"We are evolving our branded retail store strategy with new differentiated store formats, centered around our Performance Fishing Gear collection, the Sorel brand, as well as broader Columbia brand assortments," Boyle said at the time. "During the fourth quarter, we'll be opening six of these...
Nike opened a women's-only retail store in Newport Beach, Calif., on Thursday, reflecting the latest effort among sportswear brands to cater to that market segment....
The National Shoe Retailers Association inducted three new members to its Hall of Fame during the Association's annual leadership conference held November 6-7, 2014 in Hollywood, Florida: retailer-turned-consultant Ron Scott; the late Harry Jubelirer, whose Reyers Shoe Store is widely considered the largest store in...
"Last year's 'Week of Greatness' was such a hit with our customers, we decided to go even bigger with our campaign this year," said Stacy Cunningham, Executive Vice President of Marketing for Foot Locker. "We're excited to introduce four new commercials featuring these outstanding athletes...
Nike is planning to build two office buildings and two parking garages on the northeast side of its World Headquarters campus near Beaverton, doubling the scope of the headquarters-expansion project it originally envisioned two years ago, The Oregonian has learned....
Rep. Paul D. Ryan of Wisconsin, tabbed by Republicans as the next Ways and Means chairman, said he will support efforts by retiring Dave Camp of Michigan to broker a deal on tax extenders in the lame-duck session and then will push for an ambitious...
"Gold Toe will forever be known as a great American sock, but that doesn't preclude us from leveraging this proven reputation for style, comfort and durability to expand our portfolio to other apparel items befitting the brand," said Ms. McHale. "We're inspired to continue...
Retail sales of sporting goods in October increased 1.2 percent seasonally adjusted month-to-month and 3.6 percent unadjusted over 2013, according to an analysis of government data by the National Retail Federation. ...
Spending using desktop computers for that period is expected to reach $53.2 billion, up 14 percent year-over-year, which is 4 percentage points higher than last season’s 10-percent growth rate. Mobile commerce is predicted to account for $7.9 billion of retail spending, representing 13 percent of...
The Footwear Distributors and Retailers of America (FDRA) recently recognized eight footwear factories with the special distinction as a Recognized Responsible Footwear Manufacturer (list included). According to R.G. Barry Brands President and CEO and FDRA Chairman Greg Tunney, “this was the first time anyone has...