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Hat World acquires niche retailer Sports Avenue

The deal is Hat World's second acquisition in May.

Posted 05/28/2010Internet RetailerPost a comment

The web plays a bigger role in a rebranding underway at Hat World

As part of a companywide rebranding effort, Hat World is renaming its Impact Sports brand Lids Team Sports. Hat World is also expanding the number of categories and options at the company’s rebranded web site.

Posted 03/29/2010Zak StamborPost a comment

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Genesco announces the final phase of its executive transition

Robert Dennis, president and CEO of Genesco, will assume the additional role of chairman effective April 1.

Posted 03/01/2010Zak StamborPost a comment

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Hat World acquires an online sportswear and accessories chain

Hat World Inc. has acquired Sports Fan-Attic, a multichannel retailer of sportswear and accessories.

Posted 11/09/2009Zak StamborPost a comment

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Genesco promotes Robert Dennis from president to CEO

Robert J. Dennis, president of the multi-channel retailer, will assume the additional role of CEO Aug. 1. Executive chairman and CEO Hal N. Pennington will relinquish his CEO duties.

Posted 06/23/2008Katie DeatschPost a comment

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The Finish Line puts e-commerce on the fast track

E-commerce will play an important role in getting The Finish Line back on track financially, CEO Alan Cohen told Wall Street analysts. The retailer also will shift more advertising money to digital marketing initiatives.

Posted 04/16/2008Bill BriggsPost a comment

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The Finish Line says Genesco is in breach of merger agreement

The Finish Line Inc. says Genesco Inc. has yet to supply the necessary financial records it requires to close their merger. The retailer also wants more access to Genesco’s senior financial staff.

Posted 09/24/2007Don DavisPost a comment