Franklin Resource Group has named Rick Olson a vice president of the company. Olson was most recently VP/GM of 180s. Rick brings more than 15 years of experience in sales and marketing to the FRG Team.

“As a former customer of FRG, Rick has had firsthand experience with the positive budgetary impact FRG’s services can have on a brand fighting for shelf space, consumer awareness and improved sell-through,” said Peter Goehrig, president of FRG. “Rick has managed a highly creative rapid growth brand from startup to significant sales. He brings a great deal of enthusiasm and business savvy to FRG’s rapidly growing business.”

Franklin Resource Group is a Team of retail execution experts who specialize in the sporting goods, outdoor and active lifestyle industries. According to Olson, “Franklin Resource Group has laid the foundation to become the key provider of in-store services to clients who are focused on winning the battle at retail. The company plans to have a very consultative approach that strengthens the client-to-retailer relationship. I am pleased to be invited to help mold the future plans of the company and to be working with Peter and the FRG Team to create value for the clients.”

Company Owner, Marty Lillis, comments, “Rick’s addition to the FRG Team will help further our growth plans in 2006. I can’t think of a better way to start the new year.”