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Read MoreS&S Activewear Promotes National Customer Service Manager
S&S Activewear, Bolingbrook, Ill., has promoted Regina Tuitasi to its corporate team as national customer service manager. Tuitasi has been with S&S since 2010, serving as the manager of its California customer service team, and she has been in the industry since 1996 at the Americana Company prior to the S&S acquisition. Over her long…
Read MoreBoosted Recalls Battery-Powered Skateboards
Lithium ion batteries aren’t just a problem for electronic devices like smartphones and computers. The Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced that Boosted, Mountain View, Calif., is recalling its electric-powered skateboards because the lithium ion battery pack can overheat and smoke, causing a fire hazard. Boosted is recalling this battery-powered skateboard…
Read MorePetty Criminal Behind ‘Hollyweed’ Sign Cashes In with Apparel
Remember when someone put some fabric on the Hollywood sign to make it say “Hollyweed” on New Year’s Day? That guy, Zach Fernandez, who calls himself “Jesushands” on the internet, is raking in some serious cash from “Hollyweed” merchandise. The New York Daily News reported that Hernandez launched an online merchandise shop on Sunday and…
Read MoreUniflex Opens New West Coast Facility
Uniflex, Philadelphia, recently opened a new 20,000 sq. ft. production, warehousing and distribution facility in Portland, Ore. The addition of this location, combined with current warehouses in Los Angeles; Tampa, Fla.; and Philadelphia, allows Uniflex to ship anywhere in the U.S. in two…
Read MoreRoyal Apparel Increases U.S.-Made Stock
Royal Apparel, Hauppauge, N.Y., revealed its strategy for its U.S.-made apparel. Over the last few months, as it saw American Apparel in transition and its uncertain outlook for future production of U.S.-made, Royal Apparel has increased capacities and stock for clients in need of apparel made in the U.S. “Royal Apparel has been manufacturing U.S.-made…
Read MoreSnugZ USA Acquires Soul Kix
SnugZ USA, West Jordan, Utah, announced that it has acquired the assets for Soul Kix, Orem, Utah, a custom printed shoe company. “We are pleased to be acquired by SnugZ, who really has the capacity to grow the business to its full potential,” Terry McEwen, founder of Soul Kix, said in a press release. “SnugZ…
Read MoreThe Sports World Is Mocking the Chargers’ Branding Efforts
It’s not a good time for chargers. After the San Diego Chargers swiftly announced their controversial move up the coast to Los Angeles (a city that already has a football team it barely wants), the team added insult to injury by immediately posting a new logo it would use in Los Angeles. And boy, what…
Read MoreThe 12 Weirdest Trump Inauguration Day Promotions
It’s hard to believe that Donald Trump’s Inauguration Day is almost here. And while many people are focusing on the actual politics, I always have a different angle. Working in this industry, I know one thing is true—it’s all about the promotions. During the election, I took a look at some of the weirdest political…
Read MorePopular Women’s Apparel Retailer Files for Bankruptcy
Recently, the women’s apparel market has experienced some hardships. This past year, American Apparel declared bankruptcy, and eventually Gildan Activewear purchased the company. Now, another popular retailer, The Limited, just declared bankruptcy. According to USA Today,…
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