Two Ten Footwear Foundation Adds Board Members
Two Ten Footwear Foundation's board of directors elected two new members – Beth Cross, co-founder and president, CEO of Ariat International and David Sharp, chief executive officer of Rocky Brands, Inc…
Luna Switching to All Gluten-Free Recipe
Luna has begun a transition to an entirely gluten-free product line after a two year quest to find gluten-free recipes that still meet its taste and nutrition standards…
Dearfoams Launches Comfort and Joy Pin-to-Win Sweepstakes
Dearfoams announced the launch of its Comfort & Joy Pin-to-Win Sweepstakes, a celebration of all things that bring consumers comfort and joy during the holidays. Eligible entrants can win a number of prizes, including a vacation for two to Aspen…
The Dick’s SG Foundation Launches #HolidayHoops Campaign
In the spirit of giving a “Gift That Matters” this holiday season, The Dick's Sporting Goods Foundation is celebrating #GivingTuesday by launching its #HolidayHoops campaign. During a surprise appearance by Cavaliers star Kevin Love at a Cleveland el
Brands Poised to Capitalize on Hollywood Rendition of ‘Wild’
The Pacific Crest Trail Association (PCTA) has partnered with five outdoor brands to capitalize on the Dec. 5 release of the Hollywood film version of Cheryl Strayed's best-selling book of the same title. In the movie, Strayed is portrayed by Academy
Pentland Brands Appoints Chairman and CEO
Pentland Group, the parent of Berghaus, Speedo, Ellesse and other sports and fashion brands, said Andy Rubin will be promoted to the newly created role of chairman of its brand management division, Pentland Brands. Andy Long, currently COO of Pentland Br
National Shoe Travelers (NST) Donates $1M to Two Ten Footwear Foundation
Two Ten Footwear Foundation, the footwear industry's national charitable foundation – and its strategic partner, National Shoe Travelers (NST) jointly announced the formation of a new annual higher education scholarship fund…
Outdoor Specialty Retailers Hit November Numbers Before Black Friday
While warmer temperatures slowed sales of cold-weather gear over the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, many outdoor specialty retailers said that did not keep them from crushing their November sales goals. Retailers contacted in Charlotte, NC; New Orleans and
Revo Appoints VP of Sales
B. Robinson Optical announced that Les Rookstool will be joining the company as vice president of sales for its Revo sunglasses division. He was most recently at Safilo, where he was most recently the director of sales, sport division…
CanCooker Breaks Ground on New Building
CanCooker, a manufacturer of outdoor cooking devices located in Fremont, NE has broken ground on a new building, which will nearly double its existing size…
Report: Brown Shoe Looking to Acquire Stuart Weitzman
Brown Shoe Company Inc and Coach Inc. are both exploring an acquisition of Stuart Weitzman Holdings LLC, the women's designer footwear company, according to the Financial Times…
Simrad Partners with Maverick Boats
Simrad Yachting, a designer and manufacturer of world-class marine navigation, autopilot, radar, communications and fishfinding systems, is partnering with Maverick Boat Company…
Pentland Group Reassigns Top Executives
Pentland Group plc promoted its COO Andy Long to succeed Andy Rubin as CEO effective Jan. 1, when Rubin will take on the newly created role of chairman at Pentland Brands, which owns Berghaus, Speedo and several other brands…
IBM Reports Online Retail Sales Set Record on Thanksgiving, Black Friday
Thanksgiving Day and Black Friday saw record online retail sales supported by strong mobile growth, according to IBM Digital Analytics Benchmark Reports…
Shoe Carnival’s Q3 Exceeds Guidance
Shoe Carnival Inc. exceeded its net sales, comp store sales and earnings guidance in the third quarter thanks to strong sales of fashion boots, the roll out of national advertising, the addition of new brands in its women's department, and an upgrade
