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Sheri Poe Out at MBT
MBT, the footwear manufacturer, announced that effective
immediately Sheri Poe will no longer serve as CEO of US Operations. Ken Pucker, who was named interim Global CEO in early November, will assume her responsibilities for managing the US entity of MBT
Julie Skirving Joins Overland Equipment
Julie Skirving has joined Overland Equipment, bringing with her over 20 years sales and marketing experience in the US and Canadian outdoor industries. Most recently, Skirving led the sales and marketing efforts for the Lolë apparel brand in the U.S. mark
Rock/Creek Presents Longest Trail Race in Chattanooga History
Rock/Creek and The Wilderness Trail Running Association (The Boonies) have planned the longest trail running race in Chattanooga history. The Lookout Mountain 100k will take place for the first time on Dec. 20th, 2008. The foot race will cross several dif
Etonic Promotes Two in Running Division
Etonic Worldwide has promoted Russ Curran to general manager of Etonic Running and Dan Norton to senior director of marketing…
TMaG to Cut 170 Jobs from Recently Acquired Ashworth Brand
TaylorMade-adidas Golf has announced it will cut 170 jobs as it integrates the Ashworth brand into business operations.
New Jersey Sportsmen Hold Caucus for Hunting/Fishing Conservation
New Jersey's anglers, hunters and trappers are claiming a historic day after creating and holding the first official meeting of the New Jersey Angling and Hunting Conservation Caucus (NJAHCC), a bipartisan assembly of political leaders and recreation
CEO of US Operations Out at MBT
Masai Barefoot Technology has announced that, effective immediately, Sheri Poe will no longer serve as CEO of US Operations. Ken Pucker, who was named interim Global CEO in early November, will assume her responsibilities for managing the US entity of MB
Gildan’s Sales, Market Share Jump in Q4
Gildan reported net earnings of $21.4 million and diluted EPS of 18 cents for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2008, down 47.7% from earnings of $40.9 million, or 34 cents per share, during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2007. Sales in the fourth quarter of fis
Nikwax Hires Two European PR Agencies
Nikwax N.A. President Chas Fisher has accepted the assignment as manager of Nikwax Ltd.'s international marketing and identity team. In his leadership the team has hired Chrissy Dorn of Germany and Stephanie Briggs of Spring PR in the UK to handle p
Nikwax Names Personnel for Global Operations
Nikwax Ltd. says it has strengthened its leadership position in the global aftercare industry by making several recent personnel appointments…
Denver to Host Int’l Sports Convention
The Metro Denver Sports Commission (MDSC) has announced that Denver has been selected to host Sportaccord 2009, the seventh annual International Sports Convention that brings together members of the International Sports Federations, the International Olym
Riddell Files Patent Infringement Action Against Schutt
Riddell, Inc. has filed a lawsuit against Schutt Sports, Inc, claiming Schutt has infringed on three different patents arising from Riddell’s helmet and faceguard technologies…
Whole Foods Accepts Dr. Bronner’s Fair Trade Credentials
Dr. Bronner's Magic Soaps and the Swiss Organic and Fair Trade Certifier IMO have been accepted into Whole Foods Market's Whole Trade Program. The Whole Trade Program is Whole Foods Market's designation of products with the highest degree o
Blackcomb Whistler Gondola Goes Live Friday
Intrawest's expensive marketing campaign for the launch of its 2.7-mile PEAK 2 PEAK gondola will culminate Friday with a live webcast of grand opening ceremonies from the Whistler Blackcomb ski resort. Intrawest has been promoting the record breaking
OIA: Outdoor Sales Grew 8% in October
According to The Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Outdoor Topline Report, October retail sales for all core outdoor stores (chain, internet, specialty) gained 8% in dollars compared to October 2007. All four major product categories (equipment, equipmen
