Puma Sees Category and Regional Expansion in Phase IV; Sees non-Puma Brand Expansion
PUMA announced the launch of Phase IV of its long-term oriented business plan, in which PUMA will reinforce its position as one of the leading multi-category Sportlifestyle brands. PUMA will drive Phase IV and focus on three areas: Category Expansion, Reg
Puma to Replace Asia Pacific Licensees with JV’s; Sets Up India Sub
PUMA AG has signed a shareholders’ agreement with its current licensees for China and Hong Kong to set up a joint venture with Puma as the majority shareholder. The company has also agreed in principle to form joint ventures with its Taiwan licensee, and
Lotto Renews Underwear Agreement With Fraly
Lotto Sport Italia is proceeding with its strategy of expanding its brand into other sectors. Lotto announced that it has renewed the licensing agreement with Fraly for the manufacture and distribution of sports underwear collections under the Lotto brand
Brunswick Income Jumps 27% On 12% Sales Increase
For the second quarter ended June 30, 2005, Brunswick Corporation saw net sales increase 12% to $1,598.6 million, up from $1,422.7 million in the year-ago period. Excluding the effect of acquisitions, sales were up 10% in the quarter. Operating margins im
Sales Reps Wanted — High Sierra Sport Company
High Sierra, a leading provider of daypacks & hydration, adventure travel & ski/snowboard luggage is seeking professional sales representation in key territories across the U.S. Qualified candidates will have 5+ years experience selling packs & luggage t
ISIS For Women Appoints New Southeast Sales Rep
ISIS For Women announced the appointment of Cynthia Kelly as independent sales representative for its Southeast territory. She joined the team on June 19, 2005. Kelly will be responsible for sales to retailers in the Southeast region including: Alabama, F
Skechers Net Income Nearly Doubles on 12.5% Sales Jump
Skechers USA, Inc. announced financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2005. Net sales for the quarter rose 12.5% to $263.9 million compared to $234.7 million in last year's quarter. Net earnings were $15.9 million versus net earnings o
Rocky Reports 139% Q2 Sales Leap; Doubles Income
Rocky Shoes & Boots, Inc. announced record financial results for the second quarter and six month period ended June 30, 2005. For the fiscale second quarter, net sales increased 139% to a record $65.5 million compared to $27.4 million for the correspondin
Quik Completes Rossi Acquisition; Names Gautier Rossi President
Quiksilver announced it has successfully completed its previously announced acquisition of Skis Rossignol S.A. Quiksilver now owns directly or indirectly approximately 94% of Rossignol, with over 95% of the voting rights, and anticipates acquiring additio
Sales Reps Wanted — Penguin Brands
Penguin Brands, manufacturer of industry leading products; Penguin Shoe Care, Nathan Hydration and Reflective Gear, Sorbothane Insoles, and Sport Wash Apparel Care products, is looking for experienced representation in the following markets: New En
Sales Representative, Florida — BIC Sport
BIC Sport, a New England based watersport equipment distributor, seeks a dynamic sales representative to represent BIC Kayaks in Florida. Ideal candidate will be an Independent Rep with related but not conflicting watersport lines. Must be a focuse
REI Will Open New Store In Mountain View, CA
REI will open a 30,500 square-foot, two-story store in Mountain View, CA store as part of a new retail development, called Charleston Plaza, being constructed by Dollinger Properties at the site of a former industrial park. The REI store, which will emplo
Hydrapak Hires Two To Cover Sales, Service, and Promos
Hydrapak, Inc. has announced the hiring of two new employees to spearhead the company's sales, service, and promotions areas due to its recent growth and popularity of its technology and products in the marketplace. Matt Patterson is the new director
UNC, Nike, and EA Top Performers for CLC
The Collegiate Licensing Company announced its top-sellers for the fiscal year-to-date, representing royalties reported July 1, 2004 through June 30, 2005 on collegiate merchandise sold. For the fifth straight year, the University of North Carolina has ra
PUMA Becomes Official Supplier of Manu Samoa
PUMA announced the signing of National Rugby Union team, Manu Samoa. Starting October 15, 2005, PUMA will be the official supplier to all the teams associated with the Samoa Rugby Union. The new agreement includes all on field, sideline, training, and rep
