The Conservation Alliance Ads 10 New Members
The Conservation Alliance has added 10 new members since August, 2012, further strengthening the organization as conservation opportunities flourish throughout the United States and Canada…
Deuter USA and Ortovox Announce New Rep Assignments
Deuter USA and Ortovox announced added responsibilities for Kevin Cox in the South Central and Midwest territories along with new sales reps in the Southwest, Mid Atlantic and Hawaii territories…
Black Diamond’s Acquisitions Fuel 33 Percent Q4 Growth
Black Diamond, Inc. reported that based on preliminary unaudited information, it expects to report fourth quarter 2012 total sales of approximately $48.4 million, up approximately 33 percent from $36.3 million in the year-ago quarter. It expects revenues
Lenzing Building Jumbo Tencel Plant in Austria
Lenzing is constructing a jumbo Tencel production line at its plant in Lenzing, Austria that will go into operation in 2014. Tencel fiber's moisture management properties make it an attractive fiber for use in sportswear, outerwear, and technical tex
Cabela’s to Open Outpost Store in Waco, Texas
Cabela’s Incorporated plans to break ground this spring on a 42,000-square-foot Cabela’s Outpost store in Waco, TX for a fall opening. It will be the company’s fourth store in Texas, joining the Fort Worth, Buda and Allen…
Puma Logs Q4 Loss on Charges
Puma posted a loss in the fourth quarter as a result of charges tied to its “transformation and cost reduction program.” Boosted by double-digit sales growth in Asia and North America, Puma's consolidated sales increased by nearly 12 percent in Euro
OIA Study Estimates Outdoor Rec Spending in All 50 States
Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) released figures quantifying the economic impact of outdoor recreation in all 50 states, with a separate report for each state that tallies direct spending, jobs, salaries and tax revenue. This data demonstrates that out
MC Sports Announces Executive Changes
MC Sports announced the promotions of Rob Summerfield to EVP -chief financial officer, Dan Winchester to EVP-chief operations officer, and Irwin Wallach to SVP of store operations…
Jarden Corp. Announces 3-for-2 Stock Split
Jarden Corporation's board of directors approved a 3-for-2 stock split of its outstanding shares of common stock. Stockholders of record at the close of business on Feb. 25, 2013 will receive one additional share of Jarden common stock for every two
SFIA Forms Football Council, Rawlings’ Chou Elected Chairman
Leading football products companies have established the Sports & Fitness Industry Association’s (SFIA) Football Council in order to work together to support the game of football. The overall goal will be to organize the football equipment industry
VF Corporation Board Elects Beam Inc CEO as Director
The board of directors of VF Corporation, the parent of North Face, Vans and many other outdoor brands, has elected Matthew J. Shattock as a director. Shattock, 50, is the president and chief executive officer of Beam Inc., one of the world’s leadin
Jones Group’s Q4 Sales Improve 8.7 Percent
The Jones Group Inc., the parent of Nine West, reported fourth-quarter revenues for the fourth quarter of 2012 were $972 million, as compared with $894 million for the fourth quarter of 2011. Revenues for the full year 2012 were $3,798 million, as compar
PVH Corp. Completes Acquisition of Speedo-Parent
PVH Corp. completed its acquisition of The Warnaco Group, Inc.. The combined company includes a diversified portfolio of iconic brands led by Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger, as well as its heritage brands – Van Heusen, IZOD, ARROW, Bass, Speedo, Olga and
Ethos Acquires Boston Triathlon and Lobsterman Triathlon
Ethos, a mass participation event organization specializing in challenging and unique sporting events, has acquired the Boston Triathlon and the Lobsterman Triathlon…
Military Technology Company Launches Boot Camp Workouts Shoe
SKYDEX Technologies, Inc. announced releasing its camouflage Battle Trainer athletic shoe for military and consumers…
