Access Fund Fights Against Oak Flat Closure
The Arizona congressional delegation is set to introduce a land exchange bill into Congress that could lead to the destruction of the Oak Flat climbing area east of Phoenix and result in the largest climbing closure in history. The Access Fund is asking f
EN-R-G Foods Hires Spector as National Sales manager
EN-R-G Foods, manufacturer of Honey Stinger energy bars and gel, recently hired Adam Spector as national sales manager. Spector spent several years managing sales for Dermatone in the bike, outdoor and ski categories. Shortly after starting at EN-R-G Food
G.I. Joe’s Appoints Three to Apparel Merchandising Team
G.I. Joe's announced three new apparel merchandising positions. Susan Kara has been named Apparel Buyer for Athletic Clothing and Workwear; Krista Holman was promoted to Merchandiser for Athletics, Workwear and Hunting Apparel; and Lori Strait was p
OIA Releases Top Line Retail Sales Report
Outdoor Industry Association announced the availability of its most recent “Top Line Retail Sales Report Detailed Findings” which is published bi-annually for OIA members. According to this study, 2004 dollar sales of outdoor recreation products through
Horny Toad Inks Deal with F3 Distribution
Horny Toad has selected F3 Distribution as their Canadian brand partner. The announcement concludes an extensive process for Horny Toad, in which the brand sought out a partner who could support growing demand within a highly competitive and geographicall
Rawlings and Matrix Trade Shots in the New Hit “Bag Wars: Episode III”
In a messy fight between a brand and a licensee, K2, Inc. and Rawlings last week filed papers asking for a new trial in a breach of contract suit case that saw Matrix Group Ltd, Rawlings’ bag licensee, awarded approximately $8.7 million by a jury earlier
GSI Expands to Europe in Acquisition…
GSI Commerce Inc. announced a definitive agreement to acquire control of privately-held Aspherio, S.L., a Barcelona, Spain-based provider of outsourced e-commerce solutions. GSI will work strategically with Aspherio to offer its international e-commerce c
Reebok International Sells Ralph Lauren Footwear License Back to Polo…
Reebok International and Polo Ralph Lauren will part ways after a nine-year deal that had the two in an exclusive footwear licensing arrangement that granted Reebok the rights to design, develop, manufacture, market and distribute men's, women's
Regional Marketing Representative – anon.optics
anon.optics is seeking a Regional Marketing Representative tp facilitate anon's new product launch in the southern California market. Based in Orange County this individual will communicate the anon brand message to the action sports market.
Product Developer — Betlin, Inc.
Betlin, Inc. seeks an individual passionate about team sports to become a Product Developer of athletic team uniforms. This hands-on position will oversee the entire development process from creation of patterns through the completion of prototypes
IBM Survey: Consumers Want Custom Retail Experience
Retailers will lose shopper loyalty unless they differentiate themselves in the eyes of consumers, according to a new IBM Survey of American shoppers. Those surveyed say lack of distinction in services, products and store atmosphere, as well as unhelpful
Orlando Leaves Teva; Martinez Takes Over
Robert Orlando, President of Teva, has left Deckers in order to pursue other interests. The Company is actively searching for a successor. In the interim, Angel Martinez, Deckers' President and Chief Executive Officer, will assume all his responsibil
Sutton Leaves Sea Otter and Joins Specialized
Sea Otter Classic announces the departure of its chief operations officer/chief marketing officer Rick Sutton. Sutton spent 13 years with Sea Otter Classic and leaves to become the vice president of retail sales at Specialized…
Sierra Club Elects Lisa Renstrom as New President
The Board of Directors of The Sierra Club elected Lisa Renstrom from Charlotte, North Carolina to serve as the organization's 51st president, a position first held by John Muir. Renstrom has held local, state and national posts with the Sierra Club
Perry Ellis Sees Q1 Revenues Jump 14%, Spurring 8% Income Increase
Perry Ellis International, Inc. reported record total revenue for the first quarter ended April 30, 2005 of $225.6 million, a 14.3% increase of $28.2 million over the $197.4 million reported for the first quarter ended April 30, 2004. Net income grew to $
