X2 Biosystems Supplies Concussion Software to NHL
X2 Biosystems has agreed to provide its Integrated Concussion Evaluation software to the National Hockey League for use by all 30 NHL teams during the 2014-15 season…
Foot Locker Recognized as Favorite Shoe Retailer
Findings from a national consumer study by Market Force Information revealed that revealed that Foot Locker is consumers’ favorite shoe retailer, followed by Skechers, Nike, DSW and Famous Footwear…
RSG Partners with Registration Site imAthlete
The Running Specialty Group (RSG) President Bill Kirkendall has joined the board of the events registration company imAthlete in a bid to change the way event organizers engage with athletes…
Notogroup Launches Source Talent Division
Notogroup Inc. launched a Source Talent division to provide clients with candidates and strong representation for manager and director level roles…
Starter and Villa Collaborate on Pop-Up for NBA All-Star Weekend
In celebration of 2015 NBA All-Star Weekend – Starter, owned by Iconix Brand Group, announced the “The Starter x Villa Clubhouse” a pop-up retail experience taking place at the Paramount Hotel in Times Square. The store is open from Feb. 3 to Feb. 15…
Strava Names Chief Marketing Officer
Strava, the fitness tracking site that raised $18.5 million in private equity last fall, has named Erik Joule as chief marketing and commerce officer…
Obama Budget Again Seeks Full Funding for LandWCF
The Trust for Public Land praised the Obama administration proposal to fully fund the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) at $900 million – a goal long sought but never fulfilled by Outdoor Industry Association…
Gildan Posts Q4 Loss
Gildan Activewear, the parent of Gold Toe, reported a loss $41.2 million, or 34 cents per share, in the fourth quarter. The loss was attributed to strategic pricing actions in its Printwear segment, which the company announced on Dec. 3, in order to rein
Gildan Activewear to Acquire Comfort Colors
Gildan Activewear Inc. has signed a definitive agreement to acquire substantially all of the assets of Comfort Colors, a leading supplier of garment-dyed undecorated basic T-shirts and sweatshirts for the North American printwear market…
Under Armour’s Q4 Revenues Jump 31 Percent
Under Armour, Inc. reported net revenues increased 31 percent in the fourth quarter to $895 million. Sales grew 30 percent in apparel, 55 percent in footwear, and 22 percent in accessories. Net income in Q4 increased 37 percent, or 40 cents per share, to
Adidas Sees Record Results in Germany, Austria and Switzerland
Adidas Group reported its combined sales in Germany, Austria and Switzerland hit the €1 billion mark for the first time in 2014…
Iconix Acquires Pony in North America
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. has acquired the North American rights to the athletic brand Pony and related intangible assets in partnership with Anthony L&S Athletic…
Iconix To Acquire Strawberry Shortcake Brand
Iconix Brand Group, Inc. signed a definitive agreement to acquire the Strawberry Shortcake brand and related intangible assets from American Greetings for $105 million in cash…
Kohl’s Stores to Provide Packet Pickup for The Color Run
Kohl’s Department Stores will provide packet pick-up for The Color Run at more than 100 of its stores as part of its new emphasis on active lifestyle brands such…
Aerosoles Appoints VP of International Sales and Licensing
Aerosoles hired Jonathan Victor as vice president of international sales & licensing reporting. He previously worked for Guess shoes at Marc Fisher Footwear…
