JJB Sports said it would propose the British equivalent of a Chapter 11 bankruptcy to its creditors and shareholders and planned to close 45 stores, according to Reuters…
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Jordan Brand comes to NASCAR
NASCAR driver Denny Hamlin has become the newest endorser for Nike's Jordan Brand apparel. Its believed to be Nike's first NASCAR sponsorship…
Chaos Headwear Recognizes Sales Reps of the Year
Chaos Headwear announced the “Rep of the Year Award 2010.” Best and Associates, representing the Rocky Mountain Region (CO, WY, UT, NM), came in first place…
Ogio Taps Nat’l Sales Manager for Collegiate Division
Ogio has announced the hiring of Ryan Crosby as the brand's National Sales Manager for the collegiate division…
Trips for Kids Recognizes 2011 Sponsors
Adventure Medical Kits, Clif Bar, Park Tools and Trek have renewed their sponsorships of Trips for Kids. The companies cash contributions are used to purchase start-up kits used to equip 70 Trips for Kids chapters nationwide…
Jack Wolfskin’s Sales Rise 21% in 2010
Jack Wolfskin, Germany's dominant domestic outdoor clothing and equipment brand, saw sales increase 21% in its 2010 fiscal year, but did not disclose profits. The company was being shopped by its private equity owners as recently as last summer, acco
Conservation Alliance to Donate $1M in 2011
The Conservation Alliance plans to donate $1 million in 2011, the first time the organization will pass this significant milestone…
180s Expands Distribution in Europe
180s, the performance apparel and accessories company, is continuing its European expansion with its presence at ispo 2011.180s is now represented in Germany, Austria, Switzerland, UK, Ireland, Belgium and Russia, and is in initial discussions for represe
The Buckle’s Comps Climb 4.3% in January
The Buckle, Inc. said comparable store net sales increased 4.3% in January. Net sales increased 8.4% to $54.4 million from $50.2 million a year earlier…
Stage Stores Raises Q4 Guidance on Strong January Comps
Stage Stores, Inc. reported that its total sales for the four week period ended Jan. 29 increased 7.6% to $72 million from $67 million in the prior year period. Comparable store sales increased 5.1%…
TJX January Sales Up 8%
The TJX Companies, Inc. reported sales for the four-week period ended Jan. 29, 2011, were $1.35 billion, up 8% over the $1.25 billion achieved during the four-week period ended Jan. 30, 2010…
Adidas Group Names New Chief E-Commerce Officer
The adidas Group announced on February 3 that Harm Ohlmeyer, currently COO for eCommerce, has been appointed as Chief eCommerce Officer for the adidas Group effective April 1, 2011…
FMC Solicits Comments on Slow Steaming Practices
The Federal Maritime Commission wants to know how slow steaming has affected ocean liner carrier operations and shippers’ international supply chains. The agency also wants to hear about how the practice has affected the cost and/or price of ocean l
Winchester President Retires After 42 Years with Company
Richard Hammett, Olin Corporation Vice President and President, Winchester, has announced his intention to retire effective Feb. 28, 2011…
Under Armour Breaks Billion Dollar Mark in 2010; Cotton No Longer the Enemy
Under Armour, Inc. made history during 2010, breaking the billion dollar mark for the first time in company history as it continues to develop its product lines and build its endorsement portfolio…
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