Smith and Wesson to Divest Perimeter Security Division
Just one week after announcing the head of its firearms division would take the leadership reins for the overall company Smith & Wesson Holding Corporation has made the decision to divest its perimeter security business in order to focus on its core firea
Sportfishing Industry Applaulds Gulf of Mexico Recovery Legislation
The sportfishing industry commended the bi-partisan House of Representatives members from the five Gulf Coast states for their efforts to direct much-needed funding to the Gulf of Mexico region for economic and environmental recovery in the aftermath of t
Shoe Carnival Launches E-Commerce Website
Shoe Carnival, Inc. has launched its e-commerce website at ShoeCarnival.com. The new site is boasting over 1,500 styles of footwear and accessories from Nike, Adidas, Puma, Skechers, Sperry and others…
NRF Sees 97 Percent of Chain Retailer Utilizing Background Checks
As retailers across the country begin to hire hundreds of thousands of holiday employees, the National Retail Federation released a survey that illustrates the importance of employee background screenings in keeping customers safe…
Mountain Equipment Co-op Publishes Accountability Report
Mountain Equipment Co-op (MEC) has published its Accountability Report, providing a comprehensive view of the popular outdoor retailer's practices and performance across its business, from how products are designed and manufactured, to store operatio
New Balance Sees Revenues Reaching $2 Billion in 2011
New Balance expects to grow by more than 15 percent globally this year and become a $2 billion company by 2012. The company attributed the growth to strength at its U.S. licensed stores, successful product launches and a positive response to its 'Let
Reebok to Open NHL In-Store Shops in Champs Sports
Reebok's Sports Licensed Division (SLD) announced a unique partnership with Champs Sports to establish it as a pinnacle retail destination for the NHL in both Canada and the United States. Champs Sports will be creating unique “shop-in-shops,” where
City Sports Builds Female-Friendly In-Store Shop
City Sports said it is about to wrap up construction on a new in-store experience for female customers at its Boylston Street store in downtown Boston as part of an update to the brand's flagship location. The women's in-store shop, including a
Orvis Launches Mobile Shopping App
The Orvis Company launched its iPhone and Android rich apps. The apps complement all of Orvis' cross-channel touch points including retail stores, e-commerce, catalogs, and a mobile-optimized website…
Keen Launches Instant Recess Toolkit
Keen, Inc. released the Instant Recess Toolkit, developed by UCLA's Dr. Toni Yancey and made available for free by Keen. This resource is a tool to help employers of all sizes easily implement daily activity breaks at work, which Keen has coined “rec
Dick’s SG Announce ‘MVP of the Week’ Program
Dick's Sporting Goods announced its “MVP of the Week” program, a consumer promotion that recognizes amateur athletes for moments of greatness on the playing field and in the arena…
Tiger Woods Signs Endorsement Deal with Rolex
Tiger Woods signed a partnership deal with Rolex, the luxury watch brand, marking his first major endorsement since his downfall at the end of 2009. Tag Heuer in August 2011 ended its sponsorship deal with Woods following others after the sex scandal…
Granite Gear Appoints South Central Rep
Sean Meredith of Meredith Outdoors will be representing Granite Gear in the South Central region of the US (AR, LA, MO, TX)…
Kokatat Partners with E.J. Jackson and Dane Jackson
Kokatat announced a new strategic alliance with whitewater kayaking superstar Eric “E.J.” Jackson and his son and reigning Junior Freestyle Kayak World Champion Dane Jackson. The Jacksons will collaborate with Kokatat on the development of a signature whi
Costco’s Comps Jump 12 Percent in September
Costco Inc. reported that sales grew 15 percent in September, to $8.61 billion from $7.51 billion. Comps grew 12 percent with U.S. comps ahead 11 percent and international ahead 14 percent…
