Phillips-Van Heusen Corporation has licensed Studio Ray, a New York-based sportswear firm, to design, produce and market men’s, women’s and children’s swimwear under PVH’s iconic IZOD brand in the United States and its possessions
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Yonex Fiscal Q1 Net Income Falls on Revenue Dip
Yonex Company Ltd fiscal first quarter revenues dipped 3.0% to ¥8.93 billion ($92 mm) for the three-month period ended June 30 from ¥9.21 billion ($88 mm) in the year-ago quarter. Net income plummeted 71.2% to ¥121 million ($1 mm) versus ¥421 billion ($4
Cordura Launches Cordura Cares Program
Invista's Cordura brand team recently launched a new sustainability platform: the Cordura Cares program. The program consists of three “pillars” – Sustainable Performance, Enduring Materials, and Corporate Responsibility. The most tangible aspect of
Otis Technology, Inc. Partners with New Representative Agencies
Otis Technology, Inc., a manufacturer of gun cleaning systems, announced the partnership of two new Sales Representative Agencies. Ken Jefferies & Associates, (KJA) has partnered with Otis to support the South East region. Sportco Marketing, Inc. has part
ATK Awarded $20 Million to Deliver Load-Bearing Vests for the U.S. Marine Corps
Alliant Techsystems has received a $20 million order from the U.S. Marine Corps to produce Scalable Plate Carriers and components, according to a release by the company. The Scalable Plate Carriers(SPC) are scheduled for delivery by the end of January 201
CA Commission Denies Proposal to Expand Lead Ban
At their August 6th meeting, the California Fish and Game Commission voted 4-1 not to expand the ban on the use of lead ammunition to the taking of small and migratory upland game in the range of the California condor…
Puma AG Sees Second Quarter Net Slide; U.S. Business a Bright Spot
Puma AG posted flat consolidated net sales growth in second quarter on a currency-adjusted basis, but revenues rose 4.1% to €600.3 million ($818 mm) when measured in the reported euro terms. Total worldwide sales under the Puma brand, which includes both
Zeal Optics’ Names Gavin as Channel Manager
Zeal Optics announced the addition of Sean Gavin as Channel Manager. He will also play a critical role in business development and partnerships. Sean has a diverse collection of experience within outdoor sports retail sales and management…
The Buckle Sees Comp Store Growth Moderate in July
The Buckle, Inc. reported that comparable store net sales for the four-week period ended August 1, 2009 increased 2.8% from comparable store net sales for the year-ago period…
Nordstrom Reports July Comps Slide 6.9%
Nordstrom, Inc. reported a decrease in same-store sales for July of 6.9% compared with the same period in fiscal 2008. Preliminary total retail sales were $806 million for the four-week period ended August 1, 2009, a decrease of 4.1 percent compared with
Rocky Brands Announces GSA Footwear Order
Rocky Brands, Inc. said it has received a blanket purchase agreement to produce insulated boots for the General Services Administration (GSA). Under the terms of the blanket purchase agreement, the GSA has the right to purchase approximately $29 million o
Countrymen Innovations Hires Wild Sports Marketing
Countrymen Innovations, the manufacturer of the Jake Intimidator Turkey Decoy, has named outdoors industry promotion specialist Wild Sports Marketing as its solution for public relations, sales and marketing…
Generator Group Announces Initial Findings of 2009 Talent Acquisition Trends Survey
The Generator Group Talent Acquisition Trends Survey is an annual analysis of talent acquisition and management trends with a focus on economic impact, hiring priorities and recruitment. The survey is in its third year and has collected data from fifty-f
Lafuma moves U.S. HQ to Lafayette, CO
Lafuma America Inc. is moving its U.S. headquarters from Broomfield, CO, to Lafayette, CO…
Icebreaker Names New Marketing Chief
Icebreaker named Deb Boswell as its director of marketing – North America. The New Zealand merino wool specialist also announced a new Canadian marketing manager, new e-commerce chief, new kids manager, and a global sales operations manager…
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