SIA Nordic Demo Slated for Devil’s Thumb
SIA’s Nordic Demo will play host Jan. 30-31 to retailers from across the globe at Devil’s Thumb Ranch for the Nordic-portion of the On-Snow Demo/Ski-Ride Fest following the 2012 Snow Show in Denver, Colorado (Jan 26-29).
Rack Room Shoes CEO to Join Danish Jewelry Maker
Danish jewelry maker Pandora has appointed Bjorn Gulden to become its new chief executive from March 1. Gulden, 46, is currently managing director of the German retail company Deichmann Group as well as president and CEO of the wholly owned retail chains
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Buys Carbon Offsets for Fall Show
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance is partnering with NativeEnergy to offset its greenhouse gas emissions. Through the purchase of NativeEnergy’s Help Build carbon offsets, Grassroots will offset 27 tons of CO2 produced by the company’s Fall Show tha
Hydrapak Signs OEM Clients
Hydrapak, a leading global supplier of active-lifestyle hydration equipment, has become an OEM provider for niche pioneer Elite Creators, LLC and UltrAspire. UltrAspire’s Surge and Omega Hydration packs, slated to be available in February 2012, will
Ecco hires MaryBeth Cobia as Territory Manager for USA Golf Division
Danish brand Ecco announced that MaryBeth Cobia has been hired as Territory Manager for the Ecco USA Golf Division. In her new role, Cobia will support key national accounts and oversee the company's Comfort Tech Van…
Workout Specialist Expresses Interest in Blacks Leisure
Hilco, which specializes in restructuring retailers, is reportedly interested in investing in Blacks Leisure if the struggling British outdoor retailer can’t find another buyer, The Telegraph newspaper reported Sunday.
Shaun White Home Line to Debut at Target
The premiere collection of Shaun White home product is set to hit Target stores and Target's website the week of Dec. 26. The home line, which is the next evolution of the successful Shaun White apparel, accessory and shoe partnership with Target, fe
Crocs, Inc. Obtains $70 million 5-Year Revolving Credit Agreement
Crocs, Inc. entered into an amended and restated credit agreement, effectively replacing the existing $30M asset backed line of credit set to expire September 2014 with a five-year $70M secured revolving line of credit…
Auri Expands Eastern Sales Coverage
Auri, Inc. has added a sales representative to cover the eastern part of the U.S for both it's Auri Footwear branded product line and the recent Robert Graham footwear license…
Shoe Carnival to Expand into Dallas-Fort Worth Market
Shoe Carnival Inc. has begun construction on eight retail sites throughout Dallas-Fort Worth for its entry into the market next year, according to the Dallas Business Journal…
Brooks Wins Vendor of the Year
Brooks won the Independent Running Retailers Association (IRRA)'s Vendor of the Year award. Other nominees were Superfeet, Saucony and New Balance…
Li-Ning Introduces U.S. E-Commerce Site
Digital Li-Ning, the joint venture between Li-Ning Company and Acquity Group, today announced the launch of its Brand eCommerce business, which brings the Li-Ning sportswear brand to U.S. consumers…
Li and Fung Offers to Buy Hang Ten
Li & Fung has offered to buy iconic surf apparel brand Hang Ten for about Hong Kong $2.7 billion ($350 mm), according to the Hong Kong Standard. Li & Fung hopes the deal will help its retail arm enter the growing segment of casual fashion apparel and boos
SABG Undergoes Recapitalization
Sock & Accessory Brands Global LLC (SABG) has been recapitalized by Huron Capital. Huron committed $40 million to close the transaction. SABG's products are sold under company-owned brands, licensed brands such as Eddie Bauer, Crocs, and others, and
Igloo Appoints Jeff Cartwright as President and COO
Igloo Product Corp. announced that Jeffrey P. Cartwright will be its new president and COO. He will report to Igloo Chairman and CEO, Gary Kiedaisch. In his new position, Cartwright will have day-to-day responsibility for operations at Igloo and, with res
