Timberland Rolls Out New Packaging Initiative
The Timberland Company has announced a footwear packaging initiative that reduces Timberland's environmental impact and provides consumers with new information to help guide them in the purchase process. As part of the initiative to debut this year,
GBMI Appoints Luxury Brands Sales Director
Global Brand Marketing, Inc. has appointed Bettina Schmitt to director of US sales for GBMI’s Luxury brands, Dry-shoD and Dry shod Verde. Ms. Schmitt will be responsible for developing the luxury casual Dry- shoD brand and the new modern sport casual sub-
GBMI Appoints Singer Nautica U.S. Sales Chief
Global Brand Marketing, Inc. has appointed Dan Singer to director of US sales for Nautica. In this new position, Mr. Singer will oversee the expansion of the Nautica brand into department stores, independents and marine retailers. He will also be charged
Probar Promotes Lambert to President
Probar's General Manager, Jules Lambert, has been named the new president of the company, effective immediately. Lambert, who has a background in international business and design, was also instrumental in the development of Probar’s new production e
Karhu Wins Jackson Rental Contract
Karhu recently won the Jackson Ski Touring Foundation ’s highly selective rental contract. After a methodical equipment test, Karhu’s Snowblaze Fitness Touring ski package won the contract…
Deckers Loses UGH-Boot TM in Australia; UGG Logo Okay
IP Australia, the Australian Trademark Office, determined that Deckers Outdoor Corporation's Australian UGH-BOOT trademark registration should be removed from the Australian register for non-use. Deckers, which sells UGG Australia luxury sheepskin fo
OIA Adds Outdoor University to Education Events
Outdoor Industry Association will incorporate Outdoor University into its portfolio of educational events. Outdoor University provides experiential outdoor training events to outdoor industry retail sales associates. Integrating Outdoor University under t
New Balance Invests in On-Demand Fitness Programming
New Balance is moving ahead of the curve and shifting its advertising buy to better address consumer demand and the evolving technology landscape. New Balance has invested in the latest on-demand fitness TV program, exercisetv, recently launched by Comcas
Fischer Inks Endorsement Deal with Moats
Charlotte Moats of Jackson Hole, a well known Freeskier from Warren Miller, TGR films and working with top ski photographers has signed with Fischer skis, boots and bindings. Charlotte was voted OLN’s Top Ten Adventure Goddesss and Outside magazines top 2
Nautilus to Fall Well Short of Q4 Guidance
Nautilus, Inc. announced that, based upon preliminary information, it expects fourth quarter 2005 net sales in the range of $179 million to $183 million, with corresponding earnings per share in the 7 cents to 12 cents range. The company's previous f
Fleet Feet 2005 Comps Jump 14%; Moving Comfort Snags Apparel Vendor Award
Fleet Feet, Inc. recorded a 22% growth in overall sales in 2005, surpassing $52 million in revenue, compared to $43 million in 2004. Comparative stores sales in 2005 were up 14% on top of the 12% increase posted in 2004. Fourth quarter comps were up in t
HO Sports Hires Joyce as President and COO
Timothy J. Joyce will join HO Sports Company, Inc. as President/COO effective Monday, January 23, 2006. Tim has extensive sales and marketing experience in past positions with Nike and adidas. He has the experience and leadership ability to work with th
Ashworth Delays Filing Annual Report
Ashworth, Inc. filed a notification with the SEC requesting an extension of time to file its Annual Report on Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended October 31, 2005…
Kerr Joins Lamkin as OEM Sales Manager
Andy Kerr has joined Lamkin as its new OEM Sales Manager. Kerr will lead Lamkin’s OEM sales and service team and assist Lamkin in its continued development of strong, long-term relationships with the game’s most respected golf equipment manufacturers…
Simms Hires McDowell as Marketing Manager
Whitney McDowell has joined Simms Fishing Products as Marketing Manager. In this role, McDowell will help drive Simms’ strategic marketing plans and initiatives. Whitney brings a strong background of marketing and public relations experience to the compan
