CW-X Taps Retail Parnters in Mexico and the UK
The Wacoal Sports Science Corporation (WSSC), makers of CW-X® Conditioning Wear, have appointed exclusive retailers in Deportes Marti Mexico and Snow and Rock Sports in the United Kingdom, making the brand available in those countries for the first time.
Global Brands Group Taps Seardel Investment for World Cup Line
Global Brands Group has signed up Seardel Investment Corporation Limited to create official licensed clothing bearing the 2010 FIFA World Cup Mark. This deal enables retailers across South Africa to carry a wide range of 2010 FIFA World Cup merchandise,
Canoe/Kayak U.S. Olympic Team Trials Head to Oklahoma
USA Canoe/Kayak's 2008 U.S. Olympic Team Trials for Sprint Canoe/Kayak will take place April 18 – 20, 2008 in Oklahoma City, OK. Nearly 100 elite paddlers from across the U.S. are expected to compete in the three-day Trials competition that will dete
Bakers Footwear Launches Cost Saving Initiatives
Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. announced cost reduction initiatives aimed at improving profitability. The Company has identified and commenced actions to generate approximately $8.0 million of specific cost savings that will positively impact operating resul
Genesco Reconvenes Shareholder Meeting
Genesco Inc. will reconvene the special meeting of shareholders initially convened on September 17, 2007 to approve and adopt a charter amendment that would permit the redemption of Genesco's Employees' Subordinated Convertible Preferred Stock f
Amer Opens Ogden HQ
Amer Sports Corporation has opened its doors in Ogden, Utah, the new headquarters for its recently created Winter & Outdoor U.S. unit. Amer Sports Winter and Outdoor includes the brands Salomon, Atomic and Suunto. ASWO is led by President/General Manager
Wilson Names Footwear Director for Racquet Sports
Wilson Sporting Goods has named Sean O’Brien as global footwear director for Racquet Sports. In his new position, O’Brien will be responsible for all aspects of Wilson’s footwear development and marketing on a global level…
Mission-ITECH to Supply NHL Refs With Helmets and Visors
Mission-ITECH Hockey has entered into a multi-year agreement with the National Hockey League Officials Association (NHLOA), which will see the company’s Mission brand helmets and ITECH brand visors being worn by NHL and American Hockey League (AHL) refere
DTMBA Names Dusty Baker as National Chairman
The Don’t Take My Bat Away Coalition, which has grown to over one thousand members in Pennsylvania since being established just months ago, has named former Major Leaguer Dusty Baker as its national chairman…
TJX Co.’s Reach Settlement in Security Breach Class Actions
The TJX Companies, Inc. has entered into a Settlement Agreement with respect to the customer class actions in the United States, Canada and Puerto Rico relating to customer claims arising from the criminal intrusion(s) into TJX's computer system. Est
Finish Line Responds to Genesco Suit
The Finish Line, Inc. made the following statement regarding the filing by Genesco Inc. of a suit in Chancery Court in Nashville, Tennessee, regarding the Company's proposed acquisition of Genesco: “The Finish Line has complied with its obligations u
Everlast Closes Merger At $33 Per Share
Everlast Worldwide Inc. has completed and closed on the merger with Brands Holdings after receiving shareholder approval at a special meeting of Everlast's shareholders held on September 19, 2007. In the transaction, each issued and outstanding share
adidas Confirms London Olympics Sponsorship
adidas annonced it has become the official sportswear sponsor of the 2012 Olympics in London. adidas will be the exclusive supplier of branded and unbranded sports merchandise to all London 2012 venues and stores and they will also provide apparel for the
Under Armour Signs Sponsorship Deal With Leafs
The Toronto Maple Leafs and Under Armour, Inc. signed a multi-faceted sponsorship that includes advertising rights for Under Armour throughout Air Canada Centre during Leafs' home games through the 2009-2010 season. In addition to the advertising rig
American Apparel To Open First Utah Store
American Apparel has signed a lease to open a 2,800 square-foot store in Trolley Square in Salt Lake City. The store is expected to be open in time for the holiday season…
