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Escalade Reports Double Digit Sales Growth In Sporting Goods
Escalade, Inc. announced that revenues for the third quarter of 2012 were up 19 percent over the same quarter last year. Year to date revenues increased more than 9 percent over the same period last year. Sales in the Sporting Goods segment were up 27 pe
Ohio State Partners with J. America and Fanatics
The Ohio State University announced that J. America and Fanatics, Inc. have been named the university’s licensed apparel and retail partners. The 10-year agreement guarantees $97 million over the term to help fund scholarships…
Sport Chalet Integrates Visa and Action Pass Loyalty Programs
Sport Chalet has partnered with U.S. Bank to enhance the Sport Chalet Visa rewards program by combining it with the retailer’s Action Pass loyalty program. Sport Chalet customers now have the opportunity to earn more than 6 percent in rewards at Spo
Nike, Inc. Announces 17 Percent Increase in Dividend and Stock Split
Nike, Inc.'s board of directors approved a two-for-one split of both Nike Class A and Class B Common shares. The board also increased its quarterly dividend payout by 17 percent…
Solio New Rep Agency for Western US
Solio, developer of battery packs, solar chargers and lighting products, has hired Jeff Robles and Associates (JRA) for sales representation in the western United States, covering the states of…
Core Concepts Hire New Director of Sales, Adds Reps
Core Concepts has hired a new director of sales and regional sales reps in two territories…
Gander Mountain Offers Holiday Crowdsourced Savings
Gander Mountain is continuing its popular Camo Thursday promotion for a second year by inviting customers to visit www.camothursday.com to view and share their favorite items on Facebook and Twitter…
Deloitte: Smartphone Shoppers to Spend 72 Percent More During Holidays
Smartphones may be among retailers' strongest allies this holiday season, according to Deloitte's annual holiday survey of consumer spending intentions and trends. But it is also requiring sales associates to be better informed and more autonomo
Vans Sells Helmet Maker Pro-Tec to Dye Precision Inc.
Vans, Inc. and VF Outdoor, Inc., wholly-owned subsidiaries of VF Corporation, have signed a definitive agreement to sell the Pro-tec action sports protective gear brand to Dye Precision Inc. The transaction is expected to be completed during the fourth qu
Trek President’s Book on Founder/Father Goes On Sale
Trek Bicycle President John Burke’s tribute to the life and lessons of the company’s founder, his father Richard Burke, has been captured in a new book that went on sale Tuesday. “One Last Great Thing” is is a tribute to the life
Hestra Gloves Adds Endorsers
Hestra Gloves added three new athletes to its team, freeride skiers Cody Townsend and Elyse Saugstad, and big mountain snowboarder Ralph Backstrom…
Weekend Snowfall Arrives at Many Colorado Resorts
Heavy snowfall arrived across Colorado over the weekend, ensuring that many of the states ski and snowboard areas will soon be open, according to Colorado Ski Country USA…
2nd Annual Fat Bike Winter Summit and Festival Set for January
Organizers of the Annual Fat Bike Winter Summit and Festival, which debuted in January, have expanded the second edition of the event to include product demos, races, group rides, and Saturday evening bash for fat bike enthusiasts…
Foot Locker Unveils Women’s Concept
Foot Locker, Inc. announced the introduction of SIX:02, an elevated retail concept featuring top brands in fitness apparel and athletic footwear for women. The first three stores will open for the holiday season in Stamford Mall in Stamford, CT, Willowbr
Outdoor Brands Drive Bulk of CODI’s Third Quarter Growth
Compass Diversified Holdings Inc. reported consolidated revenue at its four branded product companies – CamelBak, Fox Factory, Liberty Safe and Ergobaby – rose 15 percent to $413 million in the third quarter ended Sept. 30…
