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Mizuno USA Promotes Mark M. O'Brien to Chief Operating Officer
PR Newswire - Thu Apr 07, 9:35AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global leader in sports footwear, apparel and equipment, has promoted Mark M. O'Brien from Vice President of Brand Management & Marketing to a newly created position of Chief Operating Officer. In this new role, O'Brien will lead business strategy for Mizuno USA, including oversight of Brand, Product and Sales Management. O'Brien will continue to report directly to Bob Puccini, President of Mizuno USA, Inc. and Director of Mizuno Corporation.
Mizuno USA Opens New High-Tech Distribution And Manufacturing Center
PR Newswire - Sat Aug 15, 5:00AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global sporting goods company, has fully transitioned all distribution and manufacturing operations to a new high-tech facility in Barrow County. Designed to support accelerated growth goals in the next five years, the new 520,000-square-foot facility located in Braselton, Ga. significantly increases the current supply chain footprint to fulfill and sustain ongoing business growth, supply chain demand and morphing customer base and consumer buying behavior. The facility also includes all Mizuno golf club manufacturing for the North American market.
Mizuno USA Announces Mark M. O'Brien As New Vice President Of Brand Marketing And Management
PR Newswire - Sat Jun 06, 8:00AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global leader in sports footwear, apparel and equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of 20-year marketing and business veteran Mark M. O'Brien as Vice President of Brand Marketing & Management. O'Brien will lead all of Mizuno USA's marketing efforts and help brand Mizuno as a frontrunner in the increasingly competitive sporting goods environment. O'Brien will report directly to Bob Puccini, President of Mizuno USA, Inc. and Director of Mizuno Corporation.
Sports and Fitness Clothing - Global Strategic Business Report 2015
M2 - Tue Feb 10, 3:42AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9dszm4/sports_and) has announced the addition of the "Sports and Fitness Clothing - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Sports and Fitness Clothing in US$ Million by the following Segments: Sports Apparel, and Fitness Clothing. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2013 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 381 companies including many key and niche players such as: - ASICS Corporation - Anta Sports Products Limited - Bravada International Ltd. - Columbia Sportswear Company - Fila, Ltd. Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Sports and Fitness Clothing: Sporty, Fit and Fine Evolutionary View of Fitness Clothing Market Key Statistical Findings Sizing the Sports & Fitness Clothing Market Economy Slowdown and Outlook Expanding Population and Urbanization Fuels Demand A Discussion on GDP & Spending Habits Expanding Middle Class Population Propels Sales 2. MARKET DYNAMICS Sports Apparel Sees an Image Makeover R&D A Major Determinant of Success in the Industry Managing Value Chain Engenders Cost Competitiveness Companies Restructure Manufacturing Operations Innovation Takes Precedence over Logistics Marketing and Branding The Other Key Differentiators Rise of Performance Apparel Fuelling Efforts on Innovation 3. TRENDS & ISSUES Sports Apparel Trends Versatility and Functionality Key Growth Drivers A Crossover of Casual Wear and Sports Apparel Fashion Conscious Women Trigger Changes in Player Strategies General Apparel Brands Attempt to Enter into Sportswear Demand for Indoor Sportswear Surges Focus on Women's Active Wear Rises Growing Awareness in Consumers about Technical Specifications Intimate Sports Apparel An Emerging Market What's on the Tracks Sport-Specific Apparel Team Sports Apparel Fuelling Growth Performance Apparel A Rising Segment Drivers of the Performance Apparel Market New Age Performance Wear Ecological Performance Apparel A New Trend Performance Outdoor Apparel Spearheads Sports Apparel Demand Moisture Management A New Generation Fiber Trend Sales of Heated Clothing Pick Up, Market Bustles with New Products Sports Coverage on Television A Key Sales Driver Innovations Galore in Snow Sports Apparel Growth of E-Commerce Presents Innumerable Opportunities Internet Features Ranked by Consumer Attraction in Sports Apparel Purchases Fitness Clothing Trends Incessant Technological Innovations Dot Fitness Clothing Market Eco-friendly Fitness Clothing Finds Increasing Takers Blurring Lines between Exercise Wear and Street Wear Yoga Pants Depicting Versatility in Use Fashionable Swimwear Market On-Rise 4. CONSUMER AND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE Men's and Boy's Sportswear Market Sports Apparel Not Just for Sports Trends Key Factors Driving Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market Discount Stores, Sport-Specialty Stores, Chain Stores, Department Stores, Factory Outlets, Specialty Chains, Mailing and Other Specialty Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Developments in the Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market Fashion-Forward Features in Sports Apparel Competition Women's Sportswear Market T-Shirts and Sweatshirts Shorts Slacks Other Garments Women Getting Attracted to TV Sports Children's Sportswear Market Licensed Sports Apparel Market Encouraged by Team Sports Changing Trends in Fabric Manufacturing 5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Competitive Scenario Core Competencies to Excel in Sportswear Market Brand Positioning A Key Competitive Factor Consolidation Activity in the Industry Select Recent Mergers and Acquisitions in the Global Sports Apparel Industry A Review of Select Sportswear Players Nike, Inc. Nike Banks on Emerging Markets and Innovation for Future Growth Novel Approach Helps Nike Rejuvenate Sales in Apparel Segment adidas Group Puma SE Li Ning Company Limited A China-Focused Company Under Armour, Inc Under Armour Eyes Expansion in Overseas Markets Lululemon Athletica Inc LULU A Small yet Expanding Player in the Athletic Apparel Market 6. SELECT TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES Antimicrobial Fibers A Revolutionary Invention in Sports Clothing Sweat Smarter New Apparel from Columbia to Use Sweat to Cool Athlete's Body Power of Monitoring Heart Rate in Apparel Sophistication in Textiles Introduce New Levels of Comfort and Performance Moisture Wicking A Feature Enabled by High-Tech Textile Ultraviolet Protection in Apparel Protecting Outdoor Fitness Enthusiasts Comfort also Emerges as a Major Aspect 7. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Sports Apparel/Sports Clothing Sports Licensed Apparel Select Product Segments Casualwear Leisurewear Activewear Track Suits and Jogging Suits Sports Dresses, Sports Skirts and Sports Trouser Special Sports Suits Skiwear Fitness Clothing An Overview Items in Fitness Clothing 8. RAW MATERIALS OVERVIEW Technological Innovation: Crucial Factor Trends Fiber and Fabrics Textiles Contemporary Sportswear Fabrics Wellkey Gore-Tex Exceltech Cosmopion Sway Spandex 9. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS Body Glove Launches Breathe Reebok India Launches the Studio Collection of Workout Range Nike Rolls Out Light Uniforms for Team USA Kmart Unveils Jillain Micheal's Collection, Impact Tracksmith Introduces New Apparel Products Bend Introduces Organic Bamboo-Based Clothing Range Sol Activewear Launches Range of Active Sports Apparel Adidas Introduces Made in March Uniform System OMsignal Launches Biometric Smartwear T-shirts Champion System Introduces Custom Fitness Range Nike Introduces the 2014 BafanaBafana Jersey Canterbury Introduces Mercury TCR Range of Apparels SportsAddict Introduces a Unique Collection of Apparels Atomic Unveils New Apparel Line Kristy Scrymgeour Unveils Velocio Duke Launches Trendy Active Wear PrAna Unveils Swimwear Range H&M Launches Latest Sports Range Maui Biz Launches a New Fitness Clothing Idea Challenge Family Join Hands with C4 Sports to Introduce New Clothing Collection SODO Unveils New Brand of Premium Sports Apparel ATOMIC Introduces Outwear Range Reebok Introduces Yoga Collection in Partnership with Tara Stiles Trina Turk Introduces Activewear in Partnership with Manhattan Beachwear Devigi Launches Latest Fitness Apparel Range 10. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY Oakville Soccer Club Continues Partnership with INARIA Life Fitness Ventures Inks License Agreement with Amiee Lynn Blackstone Acquires Stake in Outerstuff Bauer Performance Sports Acquires Easton Baseball/Softball UL-Lafayette Signs Deal with Adidas Bauer Performance Undergoes Name Change S&S Activewear Acquires EVA Sportswear Noble Biomaterials and Lululemon Athletica Canada Join Forces for Strategic Alliance Georgia Southern University Signs Deal with Adidas Extreme Sports Company Teams Up with Lucky Seven and Eat Ski Drink Sleep Canadian Olympic Team and Adidas Enter Into a Partnership Southern Miss Signs Deal with Russell Athletic 11. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS ASICS Corporation (Japan) adidas AG (Germany) Reebok International Limited (US) Anta Sports Products Limited (China) Bravada International Ltd. (US) Columbia Sportswear Company (US) Fila, Ltd. (South Korea) Fit Couture, Inc. (US) GK Elite Sportswear (US) Hanesbrands, Inc. (US) Hosa International (China) Kappa (Italy) Li Ning Company Limited (China) lululemon athletica Inc. (Canada) Mizuno Corporation (Japan) Mizuno USA, Inc. (US) Nike, Inc. (US) Performance Sports Group Ltd Patagonia, Inc. (US) Peak Sport Products Co., Ltd. (China) prAna (US) Puma SE (Germany) TerraFrog Clothing Corporation (Canada) The Gap, Inc. (US) Under Armour, Inc. (US) VF Corporation (US) 12. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 381 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 393) The United States (195) Canada (22) Japan (6) Europe (105) France (4) Germany (11) The United Kingdom (42) Italy (22) Spain (4) Rest of Europe (22) Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (55) Latin America (5) Africa (4) Middle East (1) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9dszm4/sports_and
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Mizuno USA Promotes Mark M. O'Brien to Chief Operating Officer
PR Newswire - Thu Apr 07, 9:35AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global leader in sports footwear, apparel and equipment, has promoted Mark M. O'Brien from Vice President of Brand Management & Marketing to a newly created position of Chief Operating Officer. In this new role, O'Brien will lead business strategy for Mizuno USA, including oversight of Brand, Product and Sales Management. O'Brien will continue to report directly to Bob Puccini, President of Mizuno USA, Inc. and Director of Mizuno Corporation.
Mizuno USA Opens New High-Tech Distribution And Manufacturing Center
PR Newswire - Sat Aug 15, 5:00AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global sporting goods company, has fully transitioned all distribution and manufacturing operations to a new high-tech facility in Barrow County. Designed to support accelerated growth goals in the next five years, the new 520,000-square-foot facility located in Braselton, Ga. significantly increases the current supply chain footprint to fulfill and sustain ongoing business growth, supply chain demand and morphing customer base and consumer buying behavior. The facility also includes all Mizuno golf club manufacturing for the North American market.
Mizuno USA Announces Mark M. O'Brien As New Vice President Of Brand Marketing And Management
PR Newswire - Sat Jun 06, 8:00AM CDT
Mizuno USA, a global leader in sports footwear, apparel and equipment, is pleased to announce the appointment of 20-year marketing and business veteran Mark M. O'Brien as Vice President of Brand Marketing & Management. O'Brien will lead all of Mizuno USA's marketing efforts and help brand Mizuno as a frontrunner in the increasingly competitive sporting goods environment. O'Brien will report directly to Bob Puccini, President of Mizuno USA, Inc. and Director of Mizuno Corporation.
Sports and Fitness Clothing - Global Strategic Business Report 2015
M2 - Tue Feb 10, 3:42AM CST
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9dszm4/sports_and) has announced the addition of the "Sports and Fitness Clothing - Global Strategic Business Report" report to their offering. This report analyzes the worldwide markets for Sports and Fitness Clothing in US$ Million by the following Segments: Sports Apparel, and Fitness Clothing. The report provides separate comprehensive analytics for the US, Canada, Japan, Europe, Asia-Pacific, Latin America, and Rest of World. Annual estimates and forecasts are provided for the period 2013 through 2020. Also, a seven-year historic analysis is provided for these markets. Market data and analytics are derived from primary and secondary research. Company profiles are primarily based on public domain information including company URLs. The report profiles 381 companies including many key and niche players such as: - ASICS Corporation - Anta Sports Products Limited - Bravada International Ltd. - Columbia Sportswear Company - Fila, Ltd. Key Topics Covered: I. INTRODUCTION, METHODOLOGY & PRODUCT DEFINITIONS II. EXECUTIVE SUMMARY 1. INDUSTRY OVERVIEW Sports and Fitness Clothing: Sporty, Fit and Fine Evolutionary View of Fitness Clothing Market Key Statistical Findings Sizing the Sports & Fitness Clothing Market Economy Slowdown and Outlook Expanding Population and Urbanization Fuels Demand A Discussion on GDP & Spending Habits Expanding Middle Class Population Propels Sales 2. MARKET DYNAMICS Sports Apparel Sees an Image Makeover R&D A Major Determinant of Success in the Industry Managing Value Chain Engenders Cost Competitiveness Companies Restructure Manufacturing Operations Innovation Takes Precedence over Logistics Marketing and Branding The Other Key Differentiators Rise of Performance Apparel Fuelling Efforts on Innovation 3. TRENDS & ISSUES Sports Apparel Trends Versatility and Functionality Key Growth Drivers A Crossover of Casual Wear and Sports Apparel Fashion Conscious Women Trigger Changes in Player Strategies General Apparel Brands Attempt to Enter into Sportswear Demand for Indoor Sportswear Surges Focus on Women's Active Wear Rises Growing Awareness in Consumers about Technical Specifications Intimate Sports Apparel An Emerging Market What's on the Tracks Sport-Specific Apparel Team Sports Apparel Fuelling Growth Performance Apparel A Rising Segment Drivers of the Performance Apparel Market New Age Performance Wear Ecological Performance Apparel A New Trend Performance Outdoor Apparel Spearheads Sports Apparel Demand Moisture Management A New Generation Fiber Trend Sales of Heated Clothing Pick Up, Market Bustles with New Products Sports Coverage on Television A Key Sales Driver Innovations Galore in Snow Sports Apparel Growth of E-Commerce Presents Innumerable Opportunities Internet Features Ranked by Consumer Attraction in Sports Apparel Purchases Fitness Clothing Trends Incessant Technological Innovations Dot Fitness Clothing Market Eco-friendly Fitness Clothing Finds Increasing Takers Blurring Lines between Exercise Wear and Street Wear Yoga Pants Depicting Versatility in Use Fashionable Swimwear Market On-Rise 4. CONSUMER AND DEMOGRAPHIC PROFILE Men's and Boy's Sportswear Market Sports Apparel Not Just for Sports Trends Key Factors Driving Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market Discount Stores, Sport-Specialty Stores, Chain Stores, Department Stores, Factory Outlets, Specialty Chains, Mailing and Other Specialty Stores (includes corresponding Graph/Chart) Developments in the Men's and Boys' Sportswear Market Fashion-Forward Features in Sports Apparel Competition Women's Sportswear Market T-Shirts and Sweatshirts Shorts Slacks Other Garments Women Getting Attracted to TV Sports Children's Sportswear Market Licensed Sports Apparel Market Encouraged by Team Sports Changing Trends in Fabric Manufacturing 5. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Competitive Scenario Core Competencies to Excel in Sportswear Market Brand Positioning A Key Competitive Factor Consolidation Activity in the Industry Select Recent Mergers and Acquisitions in the Global Sports Apparel Industry A Review of Select Sportswear Players Nike, Inc. Nike Banks on Emerging Markets and Innovation for Future Growth Novel Approach Helps Nike Rejuvenate Sales in Apparel Segment adidas Group Puma SE Li Ning Company Limited A China-Focused Company Under Armour, Inc Under Armour Eyes Expansion in Overseas Markets Lululemon Athletica Inc LULU A Small yet Expanding Player in the Athletic Apparel Market 6. SELECT TECHNOLOGICAL ADVANCES Antimicrobial Fibers A Revolutionary Invention in Sports Clothing Sweat Smarter New Apparel from Columbia to Use Sweat to Cool Athlete's Body Power of Monitoring Heart Rate in Apparel Sophistication in Textiles Introduce New Levels of Comfort and Performance Moisture Wicking A Feature Enabled by High-Tech Textile Ultraviolet Protection in Apparel Protecting Outdoor Fitness Enthusiasts Comfort also Emerges as a Major Aspect 7. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Sports Apparel/Sports Clothing Sports Licensed Apparel Select Product Segments Casualwear Leisurewear Activewear Track Suits and Jogging Suits Sports Dresses, Sports Skirts and Sports Trouser Special Sports Suits Skiwear Fitness Clothing An Overview Items in Fitness Clothing 8. RAW MATERIALS OVERVIEW Technological Innovation: Crucial Factor Trends Fiber and Fabrics Textiles Contemporary Sportswear Fabrics Wellkey Gore-Tex Exceltech Cosmopion Sway Spandex 9. PRODUCT INNOVATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS Body Glove Launches Breathe Reebok India Launches the Studio Collection of Workout Range Nike Rolls Out Light Uniforms for Team USA Kmart Unveils Jillain Micheal's Collection, Impact Tracksmith Introduces New Apparel Products Bend Introduces Organic Bamboo-Based Clothing Range Sol Activewear Launches Range of Active Sports Apparel Adidas Introduces Made in March Uniform System OMsignal Launches Biometric Smartwear T-shirts Champion System Introduces Custom Fitness Range Nike Introduces the 2014 BafanaBafana Jersey Canterbury Introduces Mercury TCR Range of Apparels SportsAddict Introduces a Unique Collection of Apparels Atomic Unveils New Apparel Line Kristy Scrymgeour Unveils Velocio Duke Launches Trendy Active Wear PrAna Unveils Swimwear Range H&M Launches Latest Sports Range Maui Biz Launches a New Fitness Clothing Idea Challenge Family Join Hands with C4 Sports to Introduce New Clothing Collection SODO Unveils New Brand of Premium Sports Apparel ATOMIC Introduces Outwear Range Reebok Introduces Yoga Collection in Partnership with Tara Stiles Trina Turk Introduces Activewear in Partnership with Manhattan Beachwear Devigi Launches Latest Fitness Apparel Range 10. RECENT INDUSTRY ACTIVITY Oakville Soccer Club Continues Partnership with INARIA Life Fitness Ventures Inks License Agreement with Amiee Lynn Blackstone Acquires Stake in Outerstuff Bauer Performance Sports Acquires Easton Baseball/Softball UL-Lafayette Signs Deal with Adidas Bauer Performance Undergoes Name Change S&S Activewear Acquires EVA Sportswear Noble Biomaterials and Lululemon Athletica Canada Join Forces for Strategic Alliance Georgia Southern University Signs Deal with Adidas Extreme Sports Company Teams Up with Lucky Seven and Eat Ski Drink Sleep Canadian Olympic Team and Adidas Enter Into a Partnership Southern Miss Signs Deal with Russell Athletic 11. FOCUS ON SELECT GLOBAL PLAYERS ASICS Corporation (Japan) adidas AG (Germany) Reebok International Limited (US) Anta Sports Products Limited (China) Bravada International Ltd. (US) Columbia Sportswear Company (US) Fila, Ltd. (South Korea) Fit Couture, Inc. (US) GK Elite Sportswear (US) Hanesbrands, Inc. (US) Hosa International (China) Kappa (Italy) Li Ning Company Limited (China) lululemon athletica Inc. (Canada) Mizuno Corporation (Japan) Mizuno USA, Inc. (US) Nike, Inc. (US) Performance Sports Group Ltd Patagonia, Inc. (US) Peak Sport Products Co., Ltd. (China) prAna (US) Puma SE (Germany) TerraFrog Clothing Corporation (Canada) The Gap, Inc. (US) Under Armour, Inc. (US) VF Corporation (US) 12. GLOBAL MARKET PERSPECTIVE IV. COMPETITIVE LANDSCAPE Total Companies Profiled: 381 (including Divisions/Subsidiaries 393) The United States (195) Canada (22) Japan (6) Europe (105) France (4) Germany (11) The United Kingdom (42) Italy (22) Spain (4) Rest of Europe (22) Asia-Pacific (Excluding Japan) (55) Latin America (5) Africa (4) Middle East (1) For more information visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/9dszm4/sports_and
UA: 36.42 (-1.34), VFC: 62.30 (-0.06), COLM: 57.70 (+0.02), HBI: 26.04 (-0.07), LULU: 71.79 (+1.06)
