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May 20, 2013
Columbia Sportswear discuses Cloud tech at conference

Columbia Sportswear is headed to the Gartner Supply Chain Executive Conference, being held May 21-23, in Phoenix, Ariz., to share insights and best practices for deploying cloud technology alongside GT Nexus.

May 20, 2013
The North Face takes America outdoors

The North Face, the outdoor product company specializing in outerwear, footwear and backpacks, is partnering with state parks around the country to encourage participation in outside activities.

May 7, 2013
Aquatic pets retailer swims into e-commerce territory

D&G Pets, a local fish and exotic pet shop in Fort Collins, Colo., is diving into e-commerce waters in an effort to retain existing customers and reach out to new ones.

April 29, 2013
Former Tommy Hilfiger exec named SVP, retail at Columbia

Columbia Sportswear Company has appointed Shawn Cox as SVP of retail, a newly created position that will report directly to president and CEO Tim Boyle.

February 27, 2013
Crosman shoots for marketing success with new hire

Crosman Corp., an international designer, manufacturer, and marketer of a wide range of products for the shooting sports, has announced the appointment of Jennifer Lambert as VP marketing.

February 11, 2013
Brainteaser game wins Game of the Year

PlaSmart Inc., the Ottawa-based global toy distributor, announced that its brainteaser game PerplexusTM Epic was named the 2013 Game of the Year last night by the Toy Industry Association.

February 7, 2013
Sears heads to Miami to showcase new outdoor line

Sears is headed to the Food Network South Beach Wine & Food Festival this month to showcase its new lines of outdoor living furniture, patio sets and Kenmore grills.

February 6, 2013
REI CEO nominated for new role in Washington

Sally Jewell, CEO of REI, has been nominated as Secretary of the Interior.

January 17, 2013
Reebok leaps into obstacle racing

Global fitness brand Reebok has entered into a multi-year partnership with Spartan Race that will see Reebok as the title sponsor of the global race series.

December 7, 2012
Sporting goods chain offers underwater Christmas with Santa

Santa Claus is coming to Sport Chalet, a sporting goods retailer, to take photos with everyone, young and old, under water.

October 22, 2012
REI names COO

REI has promoted Brian Unmacht to chief operating officer, expanding his role to oversee eetail, e-commerce, merchandising, private brands, information technology and supply chain.

March 28, 2012
And now a few words about pricing

Target has its low price promise, 5% REDcard Rewards and this week, just in time for Easter, its circular is filled with 50% off deals on toys from Star Wars, Mega Bloks, Disney and Fisher-Price toys.

February 13, 2012
NPD unveils kids' top play items

The NPD Group unveiled the top current favorite play items among children ages 14 years and younger.

October 27, 2011
Dollar General toy competition no child's play

Walmart is facing some stiff competion for toy sales with Dollar General, as the company announced that it is going to head-to-head with toy retailers and discounters alike by offering more than 300 toys for $5 or less.

April 4, 2011
TRU not playing around with new hire

Toys“R”Us announced that it has named the former head of one of the world's largest toy companies to serve as president of its U.S. business.

March 7, 2011
Playing to its strengths: Core toy biz boosts TRU sales

With reports of a possible IPO looming and strong quarterly results, Toys"R"Us is poised to dominate the toy sector, which has shown signs of a resurgence and renewed consumer interest, thanks to a number of innovations and the must-have items as displayed during the 2011 Toy Fair.

February 17, 2011
Updated: Toy Fair takes over NYC

Toy Fair took over the Javitz Center in New York City this week, and amidst the fun was some serious business as toy companies showcased what they hope will be the next big thing.

October 31, 2010
Walmart unveils top toy list, launches first toy catalog

Walmart has unveiled its "Top Toys" list and announced plans to provide customers with the...

October 27, 2010
TRU holiday book now arriving

Toys“R”Us has announced the arrival of its Great Big Christmas Book in homes and newspapers...

October 6, 2010
Target slashes toy prices in time for the holidays

Target announced that it will offer discounts on more than 1,000 toys this holiday season,...

September 22, 2010
Toys'R'Us names hot toys for the holiday

Toys“R”Us announced that it has unveiled its annual Holiday Hot Toy List, filled with 36 items that are new this year and offer outstanding value in quality, price and play.

August 15, 2010
Kmart introduces exclusive doll line

Kmart announced that it is introducing an exclusive doll collection called "What a Doll" ......

August 15, 2010
Polo Ralph Lauren to sponsor interactive clinic with Venus Williams

Polo Ralph Lauren announced that it is presenting the Legends Clinic with Venus Williams as...

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