3 hrs ago | MSN Money
Nike may buy rival to boost Asian business: report
“The strengthening of our other brands there, such as Converse or Umbro, will follow.”
Nike Inc could buy a Chinese or Japanese rival to strengthen its presence in Asia, the brand president of the world's largest maker of athletic footwear and apparel told a German newspaper. via MSN Money
Yesterday | KGW-TV Portland
Nike's Jordan Brand president leaves after four months
The president of Nike's Jordan Brand is leaving the company four months after taking the job. via KGW-TV Portland
Tuesday | Just-Style
US: Deckers Outdoor buys Tsubo for $6m
Deckers Outdoor Corporation has bought high-end casual footwear company Tsubo LLC for $6m. Angel Martinez, Deckers president and chief executive officer, said the acquisition "represents an ideal complement to ... via Just-Style
Sunday May 11 | Morepraxis
Commonwealth Government provides $4 million to No SweatShop label
By Antony McMullen Social Justice Officer Justice and International Mission Unit Synod of Victoria and Tasmania "One group said they were paid $2.50 for a detailed shirt which took one hour to sew. via Morepraxis
Friday May 9 | Newsday.com
Western NY teen dies after he's hit by freight train
Police are investigating the death of a 16-year-old boy who was struck by a freight train at a railroad crossing in western New York. via Newsday.com
Thursday May 8 | Reuters | Posted by Reuters
Co-branded Nike-Finish Line store targets runners
“This is another way we look at expanding the marketplace, going deeper into the consumer types as opposed to trying to be a little bit of everything to everyone and in the end not being enough of anything for anybody”
By David Schwartz
CHANDLER, Arizona (Reuters) - A new co-branded store by Nike Inc and Finish Line, the No. 2 U.S. athletic shoe retailer, opens on Wednesday, aimed at gaining a foothold in the niche market of runners and athletes in training.
For Nike, the world's largest maker of athletic shoes and clothing, the venture is the second in a series of co-branded "concept" stores designed to raise its profile among target groups while helping to boost sales through its retail chain customers. Read more
Wednesday May 7 | Hotel News Resource
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Names Phil McAveety Chief Brand Officer
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. announced the appointment of Phil McAveety as Chief Brand Officer for the global hotel giant. via Hotel News Resource
Tuesday May 6 | KVOA-TV Tucson
Nike and Finish Line collaborate on Chandler concept store
Spring training as we know it is threatened. Use this link to learn how to support the national pastime in our own backyard. via KVOA-TV Tucson
Tuesday May 6 | Business Wire
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. Appoints Thomas E. Clarke, Ph.D to Board of Directors
Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. , one of the world ' s largest hotel and leisure companies, announced today the appointment of Thomas E. Clarke, Ph.D to the Company ' s Board of Directors. via Business Wire
Tuesday May 6 | The Globe and Mail
Lower costs buoy Adidas results
“Despite a challenging market environment, we are optimistic we will achieve all our targets.”
The company's net profit in the January-March quarter rose to 169-million compared with 128-million a year ago. via The Globe and Mail
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