SGB Update

Nautilus to Cut Workforce on Sluggish Business

The Nautilus Group, Inc. on Friday announced a reduction in its workforce to lower expenses in response to the current business environment, resulting in a restructuring charge of approximately $200,000 for Q3. When fully implemented, this workforce redu

Elder-Beerman Sees Wright Price Go to $7.80 per Share

The Elder-Beerman Stores Corp. announced that it amended its existing merger agreement with Wright Holdings, Inc. to increase the consideration payable to Elder-Beerman shareholders by Wright Holdings from $7.05 per share in cash to $7.80 per share in cas

NRF: August Retail Sales Up 5.1%; SG Sector Lags Behind

The back-to-school season sent consumers to the stores in August, picking up everything from sporting goods to electronics. According to the National Retail Federation (NRF), August retail sales in the GAFS categoryincreased 0.6% seasonally adjusted from

Timberland Appoints New International Head

The Timberland Company announced the appointment of Michael J. Harrison to SVP, General Manager of International. In this role, Mr. Harrison is responsible for leading Timberland's European, Asian, Canadian and Latin American businesses. Mr. Harriso

Eddie Bauer Helps With 9/11 Memorial

Eddie Bauer and American Forests, the nation's leading nonprofit on the benefits of trees and forests, have reached their goal of raising $500,000 for the Memorial Tree Groves program…

Karbon Lands Deal With RCR…

Schure Sports announced that KARBON is the apparel of choice for the Resorts of the Canadian Rockies. RCR owns and operates seven of the premier resorts in Canada; two in BC, three in Alberta and two in Quebec. They will continue to outfit their ski and s

ITF Re-Elects Ricci Bitti

The Annual General Meeting of the International Tennis Federation, held in
Rio de Janeiro today, 11 September 2003, elected Francesco Ricci Bitti…

Rodale Names New President Of Men’s Health and Fitness Group

Rodale Inc announced that Tom Beusse has been
appointed President of the Men's Health and Sports Group. Steve Murphy,
President and CEO, made the announcement. Beusse begins his appointment
immediately and will continue to report to Murphy…

Sears Names Shigetomi VP Brand Development

Sears, Roebuck and Co. has named Carrie Shigetomi to the post of vice president, brand development, effective Sept. 19. She will report to Mindy Meads, Sears executive vice president and general manager, apparel…

Elder-Beerman Stakeholders See Merger Prices Rise

The Elder-Beerman Stores Corp. has entered into an amendment to its existing merger agreement with Wright Holdings, Inc. for the sole purpose of increasing the consideration payable to Elder-Beerman shareholders from $6.00 per share in cash to $7.05 per s

Eggers to Serve as Interim GMM at The Athletes Foot

The Athlete's Foot has named industry-veteran Chuck Eggers as General Merchandise Manager. Eggers brings over 28 years of GMM and footwear experience to the retailer. Eggers will oversee both merchandising and marketing. He has joined the company a

Wilson Partners with AEG to Promote WTA Champoinships

Wilson Racquet Sports has signed on to become the Official Grassroots Marketing Partner and consultant for the WTA Championships with AEG. AEG owns and operates the Staples Center in Los Angeles, CA. where the WTA Championships will be held in November..

Bauer Nike Hockey Restructures U.S. Unit

Bauer Nike Hockey announced a restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network to further enhance its ability to serve major American markets and maximize retailer profitability. The realignment initiatives, which take place October 1, 2003, inc

Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Key Management Appointments

As part of its recently announced restructuring of its U.S. Sales & Service organization, Bauer Nike Hockey has announced three key management assignments.

o Tom Maher will be promoted to Reg'l Business Director – U.S.

o Paul Healey is appoin

Bauer Nike Hockey Makes Sales Changes

As part of the announced restructuring of its U.S.-based sales and service network, Bauer Nike Hockey has made a number of sales changes. Dedicated reps include Dan Hill in the New York Metro territory, Rob Badger in the Mid Atlantic territory, Ryan Puch