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Zeal Optics Expands Marketing And Sales Departments
Nate Hrivnak moves from the marketing department at Zeal Optics to a new sales role in Northern California. Alex Aparicio joins the team as a new sales representative in the Tahoe territory.
Salomon Appoints Lazzaroni To Lead Nordic Ski Business In The Americas
Salomon has appointed Robert Lazzaroni as Nordic regional commercial manager for the Americas, effective August 27. Lazzaroni, a 25-year industry veteran and most recently the nordic domestic program director for U.S. Ski & Snowboard, will direct Salomon’s nordic business in the United States, Canada and Latin America.
Shimano’s Sales Up 7.1 Percent In First Half
Shimano Inc. reported sales increased 7.1 percent in the first half ended June 30 to ¥174.7 billion. Operating earnings grew 11.9 percent to ¥34.5 billion while net income increased 48 percent to ¥27.7 billion.
July Retail Jobs Increase 66,000 Over 2017
Retail industry employment in July increased by 66,000 jobs unadjusted over the same time last year showing on-going industry growth, the National Retail Federation said Friday.
SIA, WWSRA Announce Dates For 2019 On-Snow Demo
Snowsports Industries America (SIA),the non-profit trade association for the winter sports industry, and Western Winter Sports Representatives Association (WWSRA) have announce the new dates of the 2019 SIA/WWSRA On-Snow demo. The event will take place February 4-5, 2019, at Copper Mountain, CO.
Dorel Sports’ Revenues Climb 7.4 Percent In Q2
Dorel Industries Inc. reported sales in the company’s Dorel Sports segment increased 7.4 percent, to U.S. $224.5 million and 6.5 percent on a currency-neutral basis. Results were better than internal expectations.
Filson To Open Store In Boston
Filson will open the company’s first store in Boston in the Seaport District. The new 3,177-square-foot store at 52 Seaport Blvd. will open on August 16.
OluKai Partners With Inaugural REI Outessafest
OluKai announced the company’s continued partnership of the REI Outessafest, two one-day immersive festivals designed to inspire women and connect them with the outdoors, adventure and music.
Thorlo Reinforces Brand Guarantee
Thorlo will place “Guaranteed for Your Lifetime” on the company’s packaging, effective September 1.
Pro Surfer Conner Coffin Joins Skullcandy
Skullcandy said pro surfer and musician Conner Coffin has been inducted to their ambassador program.
GoPro Sells 30 Millionth Camera, Tops Estimates In Q2
GoPro Inc. reported a loss of $20.8 million, or 15 cents per share, for the second quarter ended June 30, compared to a loss of $12.9 million, or 9 cents per share, in the same period a year ago. The net loss beat Wall Street estimates by 7 cents.
Unifi Elects Board Member
Unifi Inc. announced the election of Eva Zlotnicka to the Board of Directors.
Fox Factory Raises Fiscal Guidance After Solid Q2
Fox Factory Holding Corp. on Thursday reported adjusted net income of $21.9 million, or earnings of 56 cents per diluted share, compared to $15 million, or 39 cents earnings per diluted share in the same period last fiscal year. The company reported that sales increased 29.8 percent to $156.8 million from $120.8 million in the same period last fiscal year
Unifi Delivers 6 Percent Revenue Gain In June Quarter
Unifi Inc.’s earnings climbed 11.7 percent in the fiscal fourth quarter ended June 24 as sales grew 5.9 percent. Adjusted earnings were down due to higher raw material costs.
Compass Diversified Holdings Posts Profit In Q2
Cash Flow for the second quarter of 2018 reflects year-over-year earnings increases at the company’s Advanced Circuits, Arnold Magnetics, Clean Earth and Manitoba Harvest businesses, offset by declines at the company’s Liberty, ErgoBaby and 5.11 businesses.
