Bite lands LPGA Distribution Deal
Bite Footwear will distribute, through an agreement with Benchmark a.k.a. RMP Athletic, the LPGA’s new apparel line for women. The line bears the LPGA logo and will be available this May…
Q1 Sales Jump 15% at VF Corp; Net Income up 13%
VF Corporation announced better than anticipated results for the first quarter. Q1 sales rose 15%, to $1,432.7 million from $1,250.0 million in the prior year's first quarter. Net income increased 13% to $103.9 million from $92.1 million, with earnin
Filmar Acquires Merkeley
Filmar Corporation executives (manufactures of Bula headwear) signed the final papers for the purchase of Merkley Headgear. Although celebrating its third decade as an authentic brand in the ski resort headwear marketplace, Merkley was recently facing fin
Lavin Joins Outside Magazine’s Sales Team
Outside magazine has added Terry Lavin to the sales team as account manager. Terry will join the magazine's New York-based staff and report to the Eastern advertising director, Skip Gilbert…
Optimer Promotes Karen Deniz to President of EU Division
Wilmington-based Optimer Performance Fibers has promoted Karen Deniz to president of their European division from vice president of marketing. Deniz will also continue to oversee marketing for Optimer…
Cutter and Buck Director Resigns; Bourgeois Exits
Cutter & Buck Inc. has announced the resignation of Mike Brownfield from the company's board of directors. In a letter to Cutter & Buck CEO Fran Conley, Brownfield cited the demands of his work schedule and Board and Committee related travel requirem
Gander Mountain Closes IPO; Appoints New Baord
Gander Mountain Company closed its initial public offering of 6,583,750 shares of its common stock at a price of $16.00 per share, including the underwriters' over-allotment option. Under terms of the original filing, a number of Erickson family mem
GSI Commerce Hires Human Resources Chief
GSI Commerce, Inc. has hired James Flanagan, 43, to the newly created post of senior vice president of Human Resources. Flanagan, an HR executive with more than 18 years' experience, will report to Michael Rubin, chairman and CEO of the company…
Deckers Q1 Net Earnings Up 28%; UGG Sales Up 226%
Deckers Outdoor Corporation reported that net sales for the first quarter increased 22.6% to $44.3 million versus $36.1 million in the same period last year. Net earnings for the quarter increased 28.1% to a record $5.4 million, or 49 cents per diluted sh
SmartWool and Montrail Team up for Ultrarunning Team
SmartWool is the exclusive sock sponsor of the Montrail Ultrarunning Team, comprised of 75 of the top ultrarunners in the U.S. Members of the Montrail Ultrarunning Team will depend on the SmartWool Adrenaline Mini sock, as well as the Montrail running s
Backpacker’s Pantry Signs Distribution Deal with Dick’s
Backpacker's Pantry steadily increases in growth with a new distribution agreement with Dick's Sporting Goods. Backpacker’s Pantry quality and innovation in gourmet outdoor meals continue to attract large retailers in the outdoor industry. The e
Perception Sponsors School Kayak Program Through A5 Outdoor Adventures
Perception Kayaks has been named exclusive 2004 kayak sponsor for A5 Outdoor Adventures in Boulder, Colorado, a new series of school programs and camps established to introduce children and families to outdoor recreation. Perception will supply recreation
Federated May Look at Marshall Field’s Acquisition
Federated Department Stores, Inc. said it is exploring the possible acquisition of the Marshall Field's department store group from Target Corporation. Target announced last month that it intended to review alternatives for the 62-store division, inc
SGMA Releases Annual Sports Participation Topline Report
Fitness is ‘king’ once again – as twelve of the top 30 sports/activity categories are fitness related. That’s the conclusion of SGMA International’s analysis of the 2004 edition of the annual Jay Norfleet, Chief Operating Officer of Rain & Snow, Inc. announced the appointment of Michael Perry as the Director of Technology. Michael comes to Rain & Snow, Inc. from his most recent positions at Ameriwood Industries, Cimatron Technologies, and XsncRain and Snow Adds New Director of Technology
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