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Russell, Brooks Fruit of the Loom Parent Sees Earnings Climb in 2010
In its annual report, Berkshire Hathaway Inc. said its Fruit of the Loom Inc. subsidiary saw operating earnings improve “significantly” in 2010 due to improved manufacturing efficiencies and cost management efforts…
RECALL: Baby Jogger Seats
Baby Jogger LLC of Ricmond, VA. is recalling about 1,545 of its Baby Jogger Jump Seats in the United States and 450 in Canada after reports that they fail to properly lock in place, according to the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission and Health Canad
OIA Seeking Retailers to Participate in Benchmarking Survey
Outdoor Industry Association is updating its Outdoor Retailers Financial & Operations Benchmarking Survey for the first time since 2009. In exchange for participating, retailers will receive a customized 25-page report comparing their performance across k
Petzl to Sponsor Ragnar Relay Series
Ragnar Relay Series, the nation's top provider of overnight relay races, announced that Petzl, the manufacturer of headlamps, will be the Official Headlamp of the 2011 Ragnar Relay Series…
Ryka to Debut Kelly Ripa TV Spots
Ryka plans to premiere its first-ever national TV spot with “Live” TV star Kelly Ripa in April as part of a comprehensive spring campaign breaking in time for Mother's Day 2011…
AAFA Appoints New Chairman
The American Apparel and Footwear Association (AAFA) has named Rick Darling as board of directors chairman, replacing Killick Datta…
1% for the Planet Members Boost Giving by 40% in 2010
1% for the Planet said its environmental donations grew by 40%. The organization is a network of companies in 43 countries who pledge to give at least 1% of their revenue to environmental causes. In the last three years, more than one company a day has jo
Montrail Launches E-Commerce
Montrail, which is owned by Columbia Sportswear, announced the official launch of Montrail.com, a new e-commerce site where consumers can learn about and buy Montrail products online directly from the company…
Andy Zimmerman Leaves Legacy Paddlesports
Legacy Paddlesports LLC announced that Andy Zimmerman has decided to leave the company to pursue other interests. Zimmerman is a founder of Legacy and will retain his ownership stake in the company…
United Sporting Companies Taps Dick Rosenlieb as Director of Marketing
United Sporting Companies (USC) announces the appointment of Dick Rosenlieb as Director of Marketing. Initiatives will include placing increased emphasis on brand building, public relations and customer satisfaction…
J. C. Penney’s February Comps Climb 6.4%
J. C. Penney Company, Inc. reported that its comparable store sales for the four-week period ended Feb. 26, 2011, increased 6.4%, with all divisions reporting an increase over last year. Women's apparel and accessories, children's apparel, and
Yue Yuen’s Sales Climb 29% in First Quarter
Yue Yuen Industrial (Holdings) Limited reported first quarter sales rose 28.9% year on year to approximately US $1.7 billion, and net profit attributable to owners of the company increased 17.8% year on year to approximately $141.7 million…
Bearpaw Appoints CFO and COO
Bearpaw, the maker of sheepskin boots, has appointed Wayne Cottrell as its chief financial officer and chief operating officer…
McDavid to Launch Education Newsletter
McDavid plans to use a semi-annual newsletter to inform athletic trainers, coaches, physical therapists, sports medicine clinics and professionals about what resources and tools are available to keep players of all levels protected…
Pertex Partners with Spyder Active Sports
Pertex, designer and manufacturer of high-performance fabrics, has partnered with Spyder Active Sports to produce new pieces for snowsport brand's 2011-12 fall/winter collection…
