VF Corp. Becomes Possible Bidder for Eddie Bauer
VF Corp, the parent of The North Face and Vans, may be a possible bidder in the bankruptcy auction for the assets of Eddie Bauer Holdings Inc., according to a court document…
New Balance Parters with Major League Lacrosse for Boys and Girls Clubs
New Balance has partnered with Major League Lacrosse (MLL) to raise funds and awareness for Boys and Girls Clubs in participating MLL markets…
Steve Madden Acquires Certain Assets of SML Brands
Steve Madden has completed its acquisition of substantially all of the assets constituting the Zone 88 and Shakedown Street lines of SML Brands, LLC, a subsidiary of Aimee Lynn, Inc. SML Brands designs and markets primarily private label accessories, prin
KEEN Launches Promotion for Retailers: HybridLife Days
KEEN Inc. has launched KEEN HybridLife Days, a new in-store initiative taking place in 14 retail stores across the country, including Kirkhams, Footwise and Gazelle Sports…
NFWF and Perdue Announce New Chesapeake Partnership
The National Fish and Wildlife Foundation announced a new partnership with Perdue, the East Coast's leading poultry provider, to help restore the Chesapeake Bay…
Sellmark Expanding Workforce
Sellmark Corporation announces plans to expand its workforce by hiring new employees in sales, shipping and receiving, as well as other departments. Sellmark currently has 29 employees and will expand its workforce by 20% within the next few months and ov
Doerr Named President/CEO of Pure Fishing
Pure Fishing said John T. Doerr has been named President and CEO, effective immediately. Doerr had been acting as the Interim President for the past three months. James E. Lillie, President and COO of parent company Jarden Corporation, made the announceme
AAFA Group Calls for Renewed Ban on Burmese Exports
The American Apparel & Footwear Association has called on U.S. lawmakers to renew a ban on Burmese exports. The AAFA sent a letter to members of the U.S. Congress urging them to pass legislation that would extend sanctions against Burma under the 2003 Bur
West 49 Renews Credit Line
West 49, the Canadian action sports chain, has obtained the renewal of its existing credit facilities. The renewal of existing credit facilities included more accommodating financial covenants…
Hazell Named VP, New Era EMEA
New Era Cap Co., Inc. named Steve Hazell to the position of VP of New Era Europe, the Middle East, and Africa (EMEA). Hazell, most recently at K-Swiss, will lead all marketing, sales and distribution efforts in the region…
Modell’s Praised for Job Hiring Efforts in Harlem
Modell's was honored for its commitment to supplying jobs to local Empowerment Zone residents in Harlem. A press conference discussing the federal Work Opportunity Tax Credit (which Modell's currently takes advantage of), training programs funde
New Shaun White Line to Reach Target on August 15
Target said a new Shaun White 4 Target will be back in stores for Fall 2009. Shaun White 4 Target debuted in fall 2008 with a limited-edition collection for boys and young men. After a successful premiere, Shaun and Target decided to continue the partners
Nike Opens Action Sports Store
Nike Inc. has opened a Nike 6.0, Hurley and Converse concept store at 225 Forest in Laguna Beach with a big focus on customization. The new three-story concept, entitled 225 Forest, marks the first time Hurley, Nike 6.0, Converse and Nike SB are being sol
SIA to Offer On-Site Childcare Services
SIA plans to offer on-site childcare services during the 2010 SIA Snow Show (January 28-31, 2010) at the Colorado Convention Center…
Chris Lowe to Head Eastern Sales for Cascade Designs
Cascade Designs, Inc. added Chris Lowe to the sales management team. Lowe will manage and support the sales efforts for Therm-a-Rest, MSR, SealLine and Platypus brand products in the eastern U.S. region. Lowe was the former national sales manager for Ex O
