Macy’s, Inc. to Accelerate Adoption of RFID Technology
Macy's, Inc. announced that its Macy's and Bloomingdale's stores are adopting RFID (radio frequency identification) technology on an accelerated timeline to more precisely manage item-level merchandise inventories. By the third quarter of 2
Easton Technical Products Hires New President
Easton Technical Products hired Shane Michelli as president and said he would assume the role in mid October, according to Greg Easton, president of Jas. D. Easton…
Department of Education Announces New PEP Awards
The U.S. Department of Education announced the recipients of more than $35 million in Carol M. White Physical Education Program (PEP) grants. New PEP grants will be distributed to 76 school districts and community based organizations across the country.
Michael Conn Joins Kynetic as CFO
Kynetic, the parent of Fanatics and Rue La La, announced that Michael R. Conn has joined the company as its chief financial officer. Conn's appointment as CFO marks a reunion his with business partner Michael G. Rubin, founder and CEO of Kynetic. Con
Puma Signs Barcelona’s Cesc Fabregas
Puma has signed a long term partnership with Spanish international midfielder Cesc Fabregas, the Barcelona midfielder signing a multi-year contract with Puma. Fabregas, who had been with Nike…
Survey Points to Gains for Cardio Tennis Facilities
The Tennis Industry Association (TIA) recently surveyed Cardio Tennis sites to see how providers are delivering CT and the benefits facilities derive from the program. About 88 percent of facilities responding to the survey have an established CT program
LeftLaneSports.com Acquires 119Boardshop.com
LeftLaneSports.com, a members-only flash sale site for Outdoor and Fitness enthusiasts, acquired 118Boardshop.com, a leading private sale site focused on skate, surf, and action sports, for an undisclosed sum. The acquisition comes nearly a year after the
Phiten Adds Chris Bosh as Endorser
Phiten, the maker of the titanium necklace and precious metal-infused wellness products, announced its endorsement deal with Miami Heat power forward, Chris Bosh…
Nike’s Sustainability Unit to Invest in Startups
Nike Sustainable Business and Innovation is establishing a venture capital operation to identify and fund alternative energies and more sustainable business practices, Bloomberg reported…
Sony’s Marketing Exec Set to Join Under Armour
Stuart Redsun, senior vice president for Sony Electronics Inc, is set to join Under Armour in one of the two lead marketing roles, effective Oct. 10. The other lead marketing executive is Matt Mirchin, senior vice president of global sports marketing. Bot
Etnies Opens Amsterdam Flagship
Etnies announced the opening of its new Amsterdam flagship store located in Damrak, which is the entrance to Amsterdam. Etnies partnered with its key retailer, Eberhardt, to create this store which…
Mizuno Unveils New State-of-the-Art PGA Tour Workshop
Mizuno unveiled a brand new, state-of-the-art PGA Tour Workshop at the 2011 TOUR Championship at the East Lake Golf Club in Atlanta…
Sherpa Adventure Gear Hires Product, Operations and Marketing Talent
Sherpa Adventure Gear of Nepal bolstered its product development, operations and marketing ranks in Renton, WA with three hires, including….
Good Feet Partners with Tenevis Footwear
Arch support manufacturer, Good Feet, LLC and shoe manufacturer, Tenevis Footwear, have partnered together to create a customized, comfort technology shoe system…
Walking Co. Launches Give Cancer the Boot Campaign
The Walking Company announce 'Walking for Hope,' a nationwide campaign dedicated to raising more than $200,000 during October — National Breast Cancer Awareness Month…
