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Newton Running Campaign Invites Runners to Fly Their Freak Flag
Newton Running, the running shoe company based in Boulder, is launching a new brand campaign this summer that encompasses the complete Newton Running brand experience, from innovative shoe designs that help runners find their “sweet spot” to a
Meb Keflezighi and Bob Kennedy Acquire San Diego Running Chain
Meb Keflezighi and Bob Kennedy, both holders of Olympic titles, have become co-owners of Movin’ Shoes, a three-unit chain of running stores in the San Diego area…
Alabama’s Sports Gear Joins BSN Sports
BSN Sports announced it has hired the sales and support professionals from Sports Gear, a leading distributor of team apparel and athletic equipment in the state of Alabama. Sports Gear, headquartered in Cullman, AL, was formerly a member of the Sports In
Modest Mouse to Play Vans US Open of Surfing
The 2013 Vans US Open of Surfing, owned and operated by IMG, will take a step out of the water when artists such as Modest Mouse, The Faint and Twin Shadow hit the House of Vans Stage during the Open…
NSRA Partners with National Shoe Travelers
The National Shoe Retailers Association (NSRA) and National Shoe Travelers (NST) have formed a strategic partnership that will focus on education programs for footwear sales representatives and membership programs…
Leatherman Names Rivera President of Leatherman Tool
Leatherman Tool Group, Inc. has named long-time employee Benjamin Rivera as president of Leatherman Tool. Rivera, who helped create the company's multi-tool line, will report to company CEO, Jake Nichol. Rakesh Sridharan will continue in his role as
U.S. House Support for Yarn-forward Rules in TPP Doubles Ahead of Next Round of Trade Negotiations
In a July 10 letter, 167 members of the U.S. House of Representatives urged U.S. Trade Representative Michael Froman to include the “Yarn Forward” rule of origin in the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement to prevent Vietnam from gaining
Mavic Announces Internal Personnel Improvements
Mavic, Inc. said Larry Burke, most recently national sales manager and acting/interim general manager, has committed to leading Mavic's strategically important O.E.M. business and national accounts. His new title is sales manager OEM and national acc
Vans Updates Plans for First U.S. Open Of Surfing
For its first year as title sponsor of the highly anticipated Vans US Open of Surfing in Huntington Beach, Vans will be presenting the Van Doren Village, featuring the world’s largest photo booth, a Vans Custom Culture DIY art exhibit, and the Van D
Bass Pro Shops Names Conservation Partners of the Year
Bass Pro Shops named Dave Murphy, executive director of the Conservation Federation of Missouri and Sarah Parker-Pauley, the director of the Missouri Department of Natural Resources as their “2012 Conservation Partners of the Year.”…
Report: Jones Group Exploring Sale
Jones Group, the owner of Nine West, has reportedly hired Citigroup (C) to explore a possible sale, according to Reuters…
Open Air Dynamics Secures Rights to SeasonFive Apparel
Open Air Dynamics, the parent company of Tahoe SUP and Odyssey SUP, has signed a licensing agreement with SeasonFive, that gives it the rights to market, sell and distribute the technical outdoor apparel brand…
Icebreaker to Open First Outlet Store in Canada Aug. 1
Icebreaker will open its first outlet store in Canada at the new Toronto Premium Outlets in Halton Hills, Ontario, which will celebrate its grand opening on Aug. 1, 2013…
QRide Inc. Launches Dealer Program
Emergency ID maker QRide Inc has launched a dealer program for the company’s QRide Mini product. The QRide Mini Intro Pack is now available and includes 15 pairs of the company’s flagship product, and a small point-of-sale display…
Sports Group International Hires Newest Recruiter
Sports Group International, a leading executive search firm serving the sports industry, has hired Rob Grady as vice president of sports business. Grady will focus on recruiting executives in sports marketing, sales and management across the many aspects
