Cabela's Incorporated refinanced a portion of its economic development bonds related to the company's Wheeling, West Virginia location. As a result, the company has received roughly $53 million dollars from the retirement of certain of those bon
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New Mexico Governor to File Petition for Roadless Protection
The National Environmental Trust will host a telephone press conference where Gov. Bill Richardson will announce his petition for complete protection of roadless national forests in New Mexico, making him the first western governor to petition the Bush ad
McKinney Joins Mitchell and Ness
Mitchell & Ness hired Sean McKinney to the company’s executive leadership team. As Vice President of Sales and Marketing, McKinney will oversee the two departments and focus on enhancing the worldwide distribution of the Mitchell & Ness brand…
Crocs Ups Guidance on Strong Demand
Crocs, Inc. has raised its sales and net income per diluted common share guidance for the second quarter ending June 30, 2006. The Company now expects sales for the second quarter of fiscal 2006 to be between $62 million and $65 million compared to its pr
Malden and 180s Land New Marine Contract
The Marine Corps System Command has chosen Malden Mills Industries, Inc.'s Polartec Power Shield fabric for use in the new Marine Corps Combat Desert Jacket. The CDJ is a new item in the Marine Corps inventory that is designed to enhance survivabilit
GSI Commerce Makes Board Nominations
GSI Commerce Inc. nominated Andrea M. Weiss and Michael J. Donahue to it's board of directors. Each will stand for election for a one-year term at the company's annual meeting on June 30…
Perry Ellis Beats Wall St. Earnings Estimates; Revenues Down 5%
Perry Ellis International, Inc. first quarter total revenues were $214.0 million, a 5% decrease compared to $225.6 million reported during the comparable period last year. First quarter earnings were 59 cents per diluted share compared to 89 cents per dil
Collegiate Pacific Acquisitions and Organic Boost Q3…
Collegiate Pacific Inc. posted a strong third quarter that saw sales from the company’s acquired Dixie, OTS, Kesslers, and Salkeld (or DOKS) division combine with a “12% to 13%” organic sales increase combine to boost sales 120%. The company also launche
Another Victory for Golf Vendors Fighting Counterfeits…
Following a request by the U.S. Golf Manufacturers Anti-Counterfeiting Working Group, Chinese law enforcement officials have raided four factories and three warehouses involved in the production and distribution of counterfeit golf clubs and equipment in
Congress Passes Key Conservation Issues…
The U.S. Congress last week passed several key measures that promote conservation issues in the federal budget. The House approved amendments that will help keep wetlands and rivers clean, prevent logging in wild forests, and maintain a moratorium on offs
Outdoor U. Continues Momentum in Northeast…
The most recent Outdoor University was held at Camp Becket near Becket, MA. The event drew over 74 retail attendees from 45 stores and ten states with sales reps from 55 companies offering 400 hours of instruction. Combined with its two upcoming sister ev
Mossimo Q1 Revenues Fall 43.7% on Target Rebate
Mossimo, Inc. reported first quarter 2006 total net revenues of $4.9 million, down 43.7% from $8.7 million for the same period last year. The company reported a first quarter net loss of $1.17 million, which included a non-recurring charge of $6 million,
Mountain Khakis Launches New Dealer Tour
Armed with a customized Land Rover upholstered in 10.4 oz cotton canvas, an itinerary featuring over fifty stops and a truckload of pants built for the mountain life, two Mountain Khakis ambassadors are ready to spread the word of the pant.
Hibbett Q1 Sales Jump 10.5% on New Store Strength
Hibbett Sporting Goods, Inc. posted a 10.5% increase in first quarter net sales to $126.9 million compared with $114.8 million. Comparable store sales decreased 0.07% in the first quarter after an increase of 8.2% last year. Net income for the first fisc
Reebok and adidas Make Global Marketing Appointments
Reebok has named Uli Becker as Head of Global Marketing for the Reebok Brand. In this newly structured role, Becker will oversee Global Product, Sports Marketing, Global Brand Marketing and Global Brand Public Relations for Reebok. With Becker's move
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