Prodeco Technologies Agrees to Acquisition by OTCQB Company
Prodeco Technologies LLC, a Florida e-bike manufacturer, has agreed to be acquired by PayMeOn Inc in an all-stock transaction, according to PayMeOn. In a press release issued Thursday, PayMeOn said it would use 53.4 million of its shares to pay for the 80
SRAM to Co-sponsor Women’s Pro Cycling Team
SRAM and Velocio Apparel will serve as title sponsors of the women's pro-cycling team Velocio Sports in 2015, the team announced…
USC Partners with Meopta Optics for U.S. Distribution
United Sporting Companies (USC) announces its exclusive North American distribution partnership with global optics manufacturer Meopta…
Jay Leno Cancels SHOT Show Appearance
The National Shooting Sports Foundation announced that comedian Jay Leno, who was scheduled to appear at the SHOT Show State of the Industry dinner in Las Vegas, has cancelled due to pressure from anti-firearm groups…
Perry Ellis Trims Q3 Loss Amid Shareholder Revolt
Perry Ellis International, which is being pressured by at least two of its largest shareholders to consider breaking up, reported it cut its losses sharply in the third quarter on a 5.3 percent decline in revenue. In its earnings release, and a separate l
Leki Renews Contract with Lindsey Vonn
Leki inked an athlete sponsorship renewal agreement with two-time Olympic Medalist and four-time World Cup Champion Lindsey Vonn to last through the 2018 Winter Olympics in South Korea…
Victorinox Swiss Army Names Sales Chief for Timepiece Business
Victorinox Swiss Army, Inc. (VSAI) has appointted Rich Rosenfeld as vice president of sales for the company’s U.S.-based Timepiece business…
Foot Locker Launches Holiday Ads
Foot Locker, Inc. unveiled four new, humorous commercials in support of the brand's third annual “Week of Greatness.” The 30-second spots star boxing legend Manny Pacquiao, WWE Superstar John Cena and NBA Stars James Harden, Tim Duncan and Derrick Ro
Lids to Offer NBA Apparel Customization
Lids Sports Group tips off the 69th season of the National Basketball Association (NBA) with its first-ever retail offering of customizable and personalized NBA apparel and headwear. Through a unique partnership with the NBA, fans can customize the new Ad
L.C. Industries, Inc. Changes Name
L.C. Industries, Inc., the travel and outdoor accessories company, has changed its name to LCI Brands…
Cabela’s to Open Stores in Virginia and Ontario
Cabela’s Inc. plans to open stores in two new markets: Gainesville, VA, and Ottawa, Ontario, Canada. Gainesville will open in 2017 and Ottawa in 2016…
My Asics Upgrades iOS App for Adaptive Training
My Asics, the adaptive training program for runners, released the latest version of its iOS app featuring SteadyPace, a new, real-time visual pace indicator, now in Beta, that helps runners actively adjust their pace as they run in order to train more eff
Modell’s to Sponsor NYCFC
New York City Football Club (NYCFC) has announced Modell's Sporting Goods as their official sporting goods retail partner as they gear up for their inaugural Major League Soccer Season…
FDRA Identifies Top Footwear Factories with Inaugural Recognition
The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) recognized eight Asian footwear factories for their high level of compliance with its new Code of Conduct Nov. 4 during a reception in Dongguan, China aimed at highlighting the importance of social
EORA Lowers Dues by $100 to Draw Bike Reps
The Eastern Outdoor Reps Association board of directors has authorized the trade group to lower its annual membership dues to $100 to $250 a year in 2015 in a bid to attract reps from the bicycle industry…
