NRF Seeks to Reconsider Lobbyist’s Ban
The National Retail Federation asked President Obama to reconsider a new ban on registered lobbyists serving on committees created by Congress that advise the Administration on international trade policy issues…
Dickies Hires First Full-Service Ad Agency
Dickies has hired Goodby, Silverstein & Partners (GS&P) as its first ever full-service advertising agency of record. Historically, Dickies has managed creative advertising in-house, developing memorable and targeted efforts like the long-running “Legend I
Easton Hockey Signs NHL All-Stars
Easton Hockey announced the signing of multi-year, head-to-toe contract extensions with NHL All-Stars Zdeno Chara (Boston Bruins) and Ryan Getzlaf (Anaheim Ducks), in addition to deals with Brent Burns (Minnesota Wild), Derek Roy (Buffalo Sabres) and Mike
SGMA Supports Longest Yard Football Classic
SGMA and its members have thrown its support behind the upcoming Longest Yard Football Classic, which raises funds for the Capitol Police Memorial Fund. Among those donating gear for the game are Nike (supplier of jerseys for both teams), Wilson (game bal
Wolverine World Wide’s Q3 Sales Drop 10%; Raises FY09 EPS Guidance
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. said that adjusting for the negative impact of foreign exchange rates, revenue declined 6.9% in the third quarter to $296.8 million. Reported revenue declined 10.1% to $286.8 million. Excluding a restructuring charge, earnings w
Nike Names VP of Central and Eastern Europe
Nike, Inc. announced that Michaela (Michi) Stitz has been named as vice president of Central and Eastern Europe (CEE). Stitz will be responsible for driving continued market leadership and growth for the CEE geography, replacing Marc van Pappelendam, who
Nexcen Logs Loss in Q109 and FY08
NexCen Brands, Inc., the parent of The Athlete's Foot, filed its 2008 Annual Report on Form 10-K and Quarterly Report on Form 10-Q for the periods ending December 31, 2008 and March 31, 2009, respectively, with the Securities and Exchange Commission
Hunting is Focus of Supreme Court Arguments
Hunting communications were a central focus of the United States Supreme Court on Tuesday as the Justices heard arguments in the case U.S. v. Stevens, 08-769, according to a release by Profressional Outdoor Media Association…
August Outdoor Sales Soft, Upward Movement in Select Categories
Retail sales for all core outdoor stores combined (chain, internet, specialty)* declined 6% compared to last August, moving from $346M to $325M, according to the most recent edition of the Outdoor Industry Association (OIA) Outdoor Topline Report. Select
Gish Tapped as Redington Marketing Manager
Far Bank Enterprises, Inc., parent company of Sage Manufacturing, Redington and RIO Products Intl., Inc., announced the addition of Jennifer Gish as marketing manager for the Redington brand of fly rods, reels and fishing gear, effective October 1, 2009..
Confluence Names Ott Key Account Executive
Confluence Watersports has named Adam Ott to the role of key account executive. In this newly created position, Adam will be focused on supporting the business needs of regional and national retail chain accounts…
Zumiez Narrows Comp Sales Decline in September
Zumiez Inc. said total net sales for the five-week period ended Oct. 3, 2009 increased 8.4% to $36.5 million, compared to $33.6 million for the five-week period ended Oct. 4, 2008…
Gregory Mountain Makes IT, Customer-Service Hires
Gregory Mountain Products hired two new department leaders, one to oversee information technology and the other to head up customer service…
Eddie Bauer to Launch First Ascent on October 12
Eddie Bauer will launch First Ascent in 183 of its stores across North America on October 12, 2009. First Ascent is Eddie Bauer's new line of expedition-quality mountaineering outerwear, apparel, and gear built by some of the foremost mountain guides
Cascade Designs Appoints New Distributor in Sweden
Cascade Designs, Inc., the manufacturer of outdoor equipment, has appointed a new distributor to represent its brands in Sweden. Thomas Breding and Henrik Bolander of Granitbiten will manage Cascade Designs’ Platypus, Therm-a-Rest, MSR and SealLine
