American Apparel Board Suspends Dov Charney as CEO

The Board of Directors of American Apparel yesterday voted to replace Dov Charney as chairman and notified him of its intent to terminate his employment as president and CEO for cause. It is expected that the termination will be effective following a 30-day cure period required under the terms of Charney’s employment agreement.

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Get Curious About Your Business (Ask ‘Why?’ Three Times)

One of the most valuable practices you can have to build the business you want is to spend some serious thinking time. I don’t mean daydreaming. I don’t mean just being reflective. I mean getting out a pen and paper or your word processor, maybe Google too, and get serious about creating the business that provides both a living and a life.

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Nike’s Team USA World Cup Gear Not Made in the USA

In 2012, Ralph Lauren Corp. got shredded by U.S. politicians—and the public—when it was revealed that the company’s Team USA London Olympics opening ceremony uniforms had been manufactured in China. In response, U.S. Sen. Sherrod Brown introduced the “Wear American Act of 2012,” an effort to ensure that future apparel purchased by the federal government was 100 percent U.S.-made.

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Vitronic Promotional Group Launches New Website

Vitronic Promotional Group, Mason, Ohio, announced the launch of its new website, www.vitronicpromotional.com. New features of the site include enhanced product searches, imprinted order placement, order status checks, image downloads, quote requests and artwork uploads.

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PSL Canada Opens New U.S. Office

PSL Canada, the supplier based in Richmond, British Columbia, announced its expansion into the U.S. with a new office, PSL USA Inc., in City of Industry, Calif. The move follows the company’s recent entries into Eastern Europe and South America.

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Barton Nelson Closed

Barton Nelson has been forced to close by its lenders after 53 years of being in business. The company addressed its customers through a message on its phone system.

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