Broder Bros., Co. Acquires Denver’s Imprints Wholesale
Broder Bros., Co., the nation's largest distributor of imprintable apparel, announced the acquisition of Imprints Wholesale. The acquisition of Imprints Wholesale represents the first by Broder since 2006 and the first since private investment firm L
Goode Partners Acquires Sneaker Villa
Goode Partners has purchased ownership interest in Sneaker Villa, Inc., the Philadelphia-based urban footwear chain. Since its first store opened in 1989, the company has grown to over 50 units in several key Northeastern and Midwestern markets, more than
Johnson Outdoors Names Hadden as Brand Director for Watercraft
Johnson Outdoors Watercraft Inc., owner of Necky Kayaks, Ocean Kayak, Old Town Canoes & Kayaks and Carlisle paddles, named David Hadden as its new brand director – Watercraft. Hadden joins the company after stints at Freedom Hawk Kayaks, Emotion Kayaks, a
Biden Begins Examining Remedies to Nation’s Gun Violence
A task force appointed by President Obama to examine how to reduce gun violence held its first meeting Wednesday with Vice President Joe Biden at the helm and many members of the cabinet in attendance…
Scott Sports to Launch Ski Boot Line at ORWM 2013
Scott Sports announced it plans to introduce Scott ski boots into the market. Beginning at the 2013 Outdoor Retailer Winter Market, the Swiss company will introduce a line of ski boots which includes boots intended for alpine, ski mountaineering, freeski
Sporting Goods Sales Grew 0.5 percent in November
Sporting goods, hobby, book and music stores’ sales increased 0.5 percent seasonally-adjusted month-to-month in November and increased 7.9 percent unadjusted year-over-year, the U.S. Department of Commerce reported. That compared to an increase of 0
Puma’s Chief Supply Chain Officer to Leave
Puma announced Reiner Seiz, the company's chief supply chain officer, will not extend his current contract. After 23 years at Puma, Seiz will relinquish his duties Jan. 31 to pursue other opportunities. His successor will be announced at a later date
Backcountry Puts Quirk in Charge of Customer Experience
Backcountry.com named Brendan Quirk executive vice president of customer experience. Since Backcountry.com acquired his company Competitive Cyclist in August, 2011, Quirk has served as the general manager of Backcountry’s bike division. Now he will
NRI Names Bellerose to Lead U.S. Expansion
NRI, a 3PL firm serving many action sports, outdoor and lifestyle brands, named Bill Bellerose as general manager of their U.S. operations (NRI USA). Bellerose will be joining the team in the coming week and will lead the transformational growth and devel
Marker Launching Protective Snow Equipment Collection
Marker USA is set to enter the protective equipment category with its new Marker Protective Snow Equipment collection, featuring advancements in protection technology, comfort, and styling for men, women, and kids.
Rock/Creek StumpJump 50K Raises $36,000
The Rock/Creek StumpJump 50k 2012 race raised $36,000 for trail building and preservation in greater Chattanooga, organizers announced…
Mizuno Re-Signs Jennie Finch
Mizuno USA, Inc. re-signed two-time Olympic Medalist and 2010 Amateur Softball Association Female athlete of the year, Jennie Finch, to a multi-year contract extension. Finch partnered with Mizuno in 2002…
Mophie Partners with Mammoth Mountain to Displace POV Video Cameras
Mophie signed an exclusive three-year partnership agreement with Mammoth Mountain to be its official POV video camera sponsor and mobile device protective case sponsor. Mophie recently released OutRide, a wide-angle, waterproof iPhone case and mounting sy
EvoShield Signs Jessica Mendoza
Softball Olympic medalist, professional softball player and ESPN analyst and reporter Jessica Mendoza is partnering with EvoShield to promote the benefits of the Georgia-based company's innovative sports protection equipment…
Catalyst Communication Names New President, Hires Industry Veteran to Advise Retailers
Catalyst Communication announced that Lynn Guissinger has been named president of the company. Catalyst also announced that it has hired industry veteran, Mercedes Ross, to work with bicycle retailers…
