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1 - Sport Supply Group, Inc. Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2009 - Sport Supply Group, Inc. (NASDAQ: RBI) announced today that its Board of Directors approved and declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.025 per share on the Company's common stock for the first quarter of fiscal 2010, which ends September 30, 2009. The...
2 - TigerDirect.com Ranked in “Favorite 50” Online Retailers by Stores Magazine
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-September 28, 2009 - TigerDirect.com is featured in Stores magazine’s third annual “Favorite 50” feature, based on customer rankings of their overall favorite shopping experience, taking the number 30 spot out of all e-commerce sites in every category. “TigerDirect is...
3 - NRF Asks Senate Finance Committee to Reject Kerry-Bingaman Employer Mandate Amendment
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-September 24, 2009 - The National Retail Federation today asked the Senate Finance Committee to reject an amendment to its health care reform bill that would replace the measure’s conditional “free rider” employer mandate with the full-scale pay-or-play employer...
4 - Resource Interactive Issues Call to Brands at Shop.org Annual Summit: Look to Innovation for Recession Relief
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Renowned for its in-depth consumer research, digital agency Resource Interactive presented “Recession Rewired: Leaner Times Hit Home for Moms and Younger Millennials” to an audience of more than 2000 digital and multichannel retail executives at the...
5 - Big Dick's Muscle Cars and Miami Dolphins’ JASON TAYLOR Team Up for a 1967 Shelby Mustang “Car Restoration”
CORAL SPRINGS, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Big Dick’s Muscle Cars.com is pleased to announce the delivery of Jason Taylor’s completed restoration of a 1967 Shelby Mustang GT 500E. Jason was instrumental in the design and details that have gone into making this one of a kind dream...
6 - geoVue’s Jim Stone Named to 2009 ICSC Research Conference Panel
WOBURN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Jim Stone, President and Founder of geoVue, Inc., a leading provider of location intelligence solutions, has been named as a panelist at the ICSC Annual North America Research Conference next month. Stone, widely considered an expert in the...
7 - Frederick’s of Hollywood Group Inc. Secures $2.0 Million Bridge Facility Under its Senior Credit Facility
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Frederick’s of Hollywood Group Inc. (NYSE Amex: FOH) (“Company”) today announced that it has amended its senior revolving credit facility with Wells Fargo Retail Finance II, LLC, as lender, arranger and agent, to provide for a $2.0 million bridge...
8 - Office Depot Releases 2009 Corporate Citizenship Report
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 23, 2009 - Office Depot (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, today announced the release of its 2009 Corporate Citizenship Report. The report, which highlights the Company’s commitment to diversity, environmental...
9 - KXEN Delivers Down Under For Australian Marketing Specialist Digital Alchemy
SAN FRANCISCO & SYDNEY-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Fast-growing Australian database marketing company Digital Alchemy has switched to next generation data mining technology from KXEN, allowing it to spend more time on its customers and less on back office data processing. The Australian...
10 - The North Face Launches PlanetExplore to Connect More People, Especially Youth, to the Outdoors
SAN LEANDRO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - The North Face®, the world’s premier supplier of authentic, innovative and technically advanced outdoor apparel, equipment and footwear, today announced the Bay Area launch of PlanetExplore, a new online community that connects people to...
11 - Honestech’s FOTOBOX™ Enables Novices And Professionals To Create Multimedia Photo and Video Slide Shows Directly From Their Memory Card
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 22, 2009 - Honestech, Inc. is announcing FOTOBOX™ a USB device solution which supports the creation of multimedia slideshows from photos, videos, music, and narration. FOTOBOX features a USB 2.0 interface, with an integrated memory card reader, and...
12 - James Avery to Open New Location in Fredericksburg
KERRVILLE, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the October opening of their 53rd store in Fredericksburg, Texas. The new store will be located at 207 East Main Street, in the historic Schandua Building. The store will feature an...
13 - Performance Bicycle Selects 3point5.com for Online Retail Training
CHAPEL HILL, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Performance Bicycle, the nation’s largest specialty bike retailer, announced today that it has selected 3point5.com to provide online training for Performance’s retail salespeople. 3point5.com specializes in developing online education...
14 - Adlucent Launches Real-Time SEM Analytics for Online Retailers
LAS VEGAS-(Business Wire)-September 21, 2009 - Just in time for the competitive online holiday shopping season, Adlucent announced the release of a new version of the industry’s first search engine marketing (SEM) platform designed to help online retailers grow revenue and profits by automatically...
15 - Experts Available to Discuss The Struggle to Find Inventory Financing for the Holidays
-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2009 - ExpertSource: TOPIC: A recent Business Week article notes that small businesses are having difficult getting bank funding for holiday inventory, and some are even resorting to using credit cards. Deloitte's Stacy Janiak is quoted as saying, "The credit crisis is...
16 - eBay loses to LVMH on brand counterfeiting
PARIS-(Business Wire)-September 18, 2009 - LVMH takes note of and is satisfied with today’s ruling by the Paris Tribunal de Grande Instance which finds eBay responsible for brand counterfeiting. This decision gives credence to the requests made by Parfums Christian Dior, Kenzo, Givenchy and...
17 - Oriental Trading Company Creates a Unique New Halloween Experience Online
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Oriental Trading Company, Inc., the nation’s largest direct marketer of party supplies, arts and crafts, and toys and novelties, has introduced Monster Mash-Up, a ground-breaking experience for Halloween that is already “frightfully” successful...
18 - Mall Networks Unveils Version 5 of Its Award-Winning Suite of Loyalty Shopping Solutions
PHOENIX-(Business Wire)-September 17, 2009 - Mall Networks, the leading provider of loyalty shopping solutions, today announced the release of Version 5 of its multi-channel loyalty shopping suite at the Colloquy Loyalty Summit in Phoenix. This 5th generation solution features integrated...
19 - Tech Data Sales Force Adds Digital Signage Expertise
CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Strengthening its ability to support digital signage integrators, as well as IT resellers just starting their own digital signage solutions practice, Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD) today announced more than 60 members of its Sales Division...
20 - KITE (Keynote Internet Testing Environment) 3.0 Soars Higher Than Ever
SAN MATEO, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 16, 2009 - Keynote® Systems (Nasdaq:KEYN), the global leader in on-demand mobile and Internet test & measurement solutions for continuously improving the online experience, today announced Version 3.0 of KITE (Keynote Internet Testing Environment...
21 - Bernard Cammarata Confirmed He Will Be Launching a New Website and Opening New Retail Stores
BEVERLY HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - With 13 years of knowledge, experience and service, MonitorOutlet.com has been in the forefront of introducing the newest high-end Plasma & LCD TV's, LCD Monitors and projectors. Monitor Outlet services Government, Business, Pro-AV...
22 - Polo Ralph Lauren Declares Quarterly Dividend
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a regular quarterly dividend of $0.05 per share on Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation Common Stock. The dividend is payable on October 9, 2009 to shareholders of...
23 - Oriental Trading Company Wins Customer Experience Excellence Award
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Oriental Trading Company, Inc., the nation’s largest direct marketer of party supplies, arts and crafts, toys and novelties, has been named winner of the 2009 Customer Experience Excellence Award by Gartner Research and 1to1 Media in the category of...
24 - Proxibid's Re-Branded Web Site Promises Enhanced Usability for Online Bidders
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Proxibid, the world’s largest provider of live auction webcasting services, today announced that the Company will launch a newly-designed Web site on September 22. The new site reflects a well-defined brand image as well as Proxibid’s commitment...
25 - Cabela’s Inc. Announces Successful Renewal of Variable Funding Facility with JPMorgan Chase Bank
SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-September 15, 2009 - Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE: CAB) announced today that JPMorgan Chase Bank, National Association has renewed its $350.0 million commitment under an outstanding series of variable funding notes issued by Cabela’s Credit Card Master Note Trust. The...
26 - Market for Item-Level RFID in Fashion Apparel and Footwear Will Nearly Triple by 2014 According to ABI Research
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - RFID’s ability to help apparel companies do more with less in the wake of economic downturn is driving an unprecedented surge in adoption throughout the sector. Global sales of item-level RFID systems to apparel companies will essentially triple in...
27 - Majority of Retail CFOs Say 2009 Economic Stimulus Act Unsuccessful in Stemming Recession According to BDO Seidman, LLP Study
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - According to a recent study by BDO Seidman, LLP, one of the nation’s leading accounting and consulting organizations, 69 percent of chief financial officers (CFOs) at leading U.S. retailers say that the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 has...
28 - Family of Brands - It’s All in the Pepys Family
NEWPORT BEACH, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 14, 2009 - Normally, when a family heads off to Las Vegas it’s to have some fun. But this isn’t just any family. The Pepys family goes to the ABC (All Baby and Child Inc.) Kids Expo Sept. 13-16, the premier trade show for the juvenile products...
29 - Out In Style, Inc., Celebrates 15 Years of Seamless Growth and a Decade of Online Staying Power
BROOKLYN, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - Out In Style, Inc. (OIS, http://www.outinstyle.com), an online outdoor products powerhouse with local, state and federal government contracts and a thriving manufacturing operation, today announces the celebration of its 15 year anniversary. From...
30 - The World’s Largest Garage Sale, Trade Show and Health and Wellness Expo Comes to the Florida State Fairgrounds
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 10, 2009 - The Florida State Fairgrounds and Rock The Mike Productions will be host to The World’s Largest Garage Sale, Trade Show and Health and Wellness Expo, indoors at The Sweetbay Entertainment Hall inside The Florida State Fairgrounds. The event will...
31 - Simparel Extends its Enterprise Solution to PLM
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Simparel Inc, known for its next generation open ERP solution, has extended its footprint to include design, concept, planning and pre-production (PLM). Using its unique data dictionary approach, customers can get a fully configured PLM that is...
32 - Mike Wilson Joins Timex Group as Senior Vice President, Supply Chain
MIDDLEBURY, Conn.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Timex Group B.V. announced the appointment of Mike Wilson as Senior Vice President, Supply Chain. Mr. Wilson will join the company effective September 15th and will report directly to Timex Group President and Chief Executive Officer...
33 - CREATETHE GROUP Powers Juicy Couture Social Shopping Community
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - CREATETHE GROUP, the digital commerce leader for elite global brands, today announced that Juicy Couture has implemented its CTS/SOCIAL platform, enhancing the brand experience on JuicyCouture.com. By utilizing CREATETHE GROUP’s social shopping...
34 - The Dessy Group and Pantone Tie the Knot
NEW YORK & CARLSTADT, N.J.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - Every bride-to-be has a vision of the perfect wedding day. Yet common wedding mishaps abound from missing photographers and toppled cakes to embarrassing color surprises. Wouldn’t it be nice to strike one potential misfortune...
35 - Talbots Reports Second Quarter 2009 Results
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 9, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE:TLB) today reported adjusted second quarter net loss from continuing operations, which ended August 1, 2009, of $17.6 million or $0.33 per share, excluding restructuring and impairment charges, compared to last year’s net...
36 - Neiman Marcus, Inc. Reports Fourth Quarter and Fiscal Year 2009 Results
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Neiman Marcus, Inc. today reported financial results for both the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended August 1, 2009. The fiscal year 2009 fourth quarter and fiscal year 2009 amounts are reported on a thirteen and fifty-two week basis, respectively. The...
37 - Groupon Launches in Austin
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-September 8, 2009 - Groupon , an online community launched in 2007 for organizing group action. For more information, visit http://www.groupon.com. To get Groupon’s daily free email for the best in your city, subscribe at http://www.groupon.com. To learn more on how...
38 - All Aboard as ‘The Hardy Boys®: Treasure on the Tracks’ Pulls out of the Station and onto Nintendo DS™
BELLEVUE, Wash.-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - For over 80 years the adventures of the Hardy Boys have been captivating fans of all ages and today marks yet another milestone for the historic franchise as Her Interactive and SEGA® of America Inc. announced that the very first Hardy Boys game...
39 - Business Wire Retail Report on August 2009 Retail Sales Figures
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 3, 2009 - Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month. The Retail Report is based on information...
40 - Intertek Unveils New Design for Product Safety and Quality Certification Marks
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-September 2, 2009 - Intertek, a leading provider of quality and safety solutions to a wide range of industries worldwide, today unveiled the new design for its family of product safety and quality certification marks. The new designs prominently position Intertek as the...
41 - The Talbots, Inc. to Broadcast Second Quarter 2009 Earnings Results Conference Call on the Web
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-September 2, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE: TLB) invites investors to listen to a broadcast of the Company’s conference call to discuss second quarter 2009 earnings results. The conference call will be broadcast live on Wednesday, September 9, 2009 at 10:00 a.m...
42 - GSI Commerce Acquires Pepperjam
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. & WILKES-BARRE, Pa.-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq:GSIC), the leading provider of e-commerce and multichannel solutions, today announced it has acquired certain assets of the Pepperjam affiliate marketing network and the Pepperjam full-service...
43 - Centennial Comeback — Over 100 Years of Coupon Savings
CHARLOTTE, N.C.-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - It should come as no surprise that the recession has spurred use of one of the most venerable money-saving devices: the coupon. Offered in the U.S. since at least 1909, the coupon came into its own during the Great Depression, and now, in the...
44 - Tech Data Opens West Coast Integration Center
CLEARWATER, Fla.-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - Tech Data Corporation (NASDAQ:TECD), a leading IT products distributor, today opened its 25,000-square-foot West Coast integration center co-located in the company’s Fontana, Calif., logistics center. The new facility enhances Tech Data’s...
45 - NASCAR Driver Tony Stewart and the Office Depot Foundation Team up to Donate 4,000 Backpacks to Atlanta-Area Children in Need
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - Office Depot® (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, and the Office Depot Foundation announced today that NASCAR star Tony Stewart, driver of the No. 14 Office Depot/Old Spice Chevrolet Impala SS in the NASCAR Sprint Cup...
46 - Digital Commerce Leader CREATETHE GROUP Teams with Rackspace Hosting
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - CREATETHE GROUP, the digital commerce leader for the world’s most elite brands, today announced that they have entered into a Premier partnership in the Solution Partner Network with Rackspace® Hosting (NYSE: RAX), the world’s leader and specialist...
47 - Robert’s Crafts Goes Live on Tomax® Retail.net Solutions
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - Tomax Corporation is pleased to announce the successful go-live of Retail.net® solutions at Robert’s Crafts. Robert’s Crafts is a specialty retailer offering fine arts and crafts supplies, including the Cri-Cut®, with locations throughout Utah and...
48 - NPD Reports on First Half U.S. Beauty Retail Industry
PORT WASHINGTON, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - The NPD Group, Inc., a leading market research company, reports first half (January thru June) 2009 retail sales of U.S. prestige beauty* industry equaled $3.7 billion, an overall dollar decline of -7 percent versus first half 2008. June 2009...
49 - MyShape.com to Make Size…History
GLENDALE, Calif.-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - MyShape, Inc.® (www.myshape.com), the Personal Shop™ for women on the web, announces a breakthrough in online shopping with Sizeless Dressing™. Women’s sizes vary so dramatically that a woman might wear a size 8 in one designer but a 12...
50 - Helly Hansen Selects GSI Commerce as Partner for Global Online E-Commerce
LONDON-(Business Wire)-September 1, 2009 - GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq: GSIC), the leading provider of e-commerce solutions, today announced a new partnership with the Helly Hansen retail group. GSI will develop and operate international online stores in eight European countries as well as the...
51 - Introducing: icon Collection by Lane Bryant
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-August 31, 2009 - Inspired by the runways of Paris, Milan and London, Lane Bryant introduces the icon Collection by Lane Bryant, designed for the woman who seeks a higher level of sophistication, offering her the epitome of luxurious style in exclusive designs...
52 - Sport Supply Group Reports Record Q409 EPS of $0.18 Per Share; Record FY09 EPS of $0.86 Per Share
DALLAS-(Business Wire)-August 27, 2009 - Sport Supply Group, Inc. (NASDAQ:RBI) today announced results for the Quarter and Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2009. Metrics for the Quarter and Year Ending are noted below: For the Fourth Fiscal Quarter Ending June 30, 2009: Net Sales $59.7 Million vs. Q408...
53 - Talbots Unveils New Web Platform with Advanced Features to Enhance Online Shopping Experience
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-August 27, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE:TLB) today unveiled the re-launch of its website with new functionality, features and personalization that align its online shopping experience with its in-store product offerings and renowned catalog customer service. With a...
54 - Manuel Capó, Founder of El Dorado Furniture, Will Be Honored with a Street Name in the City of Miami
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-August 27, 2009 - Manuel Capó, who recently passed away, will be honored by the City of Miami on Saturday, August 29, 2009 at 11:00 AM by naming a street after him on Miami's Calle 8. The street named "Manolo Capó Way” will be at the location of his first Store at...
55 - BURNDY Selects Stibo Systems to Better Manage Complex Product Lines
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-August 27, 2009 - Stibo Systems, a leading master data management (MDM) software company, today announced that BURNDY®, a global manufacturer of electrical connectors, has selected the STEP MDM platform to improve visibility of and access to accurate and consistent...
56 - G-III Apparel Group Announces Date for Second Quarter Fiscal 2010 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-August 26, 2009 - G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. (NASDAQ: GIII) announced today that it will release its second quarter fiscal 2010 earnings on Thursday, September 3, 2009 after the market closes. A conference call to discuss results will be held at 4:30 p.m. EDT that same day...
57 - Research and Markets: 2009 U.S. Sporting Goods Stores Industry Report Features 2010 Forecast Estimates on the Size of the Industry Nationally and for All 50 U.S. States
DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-August 26, 2009 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/28e7a8/2009_u_s_sporting.
58 - Dollar Tree, Inc. Reports Record Second Quarter Earnings
CHESAPEAKE, Va.-(Business Wire)-August 26, 2009 - Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), the nation's leading operator of discount variety stores selling everything for $1 or less, reported earnings per diluted share of $0.63, for the quarter ended August 1, 2009 (“second quarter”), an increase of...
59 - Cacique Intimates Debuts Revolutionary Back Smoothing Bra
COLUMBUS, Ohio-(Business Wire)-August 24, 2009 - Cacique intimates, the premier intimate apparel leader for plus-size women, is introducing the revolutionary Back Smoothing Bra that offers a design that shapes and flatters a woman’s back, providing a sleek and smooth appearance from every angle...
60 - GSI Commerce and Delivery Agent Enter into Multiyear Strategic Partnership
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa. & SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-August 24, 2009 - GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq: GSIC), the leading provider of e-commerce and multichannel solutions, today announced that Delivery Agent, Inc., the leader in shop-enabling entertainment, has signed a multiyear agreement with...
61 - Art.com Inc. Launches Dutch Web Site, AllPosters.nl
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-August 24, 2009 - Art.com Inc., the world’s largest online retailer of quality wall décor with more than one million items including posters, prints, and specialty items, today announced that it is launching a new web site specifically for Dutch customers...
62 - Research and Markets: 2009 U.S. Mail Order Houses Industry Report - 2009 Current And 2010 Forecast Estimates On The Size Of The Industry
DUBLIN-(Business Wire)-August 21, 2009 - Research and Markets 2010 U.S. Metropolitan Areas - Estimated Number of Employees Definitions and Terms For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/6439f0/2009_u_s_mail_ord
63 - Stein Mart Selects Cass for Outsourced Telecom Expense Management
ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-August 21, 2009 - Cass Information Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: CASS), a leading provider of enterprise-wide expense management services, has announced that Stein Mart, Inc. (NASDAQ: SMRT) has expanded its relationship with Cass to now include telecom expense management. Since...
64 - Terra Wellington, Frequent Television Contributor and Author of The Mom’s Guide To Growing Your Family Green Shares Tips for Healthy Living This Back to School Season
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-August 20, 2009 - With many kids heading back to school, Terra Wellington has ideas and recommendations for what to include in your lunch bags, and what to add to your back to school supply list. Her recommendations include: California Raisins Encourage your children to...
65 - L.L.Bean to Launch New Lifestyle Collection, L.L.Bean Signature
FREEPORT, Maine-(Business Wire)-August 20, 2009 - Iconic American sportswear brand, L.L.Bean, has a history of offering consumers innovation, quality and guaranteed satisfaction with everything from its famous Maine Hunting Shoe and Boat and Tote to oxford cloth shirts and classic sweaters. On the...
66 - Got Something to Say? PUMA® Lets You Speak Your Mind!
BOSTON-(Business Wire)-August 19, 2009 - Everyone has something to say and PUMA® is giving you your very own platform to say it. This fall, PUMA lets employees take the lead showcasing some of their store associates and their thoughts in their newest retail campaign: PUMA Employees Only. But it...
67 - Kirby Risk Taps Thanx Media, Second Phase, Endeca for State-of-the-Art eCommerce Store
GLEN ELLYN, Ill. & BOULDER, Colo.-(Business Wire)-August 19, 2009 - Thanx Media, a leading provider of integrated solutions for online retailers and media companies, and Second Phase, a leading provider of eCommerce solutions for distribution companies, announced today that the companies...
68 - Dickies and Bioworld Partner on Licensing Agreement
FORT WORTH, Texas-(Business Wire)-August 19, 2009 - Dickies, the leading global workwear brand, is pleased to announce its newest licensing partnership with BioWorld Merchandising, an industry leader in manufacturing and distributing licensed, private label and branded apparel, headwear and...
69 - GSI Commerce Announces Closing of Its Common Stock Offering
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.-(Business Wire)-August 18, 2009 - GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq:GSIC) today announced that it has closed its previously announced public offering of common stock. The company sold 5,438,650 shares of common stock (including 1,777,500 shares of common stock purchased by the...
70 - Ignify Lands on a Prestigious Fast 500 List Recognizing Strong Company Growth for the Third Consecutive Year
LOS ANGELES-(Business Wire)-August 18, 2009 - Ignify, a global ERP, CRM consulting firm, eCommerce software provider and Microsoft Gold Certified Partner announced today that they have been named to the prestigious Inc. 500 list. The company ranked 19th in the IT Services category and 194th...
71 - Coach Declares Quarterly Cash Dividend
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-August 18, 2009 - Coach, Inc. (NYSE: COH), a leading marketer of modern classic American accessories, today announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.075 per common share. The dividend is payable on September 28, 2009 to...
72 - Dreams, Inc. Announces Six Months and Quarterly Financial Results
PLANTATION, Fla.-(Business Wire)-August 17, 2009 - Dreams, Inc. (NYSE Amex: DRJ) announced today its six-months and quarterly financial results for the period ended June 30, 2009. For the six-months ended June 30, 2009, Dreams, Inc.’s (“Dreams”) total revenues decreased 16%, to $27.0...
73 - Golfsmith Extends Exclusive Alliance with Hank Haney
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-August 17, 2009 - Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: GOLF) announced today that it has signed a three year extension through 2012 on its current exclusive partnership with world renowned Golf Instructor Hank Haney for the development and distribution of...
74 - James Avery Opens New Store in Birmingham
KERRVILLE, Texas-(Business Wire)-August 14, 2009 - James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces today the opening of their 52nd store in Birmingham, Alabama. The new store is located in the newest phase of The Summit at 220 Summit Blvd., Suite 170 in Birmingham, across from White House...
75 - Talbots and Li & Fung Enter into Exclusive Global Sourcing Agency Agreement
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-August 13, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE:TLB) and Hong Kong-based global consumer goods exporter Li & Fung Ltd. (SEHK: 494) today announced that they have entered into a buying agency agreement whereby Li & Fung will act as the exclusive global apparel...
76 - GSI Commerce Announces Pricing of Its Common Stock Offering
KING OF PRUSSIA, Pa.-(Business Wire)-August 13, 2009 - GSI Commerce Inc. (Nasdaq: GSIC) today announced that it has priced its previously announced public offering of common stock at $17.00 per share. The company is selling 3,661,150 shares of common stock, which represents an increase of...
77 - Adlucent Ranks 73rd on the 2009 Inc. 500 List
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-August 12, 2009 - Inc. magazine today ranked Adlucent No. 73 on its 28th annual Inc. 500 list of the fastest-growing private companies in the U.S. The list is the most comprehensive look at the most important segment of the economy – America’s independent-minded...
78 - RetailMeNot.com Releases July Report on Consumer Coupon Usage
MELBOURNE, Australia-(Business Wire)-August 12, 2009 - RetailMeNot.com, a top consumer destination for coupons, discounts and promotional codes for merchandise, groceries, travel and services, today announced the release of the July Consumer Coupon Report, which will offer a comprehensive look at...
79 - Campaigner’s Personalization and Targeting Tips Help Small Businesses Improve Email Marketing Deliverability
OTTAWA-(Business Wire)-August 11, 2009 - Campaigner, a leading email marketing solutions provider, launched 101 Tips for Getting Started with Email Marketing this year to help small business owners implement and enhance successful email marketing campaigns. Campaigner’s weekly tips continued in...
80 - Jordin Sparks Designs Office Depot Backpack for Charity at Teen Choice 2009: Photo Available on Business Wire's Web Site and AP PhotoExpress
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-August 11, 2009 - “American Idol” winner, Jordin Sparks, in the Backstage Creations Celebrity Gift Retreat at Teen Choice 2009. Celebrities autographed and designed backpacks provided by Office Depot and Sharpie’s “My Project Backpack” program to be...
81 - Ethan Allen to Launch New Affiliate Program for Independent Interior Designers
DANBURY, Conn.-(Business Wire)-August 10, 2009 - Ethan Allen (NYSE: ETH) announces a new opportunity, launching in early fall, for independent interior designers: the Ethan Allen Interior Design Affiliate Membership Program (IDA). The new program offers qualified independent designers the ability to...
82 - Tuttle Distinctive Sportswear Partners with eWayDirect to Drive Digital Strategy
WALLINGFORD, Conn.-(Business Wire)-February 17, 2009 - Tuttle Distinctive Sportswear today announced it has chosen to partner with eWayDirect to take its emarketing strategy to the next level. By incorporating additional tools provided by eWayDirect, Tuttle is taking a far-reaching approach to...
83 - Getting Perfectly WAISTED with the FEDABOA® Belt is on the “MUST DO LIST OF 2009”
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-February 17, 2009 - On February 18, 2009, FEDABOA® will prove its value in the international world of fashion, and trends of 2009. The moment Halle Berry arises unexpected out of the ocean in 007 in a stunning orange bikini, and a white pearl divers belt, the only...
84 - Polo Ralph Lauren to Assume Direct Control of Distribution in Southeast Asia
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-February 17, 2009 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL) today announced it has reached an agreement to assume direct control of its wholesale and retail distribution in Southeast Asia from its licensee, Dickson Concepts International Limited, beginning January 1...
85 - Fulcrum Grows 25% in 2008
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-February 16, 2009 - Fulcrum, a leading provider of database marketing solutions, has announced 25% growth in 2008, fueled by its broad set of integrated services and major new account wins with retailers, consumer electronics manufacturers, and banks. Fulcrum's Retail...
86 - Nike Declares $0.25 Quarterly Dividend
BEAVERTON, Ore.-(Business Wire)-February 13, 2009 - NIKE, Inc. (NYSE: NKE) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.25 per share on the company’s outstanding Class A and Class B Common Stock payable on April 1, 2009 to shareholders of record at the...
87 - Mall Networks Named AlwaysOn OnMedia 100 Winner
LEXINGTON, Mass.-(Business Wire)-February 12, 2009 - Mall Networks, the leading provider of merchant-funded loyalty shopping solutions, today announced that it has been selected to the 2009 OnMedia 100 List for its Loyalty Shopping Suite. The OnMedia 100 Award is given to private, emerging...
88 - PetNovations Takes the Self-Washing Cat Box to the Next Level with the CatGenie 120
ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 12, 2009 - Today, PetNovations announces the introduction of the CatGenie 120, the latest model of the world’s only self-flushing, self-washing cat box. The innovative CatGenie eliminates the need to ever touch cat litter again. It works like a cat box...
89 - Chip Beck to Play in Allianz Golf Championship as Diatect “Green” Pesticide Endorser
HEBER CITY, Utah-(Business Wire)-February 11, 2009 - Diatect International Corporation (OTCBB:DTCT), a provider of eco-friendly insect control products under the brand Results, today announced that Professional Golfer’s Association (PGA) veteran and Ryder Cup star Chip Beck is playing in the...
90 - NRF Says Stimulus Bill Would Help But Doesn’t Go Far Enough to Boost Consumer Spending
WASHINGTON-(Business Wire)-February 11, 2009 - The National Retail Federation told Congress that economic stimulus legislation being negotiated between the House and Senate today would provide assistance to consumer spending but still doesn’t do enough to provide the jumpstart that would bring...
91 - Explore Scientific Reaches Distribution Agreement with BRESSER
LAGUNA HILLS, Calif.-(Business Wire)-February 11, 2009 - Explore Scientific, LLC is pleased to announce it has reached an agreement to become the exclusive distributor throughout the Americas of BRESSER products. Based in Germany, BRESSER is one of the world's largest designers and distributors of...
92 - Cheryl & Co. Announces Voluntary Recall of Select Peanut Butter/Peanut Cookie and Dough Products Containing Peanuts Supplied by the Peanut Corporation of America (PCA) as Part of the PCA Expanded Recall
WESTERVILLE, Ohio-(Business Wire)-February 10, 2009 - Cheryl & Co. today announced it is voluntarily recalling a limited and identifiable number of Cheryl & Co. peanut style cookies and cookie dough products produced prior to September 16, 2008 because they contain peanuts from Peanut...
93 - FP Group Expands its Business in Asia
BIRKENWERDER, Germany-(Business Wire)-February 10, 2009 - The Francotyp-Postalia Group, a global mailing solutions provider, has opened a sales subsidiary in Singapore. Francotyp-Postalia Asia Pte Ltd. has emerged from an existing three-year joint venture between Francotyp-Postalia and Global...
94 - MSC Industrial Direct Co., Inc. is Named to the Forbes Platinum 400 List
MELVILLE, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-February 10, 2009 - MSC INDUSTRIAL DIRECT CO., INC. (NYSE: MSM), “MSC” or the “Company,” one of the premier distributors of Metalworking and Maintenance, Repair and Operations (“MRO”) supplies to industrial customers throughout the United States...
95 - FetchDog.com Announces $4 Million Financing to Power Market Development and Expand Executive Team
PORTLAND, Maine-(Business Wire)-February 9, 2009 - FetchDog.com, a leading online destination for dog owners to shop, learn and socialize, announced today that it has closed a $4 million round of funding led by Borealis Capital Partners and Harbor Light Capital Partners. In addition to its...
96 - UPS to Deliver for L.L.Bean
ATLANTA-(Business Wire)-February 9, 2009 - UPS (NYSE:UPS) has been selected as the primary package delivery carrier for L.L.Bean, the 97-year-old outdoor apparel and equipment company. The move, effective Feb. 23, follows a lengthy evaluation process. UPS will provide both ground and air service...
97 - 7 Billion People Secures $3 Million in Series B Financing
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-February 9, 2009 - 7 Billion People, Inc., a leading provider of web personalization software that drives increased conversions on e-commerce websites, today announced the completion of its second-round of financing, totaling $3 million, in two tranches. Austin-based...
98 - Office Depot Provides Advice for Small Business Owners on How to Elevate Their ‘ROO’ – Return on Organization
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 9, 2009 - Office Depot® (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, is teaming up with small business expert and USA Today Small Business Columnist, Steve Strauss, to provide small business owners with advice on how organization...
99 - Office Depot to Announce Fourth-Quarter 2008 Earnings Tuesday, February 24, 2009
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 6, 2009 - Office Depot, Inc. (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, will release fourth-quarter earnings for the fiscal period ending December 27, 2008 on Tuesday, February 24, 2009. The Company will host a webcast to...
100 - Elie Tahari Uses IBM Technology to Target New Customers, Identify New Fashion Trends
NEW YORK and ARMONK, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-February 6, 2009 - Global fashion designer, Elie Tahari, announced today that the company is using IBM (NYSE:IBM) business intelligence technology to help gain greater visibility into customer buying habits, merchandising, and supply chain to make better use...
101 - GlobalSpec Provides Expanded Search Capabilities to appliance DESIGN Web Site
TROY, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - GlobalSpec (www.globalspec.com), the leading specialized search engine, information resource and e-publishing company for the engineering, industrial and technical communities, today announced that it has entered into a partnership with appliance DESIGN...
102 - Loved Ones Deserve a Splurge This Valentine’s Day
PLEASANTON, Calif.-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - Blackhawk Network, the largest third-party provider of prepaid gift cards recently conducted a survey with Kelton Research which found that a majority (61%) of consumers surveyed spent less money treating themselves in 2008 than in years past...
103 - Business Wire Retail Report On January 2009 Retail Sales Figures
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month. The Retail Report is based on information...
104 - Talbots Announces New $200 Million Term Loan Facility Commitment to Pay off Existing Acquisition Debt
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE: TLB) today announced that Aeon Co., Ltd., which through its wholly owned subsidiary is the Company’s majority shareholder, has committed to provide Talbots a $200 million unsecured term loan facility, maturing at Talbots...
105 - JCPenney Reports January Sales
PLANO, Texas-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - J. C. Penney Company, Inc. (NYSE:JCP) today announced January sales results, and provided fourth quarter earnings expectations and an initial outlook for its 2009 operating performance. Operating performance during the fourth quarter was impacted by...
106 - NEW Jobs Coming to Altoona
ALTOONA, Pa.-(Business Wire)-February 5, 2009 - N.E.W. Customer Service Companies, Inc. (NEW), the nation’s leading provider of extended service plans and buyer protection programs for consumer products, announced today at a press conference with Gov. Edward G. Rendell plans to open a new customer...
107 - Polo Ralph Lauren Reports Third Quarter Fiscal 2009 Results
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-February 4, 2009 - Polo Ralph Lauren Corporation (NYSE: RL): Third Quarter Revenues Were $1.25 billion and Diluted EPS Was $1.05 Year-To-Date Net Revenues Grew 4% and Net Income Per Diluted Share Increased 19% Third Quarter Cash, Cash Equivalents and Short-Term Investments...
108 - Furniture.com Expands International Footprint
WALTHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-February 3, 2009 - Furniture.com, the leading provider of managed e-commerce solutions to the home furnishings industry, today announced a new business development partnership with mydeco.com, a home interiors website featuring the U.K.’s widest range of home...
109 - New 512-Page Hardware Catalog from All Metric Small Parts Features Over 5,400 100% RoHS Components
NEW HYDE PARK, N.Y.-(Business Wire)-February 3, 2009 - A new 512-page Hardware catalog from All Metric Small Parts features over 5,400 100% RoHS compliant components. The catalog, identified as M100, features all Metric components. The products detailed include: Handles, Handwheels, Cranks, Grips...
110 - Office Depot Named as Finalist in Stevie® Awards for Customer Service
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 2, 2009 - Office Depot® (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, today announced that it has been named a Finalist in the third annual “Stevie® Awards for Sales and Customer Service” honoring excellence in customer...
111 - Capstone Industries Lights the Way in Storm & Disaster Preparation
DEERFIELD BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 2, 2009 - South Florida based Capstone Industries announced today the launch of the Eco-i-LiteTM product line. The multi-use power failure lighting products, perfect for emergency outages, have been available in select locations nationwide, but will...
112 - Shopping Smart with Tony Stewart: Office Depot Celebrates New NASCAR® Racing Season with Unique Sweepstakes
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 2, 2009 - Ready, set…shop! Office Depot® (NYSE:ODP), the Official Office Products Partner of NASCAR® and co-primary sponsor of Tony Stewart and the No. 14 Office Depot/Old Spice Chevy Impala SS, announced an exciting sweepstakes designed for the ultimate...
113 - Office Depot Survey Reveals That Organization is Critical in Helping Families Save Money
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-February 2, 2009 - Working moms are cutting back on household spending (84%), taking on more household responsibilities (60%) and want to be more organized this year (87%), according to a survey released today by Office Depot® (NYSE: ODP), a leading global...
114 - Diatect Announces Record Sales for Call Center and 2009 Retail Initiatives
HEBER CITY, Utah-(Business Wire)-January 30, 2009 - Diatect International Corporation (OTCBB:DTCT), a provider of eco-friendly insect control products, today announced record sales for its call center and its new retail initiatives for 2009. For the month of January, Diatect’s business development...
115 - James Avery Announces New Store Opening in Harker Heights
KERRVILLE, Texas-(Business Wire)-January 30, 2009 - James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the opening of their newest store at Market Heights Shopping Center in Harker Heights on January 30, 2009. The new store is located at 201 E. Central Texas Expressway, Harker Heights, Texas...
116 - Provell, Inc. Partners with FreeTicketExchange to Offer $25 Off All Event Tickets to Program Subscribers
COLCHESTER, Conn.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2009 - FreeTicketExchange, an online social network for sports, music, and theater enthusiasts to buy, sell, and trade tickets, announced today that it has been selected by Provell, Inc. to offer subscribers of Provell’s Value Plus and FunSource...
117 - Talbots Announces Expanded Classic Awards Program
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 29, 2009 - Leading specialty retailer Talbots (NYSE: TLB) today announced that in an effort to reward and recognize a wider range of customers, it has launched an expanded “Classic Awards” customer loyalty program. Building on the success of its existing...
118 - Merchant Focus Processing, Inc. Launches Reseller Program: R3SELLERS.com
DUBLIN, Ohio-(Business Wire)-January 27, 2009 - Merchant Focus Processing, Inc., a leading provider of merchant payment solutions, is proud to launch the recurring revenue reseller program for Web designers, online billing systems, mail order management solutions, shopping carts, hosting...
119 - Chaparral Motor Sports Upgrades Dynamic Imaging to Fluid Experience, Sees 15% Increase in Online Sales Despite Slowing Economy
SAN FRANCISCO-(Business Wire)-January 27, 2009 - Fluid, Inc., developers of innovative online retail solutions that drive customer conversion and brand loyalty, today announced that Chaparral Motor Sports, the world’s largest motorcycle parts and accessories dealership, has achieved a 15% increase...
120 - Bluefly Wins International Service Excellence Award
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 26, 2009 - Bluefly’s virtual contact center was awarded the International Service Excellence Award at the 2008 International Service Excellence Awards held in Anaheim, CA during the North American Conference on Customer Management. Beating 26 other submissions...
121 - dELiA*s, Inc. Announces Management Change
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 23, 2009 - dELiA*s, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLIA), a direct marketing and retail company comprised of two lifestyle brands primarily targeting girls and young women between the ages of 12 and 19 today announced that Stephen A. Feldman, Chief Financial Officer and Treasurer...
122 - Oriental Trading Company Names Dana Fuller as Chief Operating Officer
OMAHA, Neb.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2009 - Oriental Trading Company, Inc., the nation’s largest direct marketer of party supplies, arts and crafts, toys, and novelties, today announced that Dana Fuller has joined the company as Senior Vice President and Chief Operating Officer. In this new...
123 - ReCORK America Teams With WTN Services® and The Winetasting Network® in Cork Recycling Initiative
NAPA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2009 - WTN Services® and the Winetasting Network® a division of 1-800-FLOWERS.COM® announced today they would participate in ReCORK America's recycling program to reclaim natural cork wine stoppers sold into the world market. There are approximately 13...
124 - Converse (PRODUCT) RED™ Introduces Spring 2009 1HUND(RED) Artists Collections Featuring New Creative from Internationally Celebrated Musicians, Artists and Designers
NORTH ANDOVER, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2009 - Converse debuts an exciting new collection of designs for Spring 2009 in its final installment of 1HUND(RED) Artists footwear, the brand’s unprecedented global curation project designed to support Converse’s partnership with (RED...
125 - Ready, Set, Play! QIO Systems Launches PANiQ, The World’s First Wearable Consumer Electronics Brand
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2009 - QIO Systems, a leader in wearable electronics, today announced the launch of its PANiQ wearable electronics system. PANiQ is the world’s first wearable consumer electronics brand and allows people to decide which consumer electronics devices they want to...
126 - Ernie Deyle Joins SD Retail Consulting to Lead Expansion of Shrink Reduction and Margin Recovery Practice.
NORTHBROOK, Ill.-(Business Wire)-January 22, 2009 - SD Retail Consulting (formerly Senn Delaney Retail Consulting) today announced the appointment of retail shrink and loss prevention veteran, Ernie Deyle, to head the firm’s Shrink Reduction and Margin Recovery practice. Mr. Deyle had previously...
127 - Demandware and FitForCommerce Offer Retailers Advice on Fine-Tuning their eCommerce Strategies for a Tough Economy
WOBURN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 21, 2009 - Demandware, developer of the only enterprise-class on-demand ecommerce platform, will host a webinar with FitForCommerce, a leading ecommerce consulting firm. Together, the companies will offer retailers actionable advice on fine-tuning their...
128 - Merchant Focus Processing, Inc Names Nathan England VP Reseller Marketing
DUBLIN, Ohio-(Business Wire)-January 20, 2009 - Merchant Focus Processing, Inc, a leading provider of merchant payment solutions for successful eCommerce, retail, mail order and mobile businesses, has appointed Nathan England to the position of Vice President of Reseller Marketing. Mr. England...
129 - Animal Wellness Magazine Awards Dog-Wa Liquid Pet Supplement ‘Seal of Approval,’ Naming Healthy Concentrate as “Product Pick”
LAS VEGAS & ORLANDO, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2009 - Dog-Wa, a liquid concentrate that provides dogs with essential vitamins and nutrients from leafy greens needed to create a well-balanced diet, has been awarded the prestigious “Animal Wellness Seal of Approval” and named a...
130 - College/University Association Presents ‘Most Valuable Person 2008’ Award to Vector Marketing Campus Relations Manager
CARLSBAD, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 15, 2009 - Cadence Barr, Campus Relations Manager for Vector Marketing Corporation’s western region, was presented the “Most Valuable Person 2008” award from the Mountain/Pacific Association of Colleges and Employers (MPACE). Barr received the award...
131 - Golfsmith Announces Fourth Quarter 2008 Sales Results
AUSTIN, Texas-(Business Wire)-January 14, 2009 - Golfsmith International Holdings, Inc., (NASDAQ: GOLF) today announced sales results for the fourth quarter fiscal 2008 ended January 3, 2009. Fourth Quarter/Fiscal 2008 Sales Results: For the 14 weeks ended January 3, 2009 net revenues declined...
132 - The Plow & Hearth Campaign to Reforest America Reaching Greater Heights
MADISON, Va.-(Business Wire)-January 13, 2009 - The Plow & Hearth® Campaign to Reforest Americasm, a yearlong effort to plant one million new trees in forests across the country, has reached the halfway point. Launched last September in collaboration with the National Forest Foundation and in...
133 - Make a Statement: Give a lia sophia Valentine
WOOD DALE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - (Grassroots Newswire) Some may think the idea of giving a loved one jewelry for Valentine's Day is a bit cliché, but female adornments like earrings, necklaces, bracelets and rings will never be outdated. Bonni Davis, vice president of sales for...
134 - Hagemeyer North America Launches 2009-2010 Electrical MRO Products Catalog
CHARLESTON, S.C.-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - Hagemeyer North America introduces its 2009-2010 Electrical Products catalog. This full-color, 642-page catalog is the first full line E-MRO products catalog produced by Hagemeyer NA and features 12,845 electrical products from more than 100...
135 - Party City to Go Live with Tomax® Retail Analytics Solution
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - Tomax is pleased to announce the planned go-live of its Retail Analytics solution, powered by PivotLink, at Party City. Party City is the largest party goods retailer in the United States, operating over 750 corporate and franchised locations. “Combining...
136 - Patricia Seybold Group Recognizes Demandware as the Leading On-Demand eCommerce Platform
WOBURN, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - In a recent report, Patricia Seybold Group (PSG) concludes that Demandware, developer of the only enterprise-class on-demand ecommerce platform, has the leading on-demand ecommerce software offering. Authored by Patricia Seybold Group’s Senior...
137 - Varier USA Reports Robust Sales amidst Sluggish Furniture Sector
NEEDHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - Variér USA, exclusive importer of Varier Furniture reports robust US sales for 4th quarter, 2008. Varier looks forward to the trend continuing and expects solid double digit growth in 2009, fueled in part by the return of their iconic chair, the...
138 - Cabela’s Hits the Customer Bullseye with SAS®
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - Outdoor enthusiasts trust Cabela’s, the world’s largest direct marketer of hunting, fishing, camping and related outdoor gear, to outfit them for success in the field. Cabela’s puts its trust in SAS, the leader in business analytics, to outfit them...
139 - Teva Solidifies Management Team with New Global Marketing Director
GOLETA, Calif.-(Business Wire)-January 12, 2009 - Teva® (a division of Deckers Outdoor Corporation NASDAQGS: DECK) is proud to announce the hiring of Joel Heath as Global Marketing Director. Heath is the 4th addition to Teva’s Management Team within the last 10 months. Heath joins a team that...
140 - NexCen Brands Receives Nasdaq Delisting Notice
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 10, 2009 - NexCen Brands, Inc. (NASDAQ: NEXC) today announced that the Nasdaq Listing and Hearing Review Council (the “Listing Council”) has withdrawn its call for review and stay of delisting associated with the September 2, 2008 decision of the Nasdaq Listing...
141 - Coach Revises Second Quarter Earnings Expectations to Approximately $0.67, About 3% Below Prior Year’s $0.69
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Coach, Inc., (NYSE: COH), a leading marketer of modern classic American accessories, announced that it is lowering its earnings expectations for the second fiscal quarter ended December 27, 2008 to approximately $0.67 per share. This level is below last...
142 - Office Depot And M.H. Alshaya Co. Sign Franchise Agreement
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Office Depot (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, together with M.H. Alshaya Co. (“Alshaya”), an international retailer operating over 40 international franchise brands throughout the Middle East, Eastern Europe...
143 - Business Wire Retail Report On December 2008 Retail Sales Figures
NEW YORK-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Business Wire's Monthly Retail Report is available on the day that retail sales figures for the previous month's sales are announced by the various retailers nationwide, usually the first Thursday of each month. The Retail Report is based on information...
144 - The State of Delaware Extends Office Supplies Contract with Office Depot
DELRAY BEACH, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Office Depot® (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, today announced that the Company’s contract for office supplies with the State of Delaware has been extended. The extended contract enables Office Depot to...
145 - Ulta Announces Holiday Sales Results
ROMEOVILLE, Ill.-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Ulta Salon, Cosmetics & Fragrance, Inc. (the “Company”) (NASDAQ: ULTA) today announced sales results for the seven-week holiday period from November 16, 2008 to January 3, 2009. This time period corresponds with the Company’s holiday...
146 - Bakers Footwear Reports 3.4% Comparable Store Sales Increase in December 2008
ST. LOUIS-(Business Wire)-January 8, 2009 - Bakers Footwear Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: BKRS), a leading specialty retailer of moderately priced fashion footwear for young women, with 240 stores open, reported December 2008 sales. For December, the five-week period ended January 3, 2009, comparable store...
147 - Replacements.com Grows Web Traffic by 13.5 Percent During December
GREENSBORO, N.C.-(Business Wire)-January 7, 2009 - Despite a turbulent December for many retailers, Replacements, Ltd. experienced a record number of visits to the company’s Web site. For the first time ever, customer visits to www.replacements.com exceeded three million in a calendar month, up...
148 - New Year, New Economy, New Rules: nFinanSe’s Revolutionary Reloadable Prepaid Card Poised to Wean Consumers Away from Credit Cards, Could Save Consumers $500 Million Annually Over Competing Prepaid Cards
TAMPA, Fla.-(Business Wire)-January 7, 2009 - Today, nFinanSe (OTCBB:NFSE) announced that it has launched the industry’s lowest cost reloadable prepaid debit card. The Company believes the nFinanSe Discover® Network Reloadable Prepaid Card is revolutionary, with industry-leading low fees and rich...
149 - Cabela’s to Present at the Eleventh Annual ICR XChange Conference
SIDNEY, Neb.-(Business Wire)-January 6, 2009 - Cabela’s Incorporated (NYSE: CAB), the World’s Foremost Outfitter® of hunting, fishing and outdoor gear, announced today that management will present on January 14, 2009, at the Eleventh Annual ICR XChange Conference at the St. Regis Monarch...
150 - Talbots Completes the Conversion of $150 Million of Its Uncommitted Working Capital Lines to Committed Lines
HINGHAM, Mass.-(Business Wire)-January 5, 2009 - The Talbots, Inc. (NYSE: TLB) today announced that it has entered into revolving credit agreements with Mizuho Corporate Bank, Ltd; Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation; and The Norinchukin Bank to convert each of their existing uncommitted working...
151 - State of Florida, Department of Health Purchases Concenex Unified Customer Interaction Platform, “Montage™”
SUNRISE, Florida-(Business Wire)-January 5, 2009 - Concenex, a leading provider of call center solutions, announces the State of Florida, Department of Health has selected “Montage™”, the company’s unified customer interaction and communications platform. The State of Florida, Department...
152 - Leading Online Marketer of Education Technology Products Journey Education Marketing, Inc. Acquires Academic Superstore, LLP
Journey Education Marketing, Inc. (JEM), the leading multi-channel software marketer to K-12 and post-secondary education, announced today that it has acquired Austin-based Academic Superstore, one of the fastest-growing, education-focused e-tailers in North America. Academic Superstore and its...
153 - RR Donnelley Acquires the Assets of Chilean Web Printer PROSA
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-January 2, 2009 - R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (NYSE: RRD) announced today that it has acquired the assets of PROSA, a Chilean web printing company located in Santiago, from Copesa (Consorcio Periodístico de Chile) for a cash consideration of approximately $23.5...
154 - Diatect International Shareholder Update from Chairman and CEO Patrick Carr
HEBER CITY, Utah-(Business Wire)-December 30, 2008 - Diatect International Corporation (OTCBB:DTCT), a provider of eco-friendly organic insect control products, issued this letter today to its shareholders and stakeholders to provide an update on significant business activities at the company. To...
155 - RR Donnelley Awarded $100 Million Multi-Year Catalog Agreement by Cornerstone Brands
CHICAGO-(Business Wire)-December 24, 2008 - R.R. Donnelley & Sons Company (NYSE: RRD) announced today that it has been awarded a multi-year $100 million agreement by Cornerstone Brands, an operating unit of HSN, Inc. (Nasdaq :HSNi), a leading interactive multi-channel retailer. Under the terms...
156 - DRYCLEAN USA Receives Tender Offer
MIAMI-(Business Wire)-December 24, 2008 - DRYCLEAN USA, Inc. (AMEX:DCU) (listed New York Stock Exchange Alternext, formerly the American Stock Exchange, under the symbol “DCU”) announced that it received a proposal today from members of the Steiner family, the principal stockholders of the...
157 - Singing Machine Announces Former CEO Eddie Steele is Back With Company
COCONUT CREEK, Fla.-(Business Wire)-December 23, 2008 - The Singing Machine Company (“Singing Machine” or the “Company”)(AMEX:SMD) proudly announces that it has worked out a deal with former Singing Machine CEO, Eddie Steele, which would bring Steele back to the Company he founded. Steele...
158 - 4imprint Releases New Blue PaperSM on Attracting Your Ideal Customer
OSHKOSH, Wis.-(Business Wire)-December 23, 2008 - Who is your ideal customer? Are you using the right signals to attract them? Or, do your existing services or experiences send the wrong message? These questions are the topic of a new Blue PaperSM (4imprint’s version of a white paper) titled...
159 - Office Depot Named ‘Best Place To Purchase Office Supplies’ by Arkansas Business Magazine
BOCA RATON, Fla.-(Business Wire)-December 18, 2008 - Office Depot (NYSE:ODP), a leading global provider of office products and services, today announced that it has been named the “Best Place To Purchase Office Supplies” by Arkansas Business magazine. Winners of the “Best of Business Awards...
160 - SHOP.COMTM Adds New Merchants for Holiday Shopping Season
MONTEREY, Calif.-(Business Wire)-December 18, 2008 - SHOP.COM (www.shop.com), the destination comparison shopping engine designed for women, announced today the addition of 24 new merchant partners to its already vast offering of online brands. The latest merchants include Barnes and Noble...
161 - Research and Markets: Vietnam's Exports of Wooden Products Have Increased By More Than 1,000 Percent to an Impressive $2.36 Billion in 2007
DUBLIN, Ireland-(Business Wire)-December 18, 2008 - Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "Vietnam Sourcing Report: Indoor & Outdoor Furniture" report to their offering. Demand for Vietnam-made furniture has seen exponential growth in the past decade. Innovative designs...
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