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NSSF Expands ATF Compliance Consulting Program
When it comes to record keeping and maintaining internal controls, firearms retailers need to “sweat the details,” but the National Shooting Sports Foundation® reminds them that they don't have to go it alone…
Deadline for National Bike Week Scholarship Approaching
The deadline for submitting an application for a scholarship of up to $1,000 to attend the National Bike Summit is Jan. 30, according to the National Bike Dealers Association, or NBDA…
L.L. Bean Bootmobile Hits the Road
As the launch of its 100th Anniversary celebration draws near, outdoor retailer L.L. Bean debuted the “L.L. Bean Bootmobile” — a larger-than-life embodiment of its most iconic product. The 13-foot high and 20-foot long vehicle was revealed to employees a
Moosejaw to Unveil Massachusetts Store March 3
Moosejaw said staff at its newest brick-and-mortar store will use iPads and mobile POS systems so they can engage customers with online product reviews, check inventory at Moosejaw.com and then check out customers from the floor. The company will celebrat
HandM to Debut David Beckham Bodywear Ad
H&M will debut a 30-second ad during the Super Bowl to launch the new David Beckham Bodywear collection. The spot marks both H&M and David Beckham's inauguration into the Super Bowl advertising line-up. H&M recently announced a long-term alliance wi
Gagner to Manage The SportsOneSource Group’s New Sports and Outdoor Group
The SportsOneSource Group has appointed sporting goods and outdoor industry veteran Paul Gagner as president of the newly formed Sports & Outdoor Group. Gagner, who joined The SportsOneSource Group in October 2010, was named VP and general manager for the
NRF Forecasts Retail Industry Sales Growth of 3.4 Percent in 2012
Though high unemployment and uncertainty over the prospects for job growth will continue to dampen the outlook, the retail industry will still grow at a rate faster than many other industries. This year, retail industry sales will rise 3.4 percent, accord
Skechers Endorser Earns Spot on U.S. Olympic Team
Skechers USA, Inc. announced that elite runner and 2004 silver medalist Meb Keflezighi will be joining the U.S. Team in London after finishing first and setting a new personal record of 2:09:08 at the 2012 Houston Trials. Wearing Skechers GOrun racing fo
Zappos Data Breach Hits 24 Million Customers
Zappos.com said a hacker breached its customer database. More than 24 million customers of online shoe retailer Zappos.com received a notice last night that their personally identifiable information may have been stolen…
Lowa Featuring New Winter Boots at OR Winter Market
Lowa will be featuring their 2012-2013 new winter boots at the Outdoor Retailer Winter Market trade show in Salt Lake City…
Riddell Acquires Gunther’s Athletic Service
Riddell has acquired Gunther's Athletic Service, of Anaheim, CA, a West Coast leader in helmet and protective reconditioning, and sales of sporting goods, uniforms and equipment. Riddell will maintain operations at Gunther's facility in Anaheim
Liberty Bottleworks Taps Brewing Market
Liberty Bottleworks has tapped a new market: making custom bottles for breweries nationwide. The Yakima, WA company said more than two dozen brewers have turned to it for a new way to sell their suds, whether as conveniently sized, durable mini growlers o
Winter Sports Fans Highly Likely to Track Brands via Social Media
A new survey conducted in December indicates that 74 percent of winter sport participants use social media sites and 84 percent of them use it to follow brands. The research shows coupons and giveaways top the list of what these fans want from brands'
Wolverine Expects 2011 Revenues At Low End of Range
Wolverine Worldwide said last week it expects revenues for 2011 to approximate the low end of its former guidance. At the ICR XChange investor conference, Don Grimes, SVP, CFO and treasurer, said the fourth-quarter's revenue performance was impacted
DSW Lifts Q4 Guidance
DSW Inc. raised its EPS guidance on the strength of strong November and December revenues. Its annual earnings were slightly raised to a range of $2.96 to $2.99 for fiscal 2011 from a range of $2.90 to $2.95 previously. The family shoe chain also plans to
