In the Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) agreement, the Obama administration was able to meet enough demands of the Rubber and Plastic Footwear Manufacturers of America (RPFMA) on market access and rules of origin that the group, which includes New Balance, will not actively oppose its congressional...
Though the text of TPP is now available online, it’s not that simple to digest the 5,500 page document. Matt Priest, president of the FDRA, explained the four main concepts the footwear industry needs to know....
To kick off its fourth annual “Week of Greatness,” athletic retailer Foot Locker unveils two new commercials starring comedian Tracy Morgan. The week begins Nov. 21....
Wolverine World Wide, Inc. appointed Richie Woodworth to the position of president of the company's Lifestyle Group, which includes the Sperry, Stride Rite, Keds, and Hush Puppies brands, effective Jan. 3, 2016....
Nike Inc. will open a two-level, 22,000-square-feet store in downtown Detroit in spring 2016....
The U.S. International Trade Commission (USITC) has instituted an investigation to assess the likely impact of the Trans-Pacific Partnership Agreement on the U.S. economy as a whole and on specific industry sectors and the interests of U.S. consumers....
Wolverine Worldwide has named Seth Cobb as the new president of Chaco. In this senior role, Cobb will lead all aspects of the business and position Chaco for accelerated global growth. ...
W. L. Gore & Associates (Gore) publicly announced it is restructuring its brands for Fall 2016 in a bid to help consumers distinguish between the product benefits of Gore-Tex, Windstopper and upcoming Gore Thermium products....
Wal-Mart Stores Inc. gave the market a nudge Tuesday with in-line revenues and comparable store sales and better-than-expected Q3 earnings. “Overall we had a good quarter,” said Walmart President and CEO Doug McMillon during the firm’s conference call. ...
Kohl’s Department Stores appointed Sona Chawla to the newly created position of chief operating officer, reporting directly to Kohl’s chairman, chief executive officer and president Kevin Mansell....