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SNEWS Lady says so long; time to ‘repot,’ reinvent, reinvigorate
Dec 21, 2011
After some 11 years of being the “SNEWS Lady,” Editor in Chief Therese Iknoian is bidding adieu to the nickname, the company and the era. She explains why the decision is bittersweet -- both difficult and, at the same time, easy. Therese explains her “repotting” and thanks everyone for their support.
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Article Thumbnail November retail, outdoor, online sales rise; NRF raises forecast
Dec 26, 2011
A strong Black Friday and brisk holiday shopping fueled overall retail sales up 4.5 percent for November 2011, while outdoor retail sales jumped 9 percent. Online sales are up 15 percent so far this season. SNEWS has the latest figures from NRF, Leisure Trends and ComScore.
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Retailer At Home Fitness launches own product line to help boost online sales
Dec 21, 2011
Arizona retailer At Home Fitness recently launched its own line of equipment called 3G Cardio, including two vibration plates on the market and treadmills to come. SNEWS finds out how the business plans to boost online sales with the new products.
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Some fitness retailers see opportunities to add stores heading into 2012
Dec 16, 2011
Looking to capitalize on a hopefully more optimistic U.S. consumer, holiday-season sales, and opportunistic real estate deals, a number of fitness retailers have increased their storefront footprint as 2011 draws to a close. SNEWS has the details on which retailers are growing.
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Netpulse acquires Virtual Active, iPad app to be launched
Dec 14, 2011
Netpulse's acquisition of Virtual Active will bring together two of the fitness industry’s technology brands capitalizing on the increase of interactive data, education and media being used in the latest fitness equipment. Officials share with SNEWS where they see expansion opportunities in the fitness industry.
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Athletic Business ’11: Shopping heaven & play time at event’s expo, even without much debut news
Dec 14, 2011
Athletic Business Conference and Expo doesn’t usually come with a lot of hoopla and splashes about launches, but that doesn’t mean that a few exhibitors don’t decide it’s a good idea to show off something new. SNEWS found out what the event’s expo hall had to offer.
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SNEWS welcomes Megan Mulligan as new editor in chief; bids adieu to Therese Iknoian
Dec 12, 2011
On Jan. 2, 2012, Megan Mulligan will become editor in chief of SNEWS®. Mulligan will replace Therese Iknoian who is stepping away from SNEWS after more than a decade of editorial leadership. Iknoian’s last day at SNEWS is Dec. 31, 2011.
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LeMond, Med-Fit partner for distribution, mutual company growth
Dec 12, 2011
LeMond Fitness and Med-Fit Systems have partnered to sell and develop indoor cycling products. Med-Fit will be the exclusive North American distributor for LeMond indoor group and stationary bicycles.
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Johnson Health Tech PR on global growth goals 'unauthorized,' SNEWS learns
Dec 9, 2011
A recent distributed press release to general media about Johnson Health Tech’s global growth goals stirred up a lot of interest and reaction. Turns out it was not issued by the company, SNEWS has learned.
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Athletic Business ’11: Education, exhibits keep attendees coming after 30 years
Dec 7, 2011
Despite continued economic doldrums, the Athletic Business Conference’s 2011 event Dec. 1-3 was bustling, posting success with its combination of education and exhibits that cater to the vertical markets, non-profit facilities, the government and military. SNEWS was there to check it out firsthand.
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BusyBody Denver gets creative in business partnerships
Dec 5, 2011
BusyBody Denver finds a way to pay the rent and get free advertising by partnering with others to offer three businesses in one including a specialty fitness sales showroom, a personal training studio and a wellness space. SNEWS gets the scoop on how the partnerships help out each other.
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Accell Group to acquire Currie Technologies
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Christine Kennedy named 2011 USATF Masters Athlete of the Year
Dec 20, 2011
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November retail, outdoor, online sales rise; NRF raises forecast
Dec 26, 2011
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Retailer At Home Fitness launches own product line to help boost online sales
Dec 21, 2011
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Some fitness retailers see opportunities to add stores heading into 2012
Dec 16, 2011
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