Otis Technology has announced a new sales partnership with the Milo Group. This new partnership provides Otis with additional sales support in the Midwest and Great Lakes areas…
Category: Outdoor
Blandford Steps Down as PAA Program Director
Danny Blandford, Program Director for the Professional Anglers Association, has resigned to accept another position in the fishing industry…
Brunton Outdoor Hires Sales Manager, Specialty Markets
The Brunton Outdoor Group, comprised of the Brunton and Primus brands, announced the hiring of Joel Bell as their new national sales manager for specialty markets in both the US and Canada…
Timberland’s Primary Shareholders Approve VF Corp. Merger
The Timberland Co., in a filing with the Securities & Exchange Commission, said shareholders controlling 73.5 percent of the combined voting power in the company had consented to Timberland's merger with VF Corp…
Field and Stream, Bernette Textile Partner Up
Field & Stream announced that it has entered into an exclusive, long term licensing agreement with Bernette Textile Co., part of the Castlewood Group since 2008, for Field & Stream men's, women's and children’s sportswear…
Hestra Gloves Hires PR/Social Media Firms
Hestra Gloves, the maker of gloves for ski and outdoor enthusiasts, hired 8150 Consulting to handle its marketing and public relations and communications strategy. It has also retained the services of consultant Nick Moscia to handle its social media stra
AMBIG Clothing Appoints National Sales Manager
AMBIG Clothing, the action sports apparel brand, appointed Marvin Springer to the position of national sales manager. He had worked for True Love & False Idols…
Shimano Adds Cyclone Bicycle Supply as U.S. Regional Distributor
Shimano American Corporation has added Portland, OR-based Cyclone Bicycle Supply as a new regional distributor for the U.S. market…
Ashaway Racket Strings Hires Jack Huczek
Ashaway Racket Strings has announced that recently retired racquetball star and former World Champion Jack Huczek has agreed to help the company steer the development of UltraKill and other product lines…
Luxottica Wholesale Division Post 11.6 Percent Q2 Sales Growth
Luxottica Group S.p.A.’s said net sales at its Wholesale Division, which includes the Oakley and Ray-Ban brands, rose to €704.0 million ($1.01bn) in the second quarter ended June 30 from €651.2 million ($827.5mm) in the second quarter la
PHIT Bill Being Re-Introduced on Capital Hill
SGMA reported that legislation to encourage increased physical activity in America will be re-introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives later today. Congressman Kevin Brady (R-TX) will introduce the Personal Health Investment Today Act of 2011 (PHI
Shimano Adds Cyclone Bicycle Supply as U.S. Regional Distributor
himano American Corporation has added Portland, OR-based Cyclone Bicycle Supply as a new regional distributor for the U.S. market…
Gander Mountain Partners with Zac Brown Band
Gander Mountain is proud to announce a unique alliance with Grammy-winning and multiplatinum artist Zac Brown Band, as the nation's first retailer to carry Southern Ground products. The three-team partnership includes an arrangement with Soles4Souls,
Schutt Sponsors Texas High School Coaches Association All-Star Games
Schutt Sports is sponsoring the Texas High School Coaches Association (THSCA) 2011 All-Star Games this week, as the “Official Football Helmet” and platinum partner of the program…
Pioneer Research Names New Reps Across The Country
Pioneer Research, the North American headquarters for SeaLife Underwater Cameras, Vero Vellini gunslings and the VION MiNi 2000 Handbearing Compass, announced the expansion of its sales representation across the country. The four new organizations that ha
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