SGB Update Outdoor
Dick’s SG Beats Q4 Guidance; comps Rise 1.1%
Dick's Sporting Goods, Inc. reported net income for the fourth quarter ended January 29, 2005 of $39.9 million or 75 cents per share, compared to net income of $26.0 million, and earnings per share of 50 cents for the fourth quarter ended January 31,
Escalade Sports Acquires Play Systems Company
Escalade Sports, has acquired substantially all the assets of ChildLife, Inc. a manufacturer of premium residential play systems, commonly known as swing-sets and slide towers. ChildLife is synonymous with child safety and is readily identified in the pla
Johnson Outdoors Sends Letter to Shareholders
Johnson Outdoors Inc. has mailed the following letter to all Johnson Outdoors shareholders regarding the Company's proposed merger with JO Acquisition Corp….
Alpha Shirt Company Opens New DC in Northwest
Alpha Shirt Company, a supplier of blank apparel for the ASI, screen printing and embroidery industries, has announced the opening of its newest distribution center near Seattle, Washington. The move gives Alpha a strong presence in the Pacific Northwest
Senior Marketing Manager — The Athlete’s Foot
The Athlete’s Foot is seeking a Sr. Marketing Manager for its corporate office, located in Kennesaw, Georgia. Candidate must have strong experience in visual merchandising, developing marketing plans for organization and brands, and ability to exec
Director of Franchise Merchandising — The Athlete’s Foot
The Athlete’s Foot is seeking a Director of Franchise Merchandising for its corporate office, located in Kennesaw, Georgia. This position will manage the merchandise planning and procurement process for all new domestic franchise locations. Candid
Rocky to Consolidate Operations with EJ Footwear
Rocky Shoes & Boots, Inc. has announced plans to consolidate operations following the company's recent acquisition of EJ Footwear. The plan will include the relocation of the Lehigh division headquarters in Vestal, N.Y. The Company plans to relocate
Kohl’s Announces Executive Promotions
Kohl's Department Stores announced two executive promotions. Jack H. Boyle has been promoted to executive vice president-general merchandise manager, women's apparel and accessories. John M. Worthington, 41, has been promoted to executive vice
Is The Climbing Shoe Market Settling Down?
Over the past two years, the climbing shoe market has been in turmoil with falling prices and an unprecedented number of brands setting up shop in North America. Last Year, The B.O.S.S. Report ran a three part series on the initial shake-up (see BOSS_0410
Clothing / Footwear Buyer — NBS
Nation’s Best Sports, Fort Worth, Texas is seeking a buyer for hunting / outdoor apparel and hunting / outdoor footwear. A thorough knowledge and understanding of the categories is a must…
International Customs and Transportation Supervisor — Smartwool
Smartwool Corporation is seeking an International Customs & Transportation Supervisor to work out of corporate headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO. The right candidate will be an experienced business supervisor with 2 -3 years background in tra
Quality Assurance Manager — Smartwool
Smartwool Corporation is seeking an Quality Assurance Manager to work out of corporate headquarters in Steamboat Springs, CO. The right candidate will have 5+ years experience with domestic and international product manufacturing, and Quality Assu
Cutter and Buck Appoints CEO as Director
Cutter & Buck Inc. announced the appointment of John T. Wyatt, the company's President and CEO, to the company's Board of Directors. Wyatt will join the Board immediately. As previously announced, Wyatt began his career as a specialty account sa
Timberland Stock Splits 2-for-1
The Timberland Company's Board of Directors approved a 2-for-1 split of its Class A and Class B Common Stock. The additional shares will be distributed on May 2, 2005, to shareholders of record on April 14, 2005. In addition, the Board of Directors a
Kohl’s February Comps Climb 6.1%
Kohl's Corporation sales for the four-week period ended February 26, 2005 increased 20.4% over the four-week period ended February 28, 2004. On a comparable store basis, sales increased 6.1%…
