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Stio Opens Store in Jackson Hole, WY
Outdoor apparel start-up Stio has opened its store on the main square of Jackson Hole, WY…
Rossignol Group NA Appoints VP of Sales
Rossignol Group North America is creating a new North American product development team and has promoted a new vice president of sales for the Rossignol brand USA as part of an increased commitment to building and delivering stronger more effective produc
Haddad Brands to Open Rookie USA Store
The next generation of sports stars is set to walk the red carpet at a kids’ fashion show on Friday, Oct. 12, to mark the opening of Rookie USA, New York City’s first premium high-end, “kids-only” retailer from Haddad Brands. The f
Pacific Sunwear Appoints SVP, Men’s Merchandising and Design
Pacific Sunwear of California, Inc. promoted Alfred Chang to senior vice president, men’s merchandising and design. Chang was previously VP, men’s merchandising and design. He will continue to be responsible for managing all aspects of merchan
Schwinn Launches Helmet Safety Campaign
Schwinn launched Helmets on Heads, a comprehensive national education campaign committed to educating one million kids about bike helmet safety by 2023…
Billabong Elects New Chairman
Billabong International Limited appointed Dr. Ian Pollard as director and chairman elect of its board of directors. Pollard is an actuary, Rhodes Scholar and a fellow of the Australian Institute of Company Directors. He has held a wide range of senior bus
Puma Introduces Biodegradable and Recyclable Products
Puma will be launching a collection of shoes, apparel and accessories that are either biodegradable or recyclable when consumers return them to Puma’s Bring Me Back Program at the end of their lifecycles. With the Puma InCycle collection, coming int
Orvis to Open Store in Cincinnati
Orvis is opening a location in Kenwood, Ohio. The store is celebrating its grand opening Oct. 12-14…
Cam Newton Introduces New Belk Apparel Line
Charlotte-based Belk, Inc. has partnered with NFL quarterback Cam Newton to launch an exclusive line of men's apparel. This exclusive collection, MADE Cam Newton, will offer fashion-forward, versatile, professional apparel options for men, and in fal
Costco’s September Comps Gain 6 Percent
Costco Wholesale Corporation reported net sales of $9.31 billion for the month of September, an increase of 8 percent from $8.61 billion during the similar period last year…
Concept III Textile to Exhibit at Sourcing Snow at SIA Snow Show
Concept III Textiles will be among a handful of suppliers to exhibit at next winter’s Snowsports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show, which is adding a Sourcing Show on a separate floor for the first time…
Nordstrom’s September Comps Climb 4.4 Percent
Nordstrom, Inc. reported a 4.4 percent increase in same-store sales for the five-week period ended September 29 compared with the five-week period ended October 1, 2011…
New Era Launches RivalsLive.com
New Era, the official on-field cap for Major League Baseball (MLB), unveiled the launch of RivalsLive.com, a destination for hardcore and casual fans alike to demonstrate their team pride and celebrate rivalries. A brand-new live online show, driven by th
Skechers and Joe Montana Team Up for Relaxed Fit Footwear Commercial
Skechers USA, Inc. has reunited with Hall of Fame quarterback Joe Montana to shoot its second commercial for Relaxed Fit from Skechers. Montana’s spot will follow Mark Cuban’s televised launch of the brand, and will be followed by Tommy Lasord
Aetrex Calls Out Five Celebrity Foot Health Offenders
Aetrex is launching a new “Free Shoes for Life” sweepstakes – a promotion that awards shoppers with a new pair Aetrex shoes each year for the rest of their life. The comfort brand launched the campaign while calling out several celebrities – including Lad
