Implus, parent company for several brands including Yaktrax, ICEtrekkers, Sneaker Balls, Sof Sole and DryGuy, recently signed Verde Brand Communications as its official brand communications agency. Verde will assist Implus with their media outreach and strategic planning to help targeted Implus brands gain recognition and grow into new markets.

Verde will begin representing Yaktrax, ICEtrekkers, Sneaker Balls, Sof Sole, and DryGuy, effective immediately. These brands join Balega and Falke, two additional Implus brands currently working with Verde.

“We’re excited to have Verde on board and we look forward to their help in pushing our brands into some new marketplaces and maximizing their footprint,” said Greg Stryker, director of marketing for Implus. “Verde’s team is experienced and dedicated and we feel they are the perfect match for Implus and our family of brands.”

Yaktrax and ICEtrekkers offer complete lines of traction devices and accessories for keeping active and warm in the snow, ice, or slippery streambeds. Runners, professionals, anglers, or anyone wanting to get around safely on slippery surfaces will appreciate the Yaktrax and ICEtrekkers product offering.

A worldwide leader in athletic footwear accessories, Sof Sole features a full line of insoles, socks, and shoe care for anything ranging from everyday needs to high-impact performance activities. The SneakerBalls line within the Sof Sole brand are ideal for controlling big odors in small places, helping deodorize anything from footwear to gym bags to lockers quickly and easily.

DryGuy and MaxxDry make a complete line of dryers for footwear, gloves, helmets, and waders to help get wet gear back in action. With dryers made for home and travel, DryGuy is ready whenever and wherever you are.

“With a solid product offering in key markets such as outdoor, run, and hunt and fish, Implus is in a great position to grow brand awareness and expand into new markets through an integrated communications program,” said Kristin Carpenter-Ogden, founder and CEO of Verde Brand Communications. “With years of experience and long-standing media contacts in these key markets, Verde is an ideal agency help Implus with their goals. We look forward to working with them.”