SGB Update Outdoor
Deckers Takes Teva Brand Head to Toe…
Deckers Outdoor Corporation, the new owner of the Teva brand, has just signed two licensing agreements. One is with Capital Mercury to produce men’s apparel, and another with Outdoor Cap Company for headwear. BHPC Global Licensing finalized both of the de
Mavic and adidas Sharing Reps…
In April, adidas announced plans to bring their cycling apparel into the U.S. market. adidas is planning to use the existing Mavic infrastructure to help distribute their goods. Mavic has an extensive network with the independent bike dealer, and adidas
Huffy Sees Weak August Hurting Q3…
Huffy Corporation announced last week that sales and earnings for August were below anticipated levels and the company does not see any indications of a reversal of the damage done early in the quarter. HUF fell 16% for the week, closing at $6.04 on Frid
Nike and Kasky Announce Settlement of First Amendment Case
In a joint announcement Friday, the parties to Kasky v. Nike, a lawsuit which prompted a U.S. Supreme Court review exploring the question of what constitutes free versus commercial speech, have agreed to settle the case. The two parties mutually agreed t
Fischer Appoints New Nordic Race Director
Fischer US announces the appointment of Eli Brown to the new in-house position of Nordic Race Director…
Karbon Lands Deal With RCR…
Schure Sports announced that KARBON is the apparel of choice for the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. RCR owns and operates seven of the premier resorts in Canada; two in BC, three in Alberta and two in Quebec. They will continue to outfit their ski and s
ITF Re-Elects Ricci Bitti
The Annual General Meeting of the International Tennis Federation, held in
Rio de Janeiro today, 11 September 2003, elected Francesco Ricci Bitti…
Sears Names Shigetomi VP Brand Development
Sears, Roebuck and Co. has named Carrie Shigetomi to the post of vice president, brand development, effective Sept. 19. She will report to Mindy Meads, Sears executive vice president and general manager, apparel…
Eggers to Serve as Interim GMM at The Athletes Foot
The Athlete's Foot has named industry-veteran Chuck Eggers as General Merchandise Manager. Eggers brings over 28 years of GMM and footwear experience to the retailer. Eggers will oversee both merchandising and marketing. He has joined the company a
Wilson Partners with AEG to Promote WTA Champoinships
Wilson Racquet Sports has signed on to become the Official Grassroots Marketing Partner and consultant for the WTA Championships with AEG. AEG owns and operates the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. where the WTA Championships will be held in November..
Bauer Nike Hockey Restructures U.S. Unit
Bauer Nike Hockey announced a restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network to further enhance its ability to serve major American markets and maximize retailer profitability. The realignment initiatives, which take place October 1, 2003, inc
Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Key Management Appointments
As part of its recently announced restructuring of its U.S. Sales & Service organization, Bauer Nike Hockey has announced three key management assignments.
o Tom Maher will be promoted to Reg'l Business Director – U.S.
o Paul Healey is appoin
Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Sales Changes
As part of the announced restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network, Bauer Nike Hockey has made a number of sales changes. Dedicated reps include Dan Hill in the New York Metro territory, Rob Badger in the Mid Atlantic territory, Ryan Puch
ProfitLogic Acquires Spotlight Solutions
ProfitLogic, whose suite of Merchandise Optimization solutions helps retailers make more profitable merchandising decisions, announced its acquisition of Spotlight Solutions, the number two player in the Merchandise Optimization market…
Brunswick Settles Precor/Life Fitness Action
Amer Group Plc has recognized a gain of $23 million following the amicable settlement of a patent litigation case in the U.S. The Life Fitness division of Brunswick Corporation will pay the settlement amount in two annual installments in 2003 and 2004, i
