Consumer Index Retreats to 61.1 in January
The Conference Board Consumer Confidence Index, which had increased in December, retreated in January. The Index now stands at 61.1 (1985=100), down from 64.8 in December. The Present Situation Index declined to 38.4 from 46.5. The Expectations Index edge
Asics’ Nine-Month Earnings Slip Despite 5.9 Percent Top-Line Growth
Asics Corp. reported sales rose 5.9 percent in the nine months ended Dec. 31, to ¥186.3 billion ($2.45bn). Net income dipped 2.3 percent to ¥8.76 billion ($115mm). Overseas sales increased 6.8 percent due to the steady sales of running shoes in Europe and
La Sportiva Joins bluesign
La Sportiva North America, which introduced its technical ski mountaineering apparel line at the 2012 OR Winter Market, SIA Snowshow, and ISPO Munich tradeshows, has been accepted as a member of the bluesign program. This certifies that the company's
W.L. Gore Expects Majority of Laminates to Be Bluesign Approved by 2015
W. L. Gore & Associates said it could increase the percentage of bluesign approved laminates it offers for consumer garments from 20 percent that are available for Fall/Winter 2013 to 50 percent in the next three years depending on the success Gore’
Under Armour Amplifies Ultimate Intern Team Search
Under Armour, Inc. is building upon the success of their 2011 “Ultimate Intern” search and expanding the program to offer five college student candidates an opportunity to join the brand this summer as part of the “Ultimate Intern Team.” Students can appl
RYU CEO Christopher Martens Joins Board of Directors
Respect Your Universe, Inc. announced that RYU CEO Christopher Martens has joined the Board of Directors. Officially joining RYU in June 2011 as the Chief Executive Officer, Martens will join Chairman Kristian Andresen, President John Wood and Chief Marke
Feetures! Appoints New Sales Reps
Feetures!, the sock specialist, has appointed new reps to fill vacancies in the Southeast, Midwest and Rocky Mountain regions. Effective Feb. 1, Tri 2B Fit, LLC will represent Feetures! in NC, SC, GA, AL, TN, MS and the FL panhandle…
Russell Athletic Signs PGA Veterans
Russell Athletic signed PGA Tour stalwarts Kenny Perry and Josh Teater as endorsers…
Free Oeko-Tex Standard 1000 Seminar Set for Feb. 15
The International Oeko-Tex Association will offer a free online presentation on Wednesday, Feb. 15th at 12:00 Noon EST that provides information on the Oeko-Tex Standard 1000 certification for eco-friendly textile production facilities. To register, pleas
Columbia Sportswear Appoints New Apparel Chief
Columbia Sportswear Company announced the appointment of Adrienne Moser as vice president of global apparel merchandising and design for the Columbia brand, succeeding Sue Parham who has left the company to pursue other interests…
MEC Names Amy Roberts Social Compliance Manager
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) announced that Amy Roberts has joined the outdoor retailer as its new social compliance manager. Roberts joins the retailer from the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA), where she was instrumental in advancing the OIA Eco Ind
Sierra Designs Appoints Product Development Manager for Apparel
Sierra Designs promoted Denise Kaatz to the newly created product development manager position…
VF Outdoor’s Rafferty to Head OIA Trade Advisory Council
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) has appointed Rafferty Jackson, vice president and general counsel of VF Outdoor, Inc., a subsidiary of VF Corporation, as chairman of the OIA Trade Advisory Council (OIATAC). The body has led the trade organization'
Brunswick Corp.’s Sales Grew Across All Segments in Fourth Quarter
Brunswick Corp. reported sales gains across its marine, boat, fitness and billiards segments in the United States in the fourth quarter and said it expects to sustain growth in in 2012 by taking market share in a flat market. The company reported its high
Outdoor Sports Marketing Ready for Spring Shows
Outdoor Sports Marketing, a sales rep agency covering the Southeast Territories for SmartWool, Chaco, Vasque, Cascade Designs, Osprey, prAna, Bolle, and Serengeti, will be attending several regional trade shows in February…
