s Help Build carbon offsets, Grassroots will offset 27 tons of CO2 produced by the company’s Fall Show tha
Ecco hires MaryBeth Cobia as Territory Manager for USA Golf Division
Danish brand Ecco announced that MaryBeth Cobia has been hired as Territory Manager for the Ecco USA Golf Division. In her new role, Cobia will support key national accounts and oversee the company's Comfort Tech Van…
Shaun White Home Line to Debut at Target
The premiere collection of Shaun White home product is set to hit Target stores and Target's website the week of Dec. 26. The home line, which is the next evolution of the successful Shaun White apparel, accessory and shoe partnership with Target, fe
Crocs, Inc. Obtains $70 million 5-Year Revolving Credit Agreement
Crocs, Inc. entered into an amended and restated credit agreement, effectively replacing the existing $30M asset backed line of credit set to expire September 2014 with a five-year $70M secured revolving line of credit…
Auri Expands Eastern Sales Coverage
Auri, Inc. has added a sales representative to cover the eastern part of the U.S for both it's Auri Footwear branded product line and the recent Robert Graham footwear license…
Li and Fung Offers to Buy Hang Ten
Li & Fung has offered to buy iconic surf apparel brand Hang Ten for about Hong Kong $2.7 billion ($350 mm), according to the Hong Kong Standard. Li & Fung hopes the deal will help its retail arm enter the growing segment of casual fashion apparel and boos
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