PPR Appoints CFO
PPR, the parent of Puma, announced an enlargement of the scope of responsibilities entrusted to Group Managing Director Jean-François Palus who will from now on dedicate his time fully to implementing the Group’s strategic, operational and organizat
California Sees Signs of Slowing Tourism
Travel trends remained largely positive in California in September and October, although the pace of growth slowed somewhat. One forecast sees growth rates dropping by half next year…
Under Armour, NBA Establish Multi-Year Partnership
The National Basketball Association (NBA) and Under Armour Inc. announced a multiyear partnership. As part of this partnership, Under Armour will be able to feature its endorsers – which include Brandon Jennings of the Milwaukee Bucks and Derrick Williams
MoGo Announces Independent Representative Sales Force
MoGo Sport, the developer of high performance flavored mouthguards, announced the hiring of an independent representative sales force and international distributor…
Specialized Names Fall Grant Winners
Specialized said Trips for Kids Buellton, Charlotte, Chicago Voyagers, City of Lakes, of Harrisburg, Marin, Southern Arizona, Taos and Western Youth Network will receive its “Grant in a Box,” which includes six new Specialized bikes, 10 helmets, tune ups
U.S. Census: Retail Sales Growth Slows in November
Sales at U.S. sporting goods, hobby, book and music stores reached $76.9 billion in November, up 6.3 percent from November 2010 and 0.3 percent from October, 2011, according to advance estimates released by U.S. Census…
Amazon Extends Free Shipping Deadline to Surpass Walmart.com Offer
Amazon.com, Inc. extended the order deadline for FREE Super Saver Shipping with delivery guaranteed by Christmas through Dec. 19 on eligible purchases of $25 or more. The offer surpassed Walmart.com's HomeFree promotion, which offers the same promise
Bakers Loss Widens to $10.2 Million in Q3
Bakers Footwear Group lost $10.2 million in the third quarter, compared with a loss of $8.9 million in the third quarter last year. Sales of $40.2 million for the quarter ended Oct. 29 represented a dip of 1 percent from $40.6 million for the thirteen-wee
Zappos.com Reveals Video Contest Winners
Zooppa, the source of user-generated advertising, and Zappos.com have named the winners of their “Celebrate the Art of Gifting” video contest. The winning entrants will receive tens-of-thousands of dollars in prizes, including $25,000 for the overall winn
Patagonia Opens Store on Chicago’s Magnificent Mile
Patagonia opened the doors on its second Chicago retail store at 48 East Walton Street in the heart of the city's Magnificent Mile/Gold Coast area…
McCluskey to Replace Gromek as Warnaco’s CEO
The Warnaco Group, Inc., the parent of Speedo, announced that its board of directors has elected Helen McCluskey as president, chief executive officer, and a member of its board, effective February 1, 2012. McCluskey will succeed Joe Gromek, age 65, Warna
REI to Open First Store in Ohio
REI (Recreational Equipment, Inc.) said it will open its first store in Ohio, a new store in Medford, Ore., and relocate its current location in Cary, N.C…
Boot Barn Acquired by Freeman Spogli
Boot Barn, Inc., the nation's largest western and work wear specialty retailer, has been acquired by affiliates of Freeman Spogli & Co. and management. Boot Barn was previously a portfolio company of investment firm Marwit Capital…
Cutter and Buck to Sponsor PGA Magazine Conference
Cutter & Buck has been named the exclusive apparel sponsor of PGA Magazine's “Merchandisers of the Year Conference.” This gathering of PGA professionals will take place in Orlando, Fla., prior to January’s PGA Merchandise Show…
Jansport Appoints Chris Speak as Director of Sales
JanSport has hired Chris Speak as director of sales. Most recently, he served as global sales director for Vasque and Irish Setter at Red Wing Shoe Co. and brings nearly 20 years of experience to JanSport. Speak also has a long history with the JanSport b
