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Article Thumbnail Job listing on SNEWS was a scam, as are all the rest seeking ‘secret consumers’
Oct 24, 2011
It seemed like a good opportunity for Randy Smith to land a job. A SNEWS® subscriber, Smith responded to an Outdoor Industry Jobs listing posted on the SNEWS job site seeking a "Secret Shopper" with relevant market research experience. Smith was not alone in responding as SNEWS learned, and this is a scam. We have the details.
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Article Thumbnail VF Corp. 3Q revenue up 23 percent on Timberland acquisition
Oct 24, 2011
The parent company of The North Face, Vans and Jansport reported record third-quarter revenue – up 23 percent with its latest addition of Timberland and SmartWool. And even without the additions, revenue was up 16 percent for the quarter, led by the company’s outdoor group.
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Eastern Mountain Sports CEO shares advice on leadership, future of industry at OIA talk
Oct 24, 2011
EMS CEO Will Manzer kicked off the Outdoor Industry Association's Business of Outdoor Recreation Lecture Series in Boulder, Colo., with leadership advice for the next generation. SNEWS was on hand to hear how Manzer twice turned around the outdoor retail chain and brand.
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Article Thumbnail In memoriam: Holger Bismann, general manager of Patagonia Europe and avid cyclist
Oct 21, 2011
Holger Bismann, general manager of Patagonia Europe, died on Oct. 15, 2011 following an illness.
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Retailers evaluate the new swipe-fee reform legislation
Oct 21, 2011
New debit-card swipe fee legislation went into effect Oct. 1, but some retailers told SNEWS they're unsure if they'll see any significant changes to their bottom line. Some lawmakers are trying to repeal the legislation, but that's unlikely to pass said Craig Shearman of the National Retail Federation.
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Merchandising Tour: Creating visual interest with creative accessory displays
Oct 19, 2011
The varietal nature of accessory products can present a merchandising challenge, but there are ways for displays to stand out. Consider these creative ideas SNEWS spotted at Outdoor Retailer Summer Market 2011.
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ActiveJunky.com gives retailers exposure through consumer cash-back rewards
Oct 17, 2011
ActiveJunky.com takes a page from credit card cash-back programs to attract online consumers to outdoor retailers and brands. Even some brick and mortar specialty outdoor shops have signed on. SNEWS finds out the details.
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Burton’s Outdoor Retailer entry yields mixed response from industry
Oct 14, 2011
Burton's entry into Outdoor Retailer Winter Market 2012 speaks to the continuing crossover of between the wintersports and outdoor industries with retailers, manufacturers and even trade shows caught in-between.
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Article Thumbnail How to Sell: Packs
Oct 14, 2011
The right pack makes or breaks people’s experience in the outdoors. This SNEWS Retail College chapter breaks down the differences, features and fit on packs to help match the customer to the proper load carrier.
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Article Thumbnail Outdoor Retailer Daily submission deadlines and guidelines
Oct 14, 2011
While Outdoor Retailer Winter Market (Jan. 19-22, 2012) is still several months away, some of the deadlines for coverage in the official newspaper covering Winter Market – O.R.D. powered by SNEWS® -- are approaching. Get the essential details for getting noticed by thousands here.
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Industry News Releases
Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Reduces Its Carbon Footprint at Fall Show
Dec 16, 2011
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Hydrapak Expands Partnership Reach with UltrAspire
Dec 16, 2011
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High Sierra Adds Kyle Kilcherman As Director of Sales - Sporting Goods
Dec 15, 2011
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Jackson Kayak's New Cuda Fishing Boat Craves Open Water
Dec 15, 2011
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REVO Sunglasses Partners with Corey Rich Photography
Dec 15, 2011
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La Sportiva Launches Ski Mountaineering Apparel
Dec 14, 2011
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Outdoor: Movin' & Shakin' - Igloo names a new president; plus new hires at Backcountry.com, Leisure Trends, Mountain Hardwear, American Rec and more ...
Dec 19, 2011
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Outdoor Retailer Winter Market Planning Guide is live, in full digital glory
Dec 16, 2011
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Family business still going strong nearly 30 years later
Dec 16, 2011
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