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OPTIC 2000 & AUSTRALIEGAD LAUNCHED AN ORIGINAL CHALLENGE AT THE GAMERS ASSEMBLY TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF VISUAL IMPAIRMENT

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Glaucoma, Partnership, Shoe, Macular degeneration, OPTIC, Visual impairment, Challenger, Artha

Optic 2000 is committed to supporting the development of technological innovation to help visually impaired people live independently.

Key Points: 
  • Optic 2000 is committed to supporting the development of technological innovation to help visually impaired people live independently.
  • This weekend, Optic 2000 and Artha launched the "Optic 2000 Challenger" challenge with Salim Ejnaïni, the first visually impaired player equipped with an Artha belt, taking on able-bodied players on the famous Trackmania game.
  • This major event was also an opportunity to raise public awareness of visual impairment and the risks of overexposure to screens.
  • The public could also enjoy an inclusive experience with a workshop designed to raise awareness of visual impairment: by wearing special glasses simulating visual problems (macular degeneration, glaucoma, etc.

OPTIC 2000 & AUSTRALIEGAD LAUNCHED AN ORIGINAL CHALLENGE AT THE GAMERS ASSEMBLY TO RAISE PUBLIC AWARENESS OF VISUAL IMPAIRMENT

Retrieved on: 
Friday, April 5, 2024
Glaucoma, Partnership, Shoe, Macular degeneration, OPTIC, Visual impairment, Challenger, Artha

Optic 2000 is committed to supporting the development of technological innovation to help visually impaired people live independently.

Key Points: 
  • Optic 2000 is committed to supporting the development of technological innovation to help visually impaired people live independently.
  • This weekend, Optic 2000 and Artha launched the "Optic 2000 Challenger" challenge with Salim Ejnaïni, the first visually impaired player equipped with an Artha belt, taking on able-bodied players on the famous Trackmania game.
  • This major event was also an opportunity to raise public awareness of visual impairment and the risks of overexposure to screens.
  • The public could also enjoy an inclusive experience with a workshop designed to raise awareness of visual impairment: by wearing special glasses simulating visual problems (macular degeneration, glaucoma, etc.

Two of Kellogg's Iconic Mascots, Tony the Tiger® and Toucan Sam®, Just Dropped Their Very Own, Limited-Edition Crocs™

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Friday, April 5, 2024
Eskimo kiss, Toucan Sam, Walking, Tiger, QR, Shoe, Frosting, Toucan, Optimism, Collection

BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forget just enjoying your cereal, because things are about to get GR-R-REATER than ever before. Today, Tony the Tiger® and Toucan Sam® are taking their star status one step further by teaming up with the iconic global footwear brand, Crocs, to drop a limited-edition shoe – and cereal – collection, to celebrate the duo's legendary roots at the breakfast table and beyond.

Key Points: 
  • BATTLE CREEK, Mich., April 5, 2024 /PRNewswire/ -- Forget just enjoying your cereal, because things are about to get GR-R-REATER than ever before.
  • The cereal boxes will also include a QR code for fans to redeem a free Kellogg's Jibbitz™ charm, inviting them to celebrate the unique designs of each mascot's Crocs.
  • Inspired by their unique personalities, Tony the Tiger's Crocs sandals exude his confidence, optimism, and an effortlessly cool vibe, while Toucan Sam's Crocs clogs capture his playful, fun, and distinctly loopy spirit.
  • Stay in the loop on TikTok and Instagram at @kelloggsfrostedflakes, @frootloops and @crocs.

Destination XL Group, Inc. Reports Fiscal 2023 Fourth Quarter and  Full-Year Financial Results

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Thursday, March 21, 2024
E-commerce, Untuckit, Destination XL Group, Comparable, Tax, Growth, Male, Capital expenditure, History, NOL, Shoe, Investment, Interest, Depreciation, Income tax, DXL, Marketing, Corporation, Security (finance)

Comparable sales for the fourth quarter decreased 10.1% as compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.

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  • Comparable sales for the fourth quarter decreased 10.1% as compared to the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • For the 14-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, total sales were $137.1 million as compared to $143.9 million for the 13-week fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • SG&A expenses for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 were 38.5% of sales, compared with 37.8% in the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.
  • Interest income for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023 was $0.7 million, as compared to interest income of $0.1 million for the fourth quarter of fiscal 2022.

Mountain America Credit Union Partners with Operation Warm to Donate Shoes to Local Children

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Wednesday, March 20, 2024
Operation, Partnership, Shoe, Organization, Hope, Mountain America Credit Union

The shoes were distributed to children by representatives of OWCAP, Mountain America, and Operation Warm.

Key Points: 
  • The shoes were distributed to children by representatives of OWCAP, Mountain America, and Operation Warm.
  • Operation Warm is a national nonprofit dedicated to providing warmth, confidence, and hope for children in need—through the gift of coats and shoes.
  • Since 2019 Mountain America has donated 5,000 coats and 3,000 shoes through their partnership with Operation Warm.
  • “At Mountain America Credit Union, we believe in the power of collaboration to make a meaningful impact in our community,” shares Nathan Anderson, chief operating officer at Mountain America Credit Union.

Albert Pujols Signs With Team Skechers

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Baseball, Department Stores, Sports, Other Retail, Entertainment, Specialty, Celebrity, Fashion, Retail, Footwear, Major League, Season, Cardinal, National League, Run batted in, Shoe, Los Angeles Dodgers, St. Louis Cardinals, Multimedia, NBA, All-star, Gold Glove Award, Major League Baseball

Global footwear brand Skechers introduces some legendary batting power to its lineup by signing former Cardinals and Angels star Albert Pujols as its latest brand ambassador.

Key Points: 
  • Global footwear brand Skechers introduces some legendary batting power to its lineup by signing former Cardinals and Angels star Albert Pujols as its latest brand ambassador.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402522360/en/
    Baseball legend Albert Pujols stars in Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins® campaign.
  • “We know that the appeal of Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins extends beyond age, location or demographic,” added Michael Greenberg, president of Skechers.
  • An award-winning global brand, Skechers leads the industry with comfort technologies including Skechers Hands Free Slip-ins®, Skechers Arch Fit®, Skechers Hyper Burst®, and Skechers Air-Cooled Memory Foam®, among others.

Dr. Scholl’s Shoes Launches Free People Collaboration as Part of Yearlong 100th Anniversary Celebration

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Online Retail, Fashion, Other Retail, Retail, Specialty, Personality, Forest Stewardship Council, CAL, Shoe, Creativity, Multimedia, Collection, Individual, Fashion design

The American heritage fashion footwear brand Dr. Scholl’s Shoes, a Caleres (NYSE:CAL) portfolio brand, is launching a special collaboration with Free People as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations.

Key Points: 
  • The American heritage fashion footwear brand Dr. Scholl’s Shoes, a Caleres (NYSE:CAL) portfolio brand, is launching a special collaboration with Free People as part of its 100th anniversary celebrations.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20240402403152/en/
    Dr. Scholl's Shoes and Free People launch a special collaboration celebrating Dr. Scholl's Shoes 100th anniversary with two reimagined styles of the iconic Original Sandal.
  • (Photo: Business Wire)
    Dr. Scholl’s Shoes x Free People unites two brands that embrace creativity, comfort and original style.
  • Jack Reynolds, Free People’s chief marketing officer said, "It's an honor for Free People to partner with Dr. Scholl’s and celebrate their 100th anniversary.

Kidpik and Nina Footwear Announce Entry Into Definitive Merger Agreement

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Monday, April 1, 2024
Retail, Footwear, Online Retail, Fashion, Growth, NOL, Shoe, PIK, Dogcart, Mining

Kidpik Corp. (NASDAQ: PIK) (“Kidpik”), a kids’ online clothing subscription-based e-commerce company, and Nina Footwear Corp., a private company operating a brand specializing in women’s and kids’ dress shoes and accessories for special occasions (“Nina Footwear”), today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement.

Key Points: 
  • Kidpik Corp. (NASDAQ: PIK) (“Kidpik”), a kids’ online clothing subscription-based e-commerce company, and Nina Footwear Corp., a private company operating a brand specializing in women’s and kids’ dress shoes and accessories for special occasions (“Nina Footwear”), today announced that they have entered into a definitive merger agreement.
  • In connection with the merger, Nina Footwear stockholders will be issued shares of common stock of Kidpik such that upon closing thereof, Nina Footwear’s stockholders will own 80% of Kidpik’s outstanding common stock.
  • Kidpik is controlled by Mr. Ezra Dabah, the Chief Executive Officer, Chairman, and majority stockholder (67% beneficial owner) of Kidpik, who is also the Chief Executive Officer of Nina Footwear.
  • Mr. Dabah and his children own approximately 79.3% of Nina Footwear, and Mr. Dabah and his extended family own 100% of Nina Footwear.

Shoes For Crews® Commences Financial Restructuring to Complete Sale Process and Continue Global Industry Leadership on Stronger Financial Foundation

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Tuesday, April 2, 2024
Office Products, Online Retail, Manufacturing, Travel, Cruise, Supermarket, Specialty, Food, Beverage, Retail, Textiles, Restaurant, Bar, Growth, International, Stalking, Sale, DIP, LLP, Berkeley Research Group, United States bankruptcy court, Bankruptcy, Shoe, Possessive, File, Ropes & Gray

The Company is commencing a court-supervised sale process to “market-check” the Stalking Horse APA and seeks the highest or otherwise best bid for its assets to maximize value for all stakeholders.

Key Points: 
  • The Company is commencing a court-supervised sale process to “market-check” the Stalking Horse APA and seeks the highest or otherwise best bid for its assets to maximize value for all stakeholders.
  • The Company is targeting the sale process to be completed in approximately two months.
  • Shoes For Crews has also filed standard “first day” motions in the Chapter 11 cases, seeking court approval to continue supporting its operations during the court-supervised sale process.
  • Additional information is available through the Company’s claims agent, Omni Agent Solutions, at https://omniagentsolutions.com/ShoesforCrews .

ThredUp’s 12th Annual Resale Report Reveals Resale Grew 15X Faster than Retail in 2023

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Wednesday, March 27, 2024
Software, Online Retail, Internet, Family, Recycling, Sustainability, Specialty, Consumer, Technology, Environment, Fashion, Retail, Women, Online, Kate Spade, Growth, J.Crew, GlobalData, Shoe, Reseller, Multimedia, Government, Parent, Fullbeauty Brands

Conducted by third-party retail analytics firm GlobalData , the 12th annual study serves as the most comprehensive measure of the secondhand market globally and in the U.S., with forward looking projections through 2033.

Key Points: 
  • Conducted by third-party retail analytics firm GlobalData , the 12th annual study serves as the most comprehensive measure of the secondhand market globally and in the U.S., with forward looking projections through 2033.
  • Now in its 12th year, the Resale Report shows some of the most promising signals of what that future could look like with increased levels of support.
  • The U.S. secondhand apparel market grew 7 times faster than the broader retail clothing market in 2023.
  • 52% of retail executives say they’d adopt circular business models if there were government-sponsored financial incentives for doing so.