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Silent Auction Set for Andy Knapp’s Memorial Fund
A silent auction is being held to benefit Andy Knapp's memorial fund to help defray some of the significant medical bills that piled up during his illness. As reported, the long time head buyer of hardgoods at Midwest Mountaineering in Minneapolis p
Hi-Tec Sees Outdoor Biz Expanding
Hi-Tec plc is reporting that worldwide wholesale revenues rose 9% to approximately $240 million in 2008 from approximately $220 million in 2007. The company reported that U.S. wholesale revenues declined 14% to approximately $50 million in 2008 from roug
SGMA Seeks Support for PHIT and Lacey Acts
The Sporting Goods Manufacturers Association (SGMA) said the PHIT (Personal Health Investment Today) Act has a chance of being included in the health reform bill and is urging its members to contact their congressman to support the bill…
CPSC Issues Notice of Stay of Enforcement of CPSIA Lead Provisions in Bikes
The Consumer Product Safety Commission has issued a Notice of Stay of Enforcement of the lead provisions of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA) as it applies to children’s bicycles…
Snyder Resigns from Crocs Board
Ron Snyder, the former president and CEO of Crocs, Inc., has resigned his position on the company’s board of directors, effective June 30, 2009. Snyder “retired” from his role as President and CEO in March of this year but remained on the board…
VF Corp. Unveils New Licensed Sports Group
VF Imagewear has officially renamed the VF Activewear group as the VF Licensed Sports Group, a division focused on the development of both on-field and licensed sports apparel. Sources inside the company told SEW there were no changes in staff or office
Rock/Creek Offers $5,000 Matching Grant to Save Stringer’s Ridge
Rock/Creek Outfitters announced another $1,000 gift to help save Stringer's Ridge. The donation serves as the kickoff to The Rock/Creek Challenge. In the Challenge, customers and friends of Rock/Creek are encouraged to donate to Trust for Public Land
The Bon-Ton to Close Northwood, OH Store
The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. said it will close its 167,900 square foot Elder-Beerman Woodville Mall store in Northwood, OH. The leasehold interest in the Northwood location was acquired by Bon-Ton in 2003 as part of the Elder-Beerman acquisition. The closing
Sport Supply Acquires Team Assets of Gus Doerner Sports
Sport Supply Group, Inc. has acquired certain assets from Gus Doerner Sports, Inc. of Evansville, IN. SSG acquired the rights to Doerner's Team Sports Division which caters to high school, college and out of school sports programs in southern Indiana
Cloudveil Hires Sales Agency to Cover Mid-Atlantic
Cloudveil has hired Brandywine River Representatives to manage outdoor product sales in the Mid-Atlantic territory. Along with Agency Owner and Principal Andy Molter, the Brandywine organization includes Associate Representatives David Donahue and Justin
Online Videos Expand as Useful Marketing Tool
Social Media has certainly had an impact on nearly every facet of business, and companies continue to expand their brand presence online. New online social communities, purchasing opportunities, customer reviews, and shopper incentives are introduced ever
Cleveland Golf/Srixon Names Harman EVP/GM
Cleveland Golf/Srixon has promoted Todd Harman to Executive EVP and general manager of Cleveland Golf/Srixon – North America. Harman previously served as executive director of Cleveland Golf/Srixon’s European subsidiary for the past two and a half years,
Sport Chalet Cites Progress in Turnaround Efforts
Sport Chalet, Inc. in a statement pointed to continued progress on its initiatives to improve its financial performance and return the company to profitability. Last Friday, the Los Angeles-based retailer reported its net loss in its fiscal fourth quarter
A4 Sponsors Fundraising Bicycle Ride
A4 will sponsor the fourth-annual Jackson's Ride the Gorge, a fundraising bicycle ride that will tour the Columbia River Gorge on July 18th, 2009 to support the Northwest Sarcoma Foundation. The non-profit organization provides support to patients an
ANTA Partners with Partner of Chinese Olympic Committee
ANTA Sports Products Limited was appointed the “2009-2012 Sportswear Partner of Chinese Olympic Committee” and the “2009-2012 Official Partner of China Sports Delegation.”…
