Garmont North America, a full service subsidiary of Garmont
International S.R.L. in Montebelluna, Italy, has appointed Ben Palliser
as Director of Sales reporting to the Chief Executive Officer, Bill
Dodge. Garmont opened its North American facilities near the seat of the
White Mountains in New Hampshire, a location filled with mountain
culture true to the spirit of the brand. Both milestones mark the
continued momentum for Garmont as it re-introduces itself in the North
American market, with a compelling new product line for 2015 and beyond.
“We have a strong opportunity to start fresh with a trusted premium
brand,” notes Dodge. “We are passionate about bringing the energy of
Garmont to mountain athletes here in North America. With Ben Palliser
leading our sales efforts we will focus on developing an effective and
mutually beneficial relationship with specialty retail stores.”
Ben Palliser has strong experience in outdoor footwear and apparel
with a proven track record in sell-in and sell-through strategies with
specialty retail. Prior to Garmont, Palliser was Director of Sales at
Nikwax North America responsible for sales strategy, product launches,
merchandising programs and business development. In addition, his sales
agency background includes managing direction for key accounts including
REI, EMS, Amazon, Forzani, MEC and Cabela’s. Prior to sales management,
Ben worked at several notable outdoor and athletic brands including
Merrell, Patagonia and New Balance.
“I am ecstatic to join Garmont and to showcase our amazing fit and
quality with outdoor retailers and enthusiasts,” said Palliser. “We have
a compelling story to tell that is both unique and relevant at
specialty retail.”
In November, Garmont International named Bill Dodge as CEO of the
North American subsidiary. Dodge has a strong history with performance
footwear leading Salomon from its launch to a dominant position in North
America and later serving as VP of Global Product Design and
Development at Merrell. Over the last five months, Dodge has
established Garmont’s North American offices and operations. Now with
Ben Palliser at the helm of their sales efforts, they have laid the
groundwork for a brand and product strategy to guide the future of
Garmont North America.
Palliser has begun assembling a strong team of sales agencies
throughout the U.S. and Canada. If your sales group is interested in
representing Garmont, please reach out to ben.palliser@garmontnorthamerica.com.
About Garmont
With 50 years of mountain culture, Garmont is a
performance footwear brand committed to creating premium shoes and boots
for alpine adventures. Garmont believes innovation is defined by the
meaningful selection of the best quality components and constructions,
all built into designs that enhance fit and movement in support of your
mountain experiences. Expand Your World. Power Your Will.
www.garmontnorthamerica.com. 1-844-GARMONT.
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29/04/2015
MRPORTER.COM, the award-winning global retail destination for men's style, will launch a new athletic and performance category titled MR PORTER SPORT
LONDON, April 28, 2015 -- MR PORTER SPORT will offer customers in more than 170 countries an edited selection of the best and most stylish in performance gear from 25-plus brands across nine disciplines -- including running, cycling, tennis, golf, training, outdoor, swimming, sailing and overall fitness accessories. More than 15 new and around 10 existing brands will be introduced to MR PORTER SPORT, and will occupy a dedicated section on the site. New brands include: Arc'teryx, APL, Condor, Newton, 2XU, Castelli, Fizik, Brooks England, Boast, RLX, TriggerPoint, Suunto, Oakley, Matuse and Arena. Existing brands are: Nike, Iffley Road, Cafe du Cycliste, Lacoste, Patagonia, Musto Sailing, Musto Shooting, Peter Millar and Sperry.
"We are excited to launch MR PORTER SPORT, a dedicated area within MRPORTER.COM that is focused on sport, performance and style. We know that sport and fitness are integral to our customers' interests and day-to-day lives, so beyond offering the best in men's fashion, we want to offer our global audience the best in men's sports apparel as well. In keeping with our ethos of editing only the best brands within each category, we have chosen our sport brands based primarily on their technical performance properties, but also for their style," says Mr Toby Bateman, Buying Director, MRPORTER.COM.
MR PORTER SPORT will launch additional disciplines and brands throughout the year, including ski and surf. The initial offering will cover more than 150 new products on the site. http://www.mrporter.com/sport
MR PORTER launched in February 2011 and has established itself as the award-winning global retail destination for men's style, combining unparalleled product offering from the world's best menswear brands including Brioni, Givenchy, Gucci, Lanvin, ACNE, Burberry Prorsum, Paul Smith, Slowear, and Saint Laurent, and unmatched content through its weekly online magazine, THE JOURNAL, and its bi-monthly broad print newspaper, The MR PORTER Post. The business added grooming in 2013 which currently features over 32 specialist brands, and the category of fine watches in 2014.
A year later, MR PORTER SPORT – a dedicated sport and performance category that encompasses technical and stylish wares suited to nine disciplines was introduced. Service is paramount to MR PORTER with express worldwide shipping to more than 170 countries (including same-day delivery to New York and London and next day delivery to the UK, US, Germany, and France), a seamless shopping experience across mobile, tablet, desktop, email and telephone, signature white and black packaging, easy returns and a multi-lingual Customer Care and Personal Shopping team that are available 24/7, 365 days a year. www.mrporter.com
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"We are excited to launch MR PORTER SPORT, a dedicated area within MRPORTER.COM that is focused on sport, performance and style. We know that sport and fitness are integral to our customers' interests and day-to-day lives, so beyond offering the best in men's fashion, we want to offer our global audience the best in men's sports apparel as well. In keeping with our ethos of editing only the best brands within each category, we have chosen our sport brands based primarily on their technical performance properties, but also for their style," says Mr Toby Bateman, Buying Director, MRPORTER.COM.
MR PORTER SPORT will launch additional disciplines and brands throughout the year, including ski and surf. The initial offering will cover more than 150 new products on the site. http://www.mrporter.com/sport
MR PORTER launched in February 2011 and has established itself as the award-winning global retail destination for men's style, combining unparalleled product offering from the world's best menswear brands including Brioni, Givenchy, Gucci, Lanvin, ACNE, Burberry Prorsum, Paul Smith, Slowear, and Saint Laurent, and unmatched content through its weekly online magazine, THE JOURNAL, and its bi-monthly broad print newspaper, The MR PORTER Post. The business added grooming in 2013 which currently features over 32 specialist brands, and the category of fine watches in 2014.
A year later, MR PORTER SPORT – a dedicated sport and performance category that encompasses technical and stylish wares suited to nine disciplines was introduced. Service is paramount to MR PORTER with express worldwide shipping to more than 170 countries (including same-day delivery to New York and London and next day delivery to the UK, US, Germany, and France), a seamless shopping experience across mobile, tablet, desktop, email and telephone, signature white and black packaging, easy returns and a multi-lingual Customer Care and Personal Shopping team that are available 24/7, 365 days a year. www.mrporter.com
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Newly Launched GogglePal Brings Augmented Reality to the Slopes with Announcement of Crowdfunding Campaign
The future of wearable technology uses augmented reality to merge the real world with the digital world
SAN JOSE, Calif. – Silicon Valley-based AR Devices unveils GogglePal, the next generation of wearable technology for skiers and snowboarders. The announcement of the world’s first universally mountable augmented reality heads-up display for goggles comes in conjunction with the launch of a Kickstarter campaign to fund this industry-changing technology.
Bringing wearable tech and augmented reality (AR) to the snowsports world like never before, the small and lightweight GogglePal magnetically attaches to the lower corner of a user’s goggle lens allowing them to track speed, vertical, degrees of rotation, calories burned, time, location and direction, all in real-time. Not only does this game-changing device track useful statistics, it also connects skiers and riders with their friends so they can participate in a virtual treasure hunt anywhere on the mountain.
The free iOS GogglePal app organizes user’s information for easy viewing and sharing of their stats so people can track their improvement over the course of a day or season. The app also allows friends to challenge one another and share their supreme mountain skills with the world!
To fund further development of this innovative product GogglePal has launched a 30-day Kickstarter campaign. Visit the newly launched page at Kickstarter.com to learn more about:
– What you can do with GogglePal
– How it works
– Backer rewards
– History of development
- Planned production timeline
“GogglePal is inspired by the belief that augmented reality and wearable technology are the future of the outdoor industry,” said David Shao, CEO and founder of AR Devices. “GogglePal transforms a user’s on-mountain experience with real time data and the ability to bring fitness and performance tracking to the mountain at an attainable price point.”
GogglePal, with its patented universal-mount technology, is the first product of its kind to work with any goggle. This significantly lowers the price point ($100 vs. $1,000) allowing tech-loving skiers and riders to bring wearable technology and AR to the mountain. Users will not only be able to take their performance to the next level, but will be able to share, communicate and game with their community.
For more information on GogglePal’s Campaign, and to view their latest video, visit their Kickstarter page at Kickstarter.com.
About AR Devices
In 2014 AR Devices was created by a team of engineers and avid skiers. With a strong belief that augmented reality and wearable technology is the future of adventure sports, they created the world’s first universally mounted augmented reality heads-up display, GogglePal. Based in the heart of Silicon Valley, GogglePal is dedicated to professionally designed personal electronic devices. GogglePal.com
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Speedo USA wins Platinum in A' Sports Equipment Design Awards
Nemesis Fins by Speedo USA wins Platinum A' Design Award in Sports, Entertainment and Recreation Equipment Design Competition
More on Nemesis Fins
Speedo USA, the creative team behind the awarded Sports Equipment project Nemesis Fins explained, “The Nemesis Fin will become your greatest ally in the pool. The most comfortable fin on the market, with ergonomic foot pocket features and floating properties, which elevate the hips and feet into an improved streamline body position.” Learn more and download high-resolution photos at: https://competition.adesignaward.com/design.php?ID=40832
Team Members for Nemesis Fins
Nemesis Fins was designed by I.D. Workshop: Don Reardon, Damon Clegg, Speedo: Kathleen Davis, Craig Stiff and Barry McGeough.
The Platinum A' Design Award
The Platinum A' Design Award is a prestigious award given to the top 1% percentile designs that have achieved an exemplary level of perfection in design. Entries to the A' Design Award & Competition are peer reviewed and anonymously voted by a 50-person jury panel consisting of academics, press members and design professionals. Designs that receive the highest scores are announced as winners after criteria based voting. Laureates of the A' Design Award & Competition are granted a series of public relations and publicity services such as inclusion in World Design Rankings, publicity through partnering design magazines in order to celebrate the status of winning the accolades. Laureates are also invited to attend the exhibition and gala-night in Italy in order to receive their trophies, design excellence certificates and the yearbook annuals.
About A' Design Award and Competition
The A' Design Award & Competition is the Worlds' most international design accolade, annually receiving entries from all countries. Within the last decade years designers, brands, companies and architects from all major countries were awarded with an A' Design Award. The A' Design Award aims to create a global awareness for good design practices and principles by highlighting the very best design works, in order to push product manufacturers, designers and service providers worldwide to come up with superior designs that benefit society.
To learn more about the A' Design Awards, visit: http://www.designaward.com
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Yamaha Motor Launch Pakistan Motorcycle Manufacturing Base, Gearing up for the Expanding South Asia Motorcycle Market
Launch ceremony held on April 27 |
The new factory, with a total floor area of 17,000 m2, was built on a 20,000 m2 piece of land in the Bin Qasim industrial park in Karachi City, and commenced operation with approximately 200 employees. In 2015, the first year of production, the new factory is expected to produce 30,000 units, and will target the production between 300,000 to 400,000 units by 2020.
Yamaha Motor formed a joint venture with Pakistan-based company Dawood in 1975, and this company have been undertaking manufacturing and sales of Yamaha-branded motorcycles in the country. The joint venture came to a close in 2008, with Dawood continuing to manufacture and sell Yamaha-branded motorcycles until June 2012 as per the technical support agreement. Since then, Yamaha Motor has been seeking to reestablish its Pakistan base independently, and formed YMPK in 2013, which then led to the launch of the new factory.
The current population in Pakistan is 180 million, and is expected to reach 200 million by 2020. The vigorous consumption that has accompanied this population increase has aided the country's motorcycle market in reaching 1.65 million units in 2014. Furthermore, it is expected to exceed 3 million units by 2020.
Yamaha Motor's establishment of a new company and factory represents the company's reentry into the Pakistani motorcycle market, and is part of the business scale expansion set out in Yamaha Motor's new medium-term management plan.
Overview of Yamaha Motor Pakistan
Company Name | : | Yamaha Motor Pakistan (Private) Ltd. | |||
Location | : | Karachi City, Sindh Province, Pakistan | |||
Established | : | March 26, 2013 | |||
Factory Launch Date | : | April 27, 2015 | |||
Representative | : | Managing Director Yasushi Ito | |||
Capital | : | 5.3 billion Pakistani rupees (approx. 6.2 billion Japanese yen) *Converted at a rate of 1 rupee = 1.17 Japanese yen |
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Equity | : | Yamaha Motor Co., Ltd. 100% | |||
Business Operations | : | Manufacturing and sale of motorcycles | |||
No. of Employees | : | Approx. 200 | |||
Production Capacity | : | 40,000 units in 2015 2020 (outlook): 400,000 units |
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NAUTIQUE AND RHINO PARTNER TO OPEN DESIGN CENTER IN EL SALVADOR
ORLANDO, FLA
(April 27, 2015) – Nautique and Rhino, the vendor that supplies
Nautique’s primary design software, have partnered to help open a design
center in an El Salvador school ran by the Hamilton family in
Ahuachapan.
Nautique designers’ introduction of design at the El Salvador school, through the use of Rhino software, happened on a recent “Nautique Cares” service trip to El Salvador. This sparked an interest in students, which lead to donations of several computers and software licenses to start the design center. Andres and Jackie Gonzalez, of Rhino software, made a huge positive difference on this project by donating 30 software licenses, donating a new projector, and providing classes to the teacher who will be leading the design center.
In addition Rhino is offering to set up the school as an accredited Rhino Fab Studio, which will add significant credibility to the school and lead to job opportunities for the students. This new design center would not be possible without Gus Ramirez who is graciously funding the new building.
The Hamilton’s are in the final stages of having the Design High School Program accredited which will allow students to graduate with a technical high school diploma. To date there are thirty-eight students enrolled in the design program and this vision has already begun to change the lives of students and the education system.
“My wife is from El Salvador and we have been wanting to help make a difference in that country. When I heard that Nautique’s Chief Designer had used Rhino software to create an art feature in the new school library in El Salvador and that the same school was a great prospect for a Rhino design center I knew how I could help make a difference,” said Andres Gonzalez part owner of McNeel Miami that produces Rhino 3D Software. “I am thrilled to see these initial thirty-eight students kick off the design school and it is satisfying to know that in the years ahead hundreds of students in El Salvador will learn valuable skills they can use to transform their lives and families.”
Nautique designers’ introduction of design at the El Salvador school, through the use of Rhino software, happened on a recent “Nautique Cares” service trip to El Salvador. This sparked an interest in students, which lead to donations of several computers and software licenses to start the design center. Andres and Jackie Gonzalez, of Rhino software, made a huge positive difference on this project by donating 30 software licenses, donating a new projector, and providing classes to the teacher who will be leading the design center.
In addition Rhino is offering to set up the school as an accredited Rhino Fab Studio, which will add significant credibility to the school and lead to job opportunities for the students. This new design center would not be possible without Gus Ramirez who is graciously funding the new building.
The Hamilton’s are in the final stages of having the Design High School Program accredited which will allow students to graduate with a technical high school diploma. To date there are thirty-eight students enrolled in the design program and this vision has already begun to change the lives of students and the education system.
“My wife is from El Salvador and we have been wanting to help make a difference in that country. When I heard that Nautique’s Chief Designer had used Rhino software to create an art feature in the new school library in El Salvador and that the same school was a great prospect for a Rhino design center I knew how I could help make a difference,” said Andres Gonzalez part owner of McNeel Miami that produces Rhino 3D Software. “I am thrilled to see these initial thirty-eight students kick off the design school and it is satisfying to know that in the years ahead hundreds of students in El Salvador will learn valuable skills they can use to transform their lives and families.”
Nautique, a subsidiary of Correct Craft, continues to expand the
Nautique Cares initiatives that are having a significant impact around
the world. This includes helping serve both our local community and
taking employees on service trips around the world. Over the last
several years Nautique employees have travelled to El Salvador, India,
Ethiopia, Kenya, Uganda, Dominican Republic, Nicaragua, Guatemala,
Mexico and the Apache reservation in Arizona.
“Our team never imagined the domino effect that our service trip to El Salvador last July would create and we couldn’t be more excited about the design center and how it will change lives not only for the students but their families as well,” said Correct Craft CEO Bill Yeargin. “Truly, our company is blessed to have the best employees, vendors, and dealers who have helped us create and shape what Nautique Cares is all about,” added Yeargin.
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“Our team never imagined the domino effect that our service trip to El Salvador last July would create and we couldn’t be more excited about the design center and how it will change lives not only for the students but their families as well,” said Correct Craft CEO Bill Yeargin. “Truly, our company is blessed to have the best employees, vendors, and dealers who have helped us create and shape what Nautique Cares is all about,” added Yeargin.
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28/04/2015
Kaenon Announces Release of the Gold Coast Collection
Newport Beach Eyewear Company Continues to Push Aesthetic Envelope
NEWPORT BEACH, CA--(April 27, 2015) - In an effort to continually push its own aesthetic boundaries, California-based sunglass brand Kaenon announces the launch of the Gold Coast Collection, a capsule collection amongst several product releases occurring in 2015.
"The Gold Coast Collection is inspired by the way we live," said Kaenon's co-founder and CEO Steve Rosenberg. "When we assign colors and finishing treatments to our frames, we look for inspiration. In this case, it came from the evening glass off. The Gold Coast Collection embodies the setting sun and color explosion on the water and in the sky that typifies an evening surf session and that experience felt when those magical colors meet up with the dark, textured sand. This color combination was inspired by those peaceful, memorable moments during that golden hour on the coast."
The Gold Coast Collection comprises some of Kaenon's more popular active lifestyle frames: Pintail, Clarke, Lewi and Jetty, each featuring a lightly-textured, matte-finished dark brown frame color and polarized SR-91® brown 12 (B12) lenses with a subtle gold flash mirror finish.
Kaenon's emphasis on quality aesthetics and frame construction adds to the Collection's value. Each frame is designed in California, made in Italy, and engineered to house the company's proprietary SR-91 polarized lens technology. SR-91 surpasses industry standards in clarity, glare reduction, detail definition, color saturation, UV protection and impact resistance, all delivered in an extremely lightweight package. The golden sunset reflection that radiates off each lens matches the overall artistic presentation of the collection.
"We always start and end our story with superior lens technology," says Rosenberg, "in between, we focus on great design, with fresh and inspiring finishes that in turn, are meant to excite, inspire and satisfy our customers."
Further enhancing the Gold Coast Collection experience, Kaenon has created unique packaging that reinforces the brand's position towards unique, quality construction and aesthetics, rooted in lifestyle and functionality. Along with a Kaenon branded hard case, each sunglass comes with a custom designed sublimated microfiber bag exclusive to the Gold Coast Collection that doubles as a storage pouch and cleaning cloth.
The Gold Coast Collection is available at authorized Kaenon retailers and www.Kaenon.com. Get in on the Kaenon lifestyle by following on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter.
About Kaenon
Founded in Newport Beach in 2001 by brothers Steve and Darren Rosenberg, Kaenon is an independent, California-based eyewear brand that designs, produces and distributes high-performance polarized sunglasses along with ophthalmic products. Filling a void in the marketplace, Kaenon revolutionized the industry with its proprietary SR-91® lens material. The industry's first and only uncompromising polarized lens now proudly displays a discrete laser engraved SR-91 Mark of Authentication, a signature design element validating each new sunglass as a genuine SR-91 Kaenon polarized lens. Kaenon's superior polarized lenses have the visual clarity of glass with shatter resistance and high-mass impact protection, purpose-built lens tints, light transmission levels, all in an extremely lightweight package. Designed in California and hand-painted in Italy, Kaenon frames come from the highest levels of design artistry. Built on the motto, "never compromise" -- innovation in design, engineering and technology continue to be at the core of the brand. Kaenon is sold online and at specialty retailers throughout North America and select locations around the world. All Kaenon sunglasses are available in prescription in both single vision and digitally surfaced progressive.
For more information about Kaenon, please visit www.kaenon.com.
Kaenon. Never Compromise.
SOURCE: Kaenon through Marketwired by press release ©
NEWPORT BEACH, CA--(April 27, 2015) - In an effort to continually push its own aesthetic boundaries, California-based sunglass brand Kaenon announces the launch of the Gold Coast Collection, a capsule collection amongst several product releases occurring in 2015.
"The Gold Coast Collection is inspired by the way we live," said Kaenon's co-founder and CEO Steve Rosenberg. "When we assign colors and finishing treatments to our frames, we look for inspiration. In this case, it came from the evening glass off. The Gold Coast Collection embodies the setting sun and color explosion on the water and in the sky that typifies an evening surf session and that experience felt when those magical colors meet up with the dark, textured sand. This color combination was inspired by those peaceful, memorable moments during that golden hour on the coast."
The Gold Coast Collection comprises some of Kaenon's more popular active lifestyle frames: Pintail, Clarke, Lewi and Jetty, each featuring a lightly-textured, matte-finished dark brown frame color and polarized SR-91® brown 12 (B12) lenses with a subtle gold flash mirror finish.
Kaenon's emphasis on quality aesthetics and frame construction adds to the Collection's value. Each frame is designed in California, made in Italy, and engineered to house the company's proprietary SR-91 polarized lens technology. SR-91 surpasses industry standards in clarity, glare reduction, detail definition, color saturation, UV protection and impact resistance, all delivered in an extremely lightweight package. The golden sunset reflection that radiates off each lens matches the overall artistic presentation of the collection.
"We always start and end our story with superior lens technology," says Rosenberg, "in between, we focus on great design, with fresh and inspiring finishes that in turn, are meant to excite, inspire and satisfy our customers."
Further enhancing the Gold Coast Collection experience, Kaenon has created unique packaging that reinforces the brand's position towards unique, quality construction and aesthetics, rooted in lifestyle and functionality. Along with a Kaenon branded hard case, each sunglass comes with a custom designed sublimated microfiber bag exclusive to the Gold Coast Collection that doubles as a storage pouch and cleaning cloth.
The Gold Coast Collection is available at authorized Kaenon retailers and www.Kaenon.com. Get in on the Kaenon lifestyle by following on Facebook, Instagram, Pinterest and Twitter.
About Kaenon
Founded in Newport Beach in 2001 by brothers Steve and Darren Rosenberg, Kaenon is an independent, California-based eyewear brand that designs, produces and distributes high-performance polarized sunglasses along with ophthalmic products. Filling a void in the marketplace, Kaenon revolutionized the industry with its proprietary SR-91® lens material. The industry's first and only uncompromising polarized lens now proudly displays a discrete laser engraved SR-91 Mark of Authentication, a signature design element validating each new sunglass as a genuine SR-91 Kaenon polarized lens. Kaenon's superior polarized lenses have the visual clarity of glass with shatter resistance and high-mass impact protection, purpose-built lens tints, light transmission levels, all in an extremely lightweight package. Designed in California and hand-painted in Italy, Kaenon frames come from the highest levels of design artistry. Built on the motto, "never compromise" -- innovation in design, engineering and technology continue to be at the core of the brand. Kaenon is sold online and at specialty retailers throughout North America and select locations around the world. All Kaenon sunglasses are available in prescription in both single vision and digitally surfaced progressive.
For more information about Kaenon, please visit www.kaenon.com.
Kaenon. Never Compromise.
SOURCE: Kaenon through Marketwired by press release ©
Women’s Health Magazine Awards Hydrapak SoftFlask 2015 Fitness Award
Oakland, CA - Editors at Women’s
Health Magazine recently chose Hydrapak SoftFlasks for one of the
coveted “2015 Fitness Awards” in the May 2015 issue. The publication
named the hydration solution among the “Best Water Bottles.”
Women’s Health editors called the patented SoftFlask a
“game changing” product citing its lightweight construction, size when
collapsed and the ability to stash it anywhere. Owing to its innovative
design and functionality, Hydrapak’s SoftFlask series is an effective
solution for hydration on the go.
“SoftFlasks are the perfect portable hydration solution,”
said Sam Lopez, Director of Design at Hydrapak. “Whether on a morning
run, training at the gym or hitting the trails for a weekend adventure,
Hydrapak SoftFlasks’ space-saving design equips athletes with foolproof
hydration.”
Constructed from durable thermoplastic polyurethane (TPU),
SoftFlasks are a soft-sided water bottle that collapses when empty to
roughly one-fifth its full size. Design-rich SoftFlasks feature a
locking top for no-leak performance and a post-and-sheath silicone bite
valve for easy spill-proof sipping.
“Our team is continuing to develop new collapsible
hydration products for multiple uses, and the fitness market receives
significant focus of our team’s attention,” said Matt Lyon, President of
Hydrapak. “We’re honored the SoftFlask design has been recognized by
Women’s Health fitness experts in such a high-profile manner.”
SoftFlasks are available in five sizes, the 350ml and 500ml
sizes are excellent handheld models easily carried or pocketed in a
running belt or vest. The 750ml size is designed for those requiring
more water for longer outings but still enjoy the functionality of the
bite-valve cap and space-saving design. The 150ml and 250ml sizes were
designed specifically for use with energy gels, but have been adopted by
those wanting small amounts of hydration for shorter duration
activities.
In addition to the SoftFlask being bestowed a “Fitness
Award”, Hydrapak technology was included in another of the Women’s
Health “Fitness Award” winners. The Nathan Moxy Race Vest, listed in the
same article, carries a Hydrapak two-liter reservoir and drinking tube.
With specific designs for fitness, outdoor, bicycle and
tactical markets, Hydrapak is the leading designer of space-saving,
collapsible and flexible hydration systems.
For more information on
Hydrapak hydration solutions visit hydrapak.com or contact Patrick Brown at patrick@palemorning.com.
The hydration specialist, Hydrapak builds the easiest-to-use and most functional hydration systems available. Their technical manufacturing expertise allows Hydrapak to design and build unique and inventive solutions to portable hydration. By pushing the boundaries of design and materials, Hydrapak’s innovative solutions deliver superior performance for all activities. With input from dedicated outdoor enthusiasts, Hydrapak continuously refines its products to achieve a standard of performance unsurpassed in the industry. This strategy has positioned Hydrapak as the leading provider of personal hydration systems to an extensive and growing list of manufacturers integrating Hydrapak solutions into their products for recreational and military use.
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TriggerPoint™ Performance Therapy Issued U.S. Patent Covering GRID® Foam Rollers
(Austin, TX- April 28, 2015)— TriggerPoint™
Performance Therapy, a division of Implus Corporation (“Implus”) and a
leading performance therapy and education product innovator, has been
issued a U.S. utility patent protecting its GRID® foam
rollers. U.S. Patent No. 9,005,146 covers a multi-zone hollow core
massage roller that effectively addresses tender and painful conditions,
such as muscle or connective tissue conditions and that can be used as a
core workout or strengthening apparatus.
TriggerPoint™ currently offers 4 different foam rollers, including the GRID®, the GRID® X, the GRID® 2.0, and the GRID® Mini. The GRID® is designed with proprietary Distrodensity® zones in which the different surface widths replicate the feeling of massage. The three-dimensional surface allows for tissues to aerate when rolling, which in turn, promotes the flow of blood and oxygen for muscle repair.
“We created the GRID® in 2008 as a cost-effective way to help keep people healthy,” said Cassidy Phillips, TriggerPoint Founder. “It was important to us to design a sustainable product that wouldn’t break down and fill landfills with sub-par foam. Little did we know this product would become a global sensation, used by some of the best athletes in the world, nor could we have foreseen the number of companies that would attempt to replicate the GRID®’s unique texture, multiple densities and hollow core.”
The innovative features and configuration of the GRID® foam roller are protected by the Patent, with other patent applications pending. Implus considers its patented massage roller to be brand-defining technology and intends to vigorously enforce its intellectual property rights against any and all competitors who may infringe its patented technology.
Cassidy added, “I am proud of our team for this momentous accomplishment that allows us to protect the uniqueness of the GRID® and ensure this quality product stands alone in the marketplace. We look forward to continuing to create innovative products that empower people around the world to move better.”
About TriggerPoint:
TriggerPoint™ Performance Therapy, a division of the Implus Corporation, is a brand that empowers people to move better. Our innovative products are supported by simple instructions that allow anyone to manage their own therapeutic care. Our mission is to provide innovative education and products that increase, enhance or rehabilitate natural ease of movement in anyone who craves an active lifestyle.
About Implus Corporation
Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Implus has evolved to become an innovative provider of products ranging from footcare and seasonal accessories to fitness and recovery solutions. Implus’s brand family includes Sof Sole®, Yaktrax®, Apara®, Airplus®, Sneaker Balls®, Sof Comfort®, Little Hotties®, Penguin®, Perfect Fitness®, ICETrekkers®, FitDeck®, DryGuy® and TriggerPoint®. Implus proudly distributes in over 75,000 retail outlets across North America and in 70 countries worldwide.
For more information, please call (800) 446-7587 or visit www.implus.com.
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TriggerPoint™ currently offers 4 different foam rollers, including the GRID®, the GRID® X, the GRID® 2.0, and the GRID® Mini. The GRID® is designed with proprietary Distrodensity® zones in which the different surface widths replicate the feeling of massage. The three-dimensional surface allows for tissues to aerate when rolling, which in turn, promotes the flow of blood and oxygen for muscle repair.
“We created the GRID® in 2008 as a cost-effective way to help keep people healthy,” said Cassidy Phillips, TriggerPoint Founder. “It was important to us to design a sustainable product that wouldn’t break down and fill landfills with sub-par foam. Little did we know this product would become a global sensation, used by some of the best athletes in the world, nor could we have foreseen the number of companies that would attempt to replicate the GRID®’s unique texture, multiple densities and hollow core.”
The innovative features and configuration of the GRID® foam roller are protected by the Patent, with other patent applications pending. Implus considers its patented massage roller to be brand-defining technology and intends to vigorously enforce its intellectual property rights against any and all competitors who may infringe its patented technology.
Cassidy added, “I am proud of our team for this momentous accomplishment that allows us to protect the uniqueness of the GRID® and ensure this quality product stands alone in the marketplace. We look forward to continuing to create innovative products that empower people around the world to move better.”
About TriggerPoint:
TriggerPoint™ Performance Therapy, a division of the Implus Corporation, is a brand that empowers people to move better. Our innovative products are supported by simple instructions that allow anyone to manage their own therapeutic care. Our mission is to provide innovative education and products that increase, enhance or rehabilitate natural ease of movement in anyone who craves an active lifestyle.
About Implus Corporation
Headquartered in Durham, North Carolina, Implus has evolved to become an innovative provider of products ranging from footcare and seasonal accessories to fitness and recovery solutions. Implus’s brand family includes Sof Sole®, Yaktrax®, Apara®, Airplus®, Sneaker Balls®, Sof Comfort®, Little Hotties®, Penguin®, Perfect Fitness®, ICETrekkers®, FitDeck®, DryGuy® and TriggerPoint®. Implus proudly distributes in over 75,000 retail outlets across North America and in 70 countries worldwide.
For more information, please call (800) 446-7587 or visit www.implus.com.
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High-End Yacht Maker Seaway Yachts, Goes Bankrupt
The Kranj District Court launched bankruptcy
proceedings at yacht design firm Seaway Design, a move that comes just a
week after the affiliated production firm Seaway Yachts entered
bankruptcy.
The bankruptcy was requested by Seaway Design boss Bogdan Topič, precisely because the production arm is in administration already. While the majority of employees have reportedly already left Design, all 49 workers at Seaway Yachts received notices in early March.
It is unclear whether the bankruptcy proceedings will allow the stories firm to survive given how interwoven the two firms are. Reports suggest Seaway has no shortage of orders, but it has been brought to its knees by crippling debt. The two companies owe EUR 16m to banks, EUR 7m to suppliers and close to EUR 2m to employees.
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The bankruptcy was requested by Seaway Design boss Bogdan Topič, precisely because the production arm is in administration already. While the majority of employees have reportedly already left Design, all 49 workers at Seaway Yachts received notices in early March.
It is unclear whether the bankruptcy proceedings will allow the stories firm to survive given how interwoven the two firms are. Reports suggest Seaway has no shortage of orders, but it has been brought to its knees by crippling debt. The two companies owe EUR 16m to banks, EUR 7m to suppliers and close to EUR 2m to employees.
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Inauguration of the MV Agusta Brazil Office
April 27, 2015 – Brazil is playing a very important role in MV Agusta’s expansion plan because it is the world’s third-largest market for the sale of medium- to large-bore bikes.
Currently MV Agusta in Brazil is marketing the four-cylinder platform, with the F4 1000 RR and the Brutale 1090 RR, as well as the three-cylinder 800 models, including the F3, Brutale and Rivale. The entire range is manufactured in cooperation with DAFRA Ltd at the Manaus assembly plant, which has been assembling the motorcycles in CKD (Complete Knock Down/Loose Parts Kit) for MV Agusta since 2011.
Vladimir Zaitseff, with over 30 years of management experience in the automotive industry and now running the new organisation, commented, “Our presence on the Brazilian market has shown consolidated growth that has taken us from an 0.8% share of the market in 2011 to 45,446 units sold in 2014 in the Naked, Sports and Touring segments. The predicted market share for 2015 is 1.8%. So, now is the right time for us to confirm our commitment to our Brazilian customers, who have shown us how much they love our products and for whom we want to ensure the highest possible level of sales and after-sales services.”
José Ricardo Siqueira, General Manager at Dafra, added, “We are very proud of this partnership, which has enabled us to reintroduce such a legendary brand as MV Agusta to Brazil. Now we can leave the guidance to MV Agusta’s direct organization and concentrate our resources on the new manufacturing projects awaiting us, the first being the Turismo Veloce, a long-awaited bike even in Brazil.”
The news of the new branch office arrived precisely one week after the presentation of the new MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 to the press at Cap Ferrat, France, where, MV Agusta’sPresident and CEO, Giovanni Castiglioni said, “The increase in sales will be sustained by the launch of 19 models in 5 years and by our distribution network, including the opening of new MV Legal Entities,” as has occurred over the last year in Germany, the UK, France, and now in Brazil.
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- Four years after entering the Brazilian market, MV Agusta is opening its San Paolo branch office.
- Run by Vladimir Zaitseff, the branch office is marketing the new range of 3 and 4 cylinder bikes manufactured in CKD with Dafra at the Manaus assembly plant.
- This year’s objective is to achieve a 1.8% share of the country’s market.
Currently MV Agusta in Brazil is marketing the four-cylinder platform, with the F4 1000 RR and the Brutale 1090 RR, as well as the three-cylinder 800 models, including the F3, Brutale and Rivale. The entire range is manufactured in cooperation with DAFRA Ltd at the Manaus assembly plant, which has been assembling the motorcycles in CKD (Complete Knock Down/Loose Parts Kit) for MV Agusta since 2011.
Vladimir Zaitseff, with over 30 years of management experience in the automotive industry and now running the new organisation, commented, “Our presence on the Brazilian market has shown consolidated growth that has taken us from an 0.8% share of the market in 2011 to 45,446 units sold in 2014 in the Naked, Sports and Touring segments. The predicted market share for 2015 is 1.8%. So, now is the right time for us to confirm our commitment to our Brazilian customers, who have shown us how much they love our products and for whom we want to ensure the highest possible level of sales and after-sales services.”
José Ricardo Siqueira, General Manager at Dafra, added, “We are very proud of this partnership, which has enabled us to reintroduce such a legendary brand as MV Agusta to Brazil. Now we can leave the guidance to MV Agusta’s direct organization and concentrate our resources on the new manufacturing projects awaiting us, the first being the Turismo Veloce, a long-awaited bike even in Brazil.”
The news of the new branch office arrived precisely one week after the presentation of the new MV Agusta Turismo Veloce 800 to the press at Cap Ferrat, France, where, MV Agusta’sPresident and CEO, Giovanni Castiglioni said, “The increase in sales will be sustained by the launch of 19 models in 5 years and by our distribution network, including the opening of new MV Legal Entities,” as has occurred over the last year in Germany, the UK, France, and now in Brazil.
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MarineMax Announces Stock Repurchase Program
CLEARWATER, Fla.--MarineMax, Inc. (NYSE:HZO), the nation’s largest recreational boat
retailer, today announced that its Board of Directors approved a share
repurchase program authorizing the Company to repurchase up to 1.0
million shares of its common stock during the period from today through
March 31, 2017. Under the plan, the Company may purchase common stock
from time to time in the open market or in privately negotiated block
purchase transactions.
The amount and timing of any purchases will depend upon a number of factors, including the price and availability of the Company's shares and general market conditions. The Company intends to repurchase shares to mitigate the dilutive effect of stock options, and shares repurchased may be reserved for later reissue in connection with employee benefit plans and other general corporate purposes.
As of March 31, 2015, the Company had 24,676,850 shares of common stock outstanding.
About MarineMax
Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, MarineMax is the nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer. Focused on premium brands, such as Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Meridian, Hatteras, Azimut Yachts, Ocean Alexander, Grady-White, Harris, Crest, Scout, Sailfish, Scarab Jet Boats, Aquila, and Nautique. MarineMax sells new and used recreational boats and related marine products and services as well as provides yacht brokerage and charter services. MarineMax currently has 54 retail locations in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Texas and operates MarineMax Vacations in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. MarineMax is a New York Stock Exchange-listed company.
For more information, please visit www.marinemax.com.
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include those regarding the Company’s potential repurchases of its common stock. These statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations as of the date of this release. These risks include significant changes in the price and availability of the Company’s stock, general economic conditions, as well as those within our industry, and numerous other factors identified in the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014 and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
The amount and timing of any purchases will depend upon a number of factors, including the price and availability of the Company's shares and general market conditions. The Company intends to repurchase shares to mitigate the dilutive effect of stock options, and shares repurchased may be reserved for later reissue in connection with employee benefit plans and other general corporate purposes.
As of March 31, 2015, the Company had 24,676,850 shares of common stock outstanding.
About MarineMax
Headquartered in Clearwater, Florida, MarineMax is the nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer. Focused on premium brands, such as Sea Ray, Boston Whaler, Meridian, Hatteras, Azimut Yachts, Ocean Alexander, Grady-White, Harris, Crest, Scout, Sailfish, Scarab Jet Boats, Aquila, and Nautique. MarineMax sells new and used recreational boats and related marine products and services as well as provides yacht brokerage and charter services. MarineMax currently has 54 retail locations in Alabama, California, Connecticut, Florida, Georgia, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Jersey, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Rhode Island, Tennessee, and Texas and operates MarineMax Vacations in Tortola, British Virgin Islands. MarineMax is a New York Stock Exchange-listed company.
For more information, please visit www.marinemax.com.
Certain statements in this press release are forward-looking as defined in the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. Such forward-looking statements include those regarding the Company’s potential repurchases of its common stock. These statements involve certain risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially from expectations as of the date of this release. These risks include significant changes in the price and availability of the Company’s stock, general economic conditions, as well as those within our industry, and numerous other factors identified in the Company’s Form 10-K for the fiscal year ended September 30, 2014 and other filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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or
Abbey Heimensen, 727-531-1700 / Public Relations
or
ICR, Inc./ Brad Cohen, 203-682-8211 / bcohen@icrinc.com
FOUR KEY WAYS PRANA IS FOCUSED ON SUSTAINABILITY
Every Day Is Earth Day When It Comes To Making Clothing With Conscience
CARLSBAD, CA (April 24, 2015) — Sustainability means more than recycling and using organic and natural fibers – for prAna it means working to constantly improve its practices in a holistic way from start to finish.
“At prAna, we believe a brand should give much more than it takes from the world,” said Scott Kerslake, CEO at prAna. “We are excited about the sustainable solutions we’ve found so far, and we promise to continue our search to keep making and doing things better—that’s the seed that started prAna more than 20 years ago, and it’s the inspiration that moves us forward today.”
prAna’s commitment to sustainability includes four key strategies:
Materials to Make prAna Products
prAna continuously looks for materials that have a reduced impact, including recycled fibers, organic cotton, recycled polyester, and hemp because they require less energy and pesticide to create. prAna is also a member of the Textile Exchange—a non-profit committed to the responsible expansion of sustainable textiles—and is proud to be able to prove all of its claims, thanks to an emphasis on traceability throughout its supply chain.
Resources to Service the Business
Though our corporate offices represent only a fraction of prAna’s environmental impact, it sets the tone for corporate responsibility and has an incredible ripple effect. By increasing resource awareness at their desks, the team at prAna naturally brings that intention to their search for solutions outside the office. In packaging, prAna has reduced the number of plastic bags its products are wrapped in by 74% and all clothing is now shipped in paper bags made of 100% recycled content.
People and Working Conditions
prAna is an active member of the Fair Labor Association and takes ownership in providing quality working conditions for people who make its products. That’s why prAna was one of the first major apparel makers to offer Fair Trade Certified. Fair Trade certification is the first social, economic and environmental standard that directly benefits the farmers who grow the cotton and the workers who sew the garments.
Natural Power Initiative
prAna has committed to lowering its greenhouse gas emissions and accelerate the development of a renewable energy economy. Since prAna launched its Natural Power Initiative in 2005, purchases have prevented the emission of an estimated 71,961 metric tons of greenhouse gases into the atmosphere. This has the equivalent climate impact of removing 13,180 average cars off the road or protecting 16,355 acres of forest.
“We are mindful of the natural resources we use and the communities we impact as part of the apparel industry, so we work to motivate our customers and peer businesses to make earth-healthy choices with us,” said Kerslake. “We recognize we can encourage even greater positive change by inspiring and modeling a more caring and proactive approach to the world around us.”
To learn more about prAna’s commitment to a healthier planet on Earth Day and every day, please visit prAna.com.
About prAna
prAna is a lifestyle brand that draws its name from the ancient Sanskrit word for breath, life and vitality of the spirit. The prAna team creates purposeful and stylish apparel for people to pursue their passions on the water, mat, rock, trail, and street. From its beginning in 1993, prAna has been committed to weaving sustainable practices into its operations and supply chain, working to reduce its impact on soils, water supplies and other natural resources while promoting conservation. prAna is also conscious of its impact on communities and has worked to include a growing number of fair trade styles every year. It is the first major apparel company in North America to offer Fair Trade USA certified products and accessories. prAna is sold in five flagship stores, online at prana.com, and in 1,400 specialty retailers across the US, Canada, Europe and Asia. prAna is one of the portfolio brands of Columbia Sportswear Company (COLM).
For a list of prAna retailers, please visit prana.com/dealer-locator.html
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Timbuk2 Opens its First Permanent Brick-and-Mortar Store in Europe in Reykjavik, Iceland
Timbuk2 Iceland |
Most notably, this is the first time Timbuk2’s Custom Bag Builder for made-in-San Francisco bags will be available for Europeans, and only the third Timbuk2 customizer available outside North America.
The 893 sq. ft. shop is located at Kringlan 4-12, 103 Reykjavik, Iceland, on the ground floor of Iceland’s Kringlan Mall. This premier shopping destination is know for attracting locals in addition to the one million (and growing) tourists who come to shop the mall with more than 100 popular brands. Iceland is one of the most active and happiest countries on earth*, Timbuk2’s inaugural location in Europe naturally complements the brand’s spirit.
“We chose Iceland not only because of their cutting-edge style, but the fact that bike commuting is part of their DNA, much like Timbuk2,” said Timbuk2 CEO Patti Cazzato. “Reykjavik has an essence about it that we were drawn to. The city accommodates a perfect mix of active urbanites, students and travelers; therefore we knew it would be the perfect spot for our European flagship.”
Timbuk2 Iceland showcases their iconic Custom Bag Builder for made-in-San Francisco bags plus exclusive designs of Made-in-San Francisco bags in small-batch quantity fabrics, limited-edition collections, as well as Timbuk2’s entire product line of more than 100 styles of bags and accessories including the latest 2015 Spring/Summer Collection. With the Timbuk2 Custom Bag Builder, Icelanders and long-term visitors can order custom-made bags delivered from San Francisco to Reykjavik within 7-10 days.
Timbuk2’s first flagship store opened in San Francisco Hayes Valley in 2006. Known for its comprehensive customization offerings, the store quickly became the spot to design one-of-a-kind, hand-made in San Francisco bags and accessories, in addition to a hub for local bike commuting enthusiasts. Timbuk2 has since opened stores in Seattle, Denver, Chicago, Venice Beach, Toronto, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, and now Iceland.
Timbuk2 Iceland is located at Kringlan 4-12, 103 Reykjavik, Iceland. The store is open seven days per week, Monday through Wednesday from 10:00am-6:30pm, Thursday from 10:00am-9:00pm, Friday from 10:00am-7:00pm, Saturday from 10:00am-6:00pm, and Sunday 1:00pm-6:00pm.
For more information about Timbuk2 Iceland visit www.timbuk2.is.
*World Happiness Report, 2013
About Timbuk2
Timbuk2 is a San Francisco original, founded 26 years ago by bike messenger Rob Honeycutt in a garage in the city’s Mission District. Since its inception in 1989, Timbuk2 has designed quality bags, packs and accessories built to last a lifetime, evolving from the original bike messenger company to a pioneer of made-in-America customization and an industry leader in forward-thinking, sustainable manufacturing. The relentless drive to inspire urban mobility, enable individuality and promote responsibility has propelled Timbuk2 forward as it continues fusing passion and style to create durable, functional products informed by the company’s longstanding cycling roots and today’s vibrant city landscape. Timbuk2 products are sold at its retail stores in San Francisco, Seattle, Denver, Chicago, Venice Beach, Toronto, Japan, Korea, Singapore, Thailand, Iceland, specialty retailers, and online at www.Timbuk2.com.
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Callaway Golf Company Announces 2015 First Quarter Financial Results; Brand Momentum And Market Shares Continue To Improve; And Callaway Increases Full Year Earnings Guidance
CARLSBAD, Calif., April 23, 2015 -- Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) today announced its 2015 first quarter financial results. Overall, compared to what the Company originally anticipated, first quarter 2015 net sales decreased slightly but its earnings were higher. As a result, the Company is decreasing its full year revenue estimate to $840 million - $860 million (compared to its prior estimate of $855 million - $880 million). The Company, however, is increasing its full year earnings per share estimate to ($0.03) - $0.04, (compared to its prior estimate of ($0.09) - $0.01), as a result of continued manufacturing improvements and a better sales mix.
For the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported net sales of $284 million, or a decrease of 19%, compared to $352 million in the first quarter of 2014. Most of this decrease was expected. The Company had previously estimated that the decrease in first quarter 2015 net sales would be in the mid-teens (as a percent of net sales), primarily as a result of a planned strategic shift in product launch timing, but also as the result of weaker foreign currency rates and an anticipated decrease in first quarter sales in Japan due to the consumption tax increase which took effect in April 2014. Since providing such guidance, the U.S. Dollar strengthened further and market conditions, particularly in Asia, showed less improvement than anticipated. These factors ultimately resulted in a slightly greater than anticipated decrease in net sales for the first quarter of 2015, and the Company has revised its full year sales guidance to reflect this decrease.
Also for the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported earnings per share of $0.39 compared to $0.61 per share for the same period last year. This performance is better than anticipated due in part to better than expected gross margins and other income/expense. The Company expects these results to carry through the year and therefore has increased its full year earnings guidance as discussed above.
"Although sales for the first quarter were slightly lower than we expected, overall I feel good about the business and our continued progress," commented Chip Brewer, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our brand momentum and market shares continue to improve and our profitability exceeded our expectations due in part to continued improvements in our manufacturing and supply chain along with tight cost management. The first quarter effect from the strategic shift in product launch timing and the consumption tax increase in Japan should smooth out as the year progresses. In addition, some regions are just beginning to open up for the new golf season and we are cautiously optimistic for improved market conditions as the year progresses."
"We continue to realize the benefits from the many changes we have made in our business over the last few years," continued Mr. Brewer. "As a result of these changes, we have generated increased consumer interest in our products, improved our operating efficiencies, and improved overall profitability. While there is certainly more work to be done, I believe we have set the foundation for steadily improved financial performance and long-term shareholder value."
GAAP RESULTS
For the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported the following results, as compared to the same period in 2014:
The Company has included in the schedules to its press release the Company's results on a constant currency basis.
Business Outlook for 2015
Given the significant effects that foreign currencies will have on the Company's GAAP results in 2015, the Company has provided guidance on both a GAAP and constant currency basis. The GAAP guidance is generally based upon a blend of current foreign currency exchange rates and the exchange rates at which the Company entered into hedging transactions. The Company's hedging program will mitigate but not eliminate the effects of future foreign currency rate changes and therefore any such future changes will affect the Company's GAAP guidance. The constant currency estimates are derived by taking the estimated local currency results and translating them into U.S. Dollars based upon the foreign currency exchange rates for the comparable period in 2014.
Full Year
The Company provided the following estimated full year results for 2015:
The decline in the Company's estimates for full year net sales from its previous GAAP guidance of $855 million - $880 million is due to the amount by which first quarter net sales missed Company expectations as discussed above. A further strengthening of the U.S. Dollar for the balance of the year would also negatively affect the Company's sales estimates.
The Company estimates that its 2015 GAAP gross margins as a percent of sales will improve approximately 100 basis points from its previous guidance of 40.0% due to a stronger sales mix and continued operational improvements more than offsetting adverse foreign currency rates.
The Company estimates that its 2015 GAAP operating expenses will remain consistent with its previous guidance, despite the decrease in first quarter operating expenses. A majority of the first quarter expense savings is expected to be used in the second quarter with the balance used in the second half of the year.
The Company estimates that its 2015 Pre-tax income will increase from its previous guidance of ($1) million - $8 million due to improved gross margins more than offsetting the decline in net sales.
The Company estimates that its fully diluted earnings/loss per share will increase from its previous guidance of ($0.09) - $0.01 due to improved gross margins more than offsetting the decline in net sales. The Company's 2015 earnings per share estimates assume a base of 79 million shares as compared to 78 million shares in 2014.
Second Quarter 2015
The Company noted that net sales for the second quarter of 2015 are expected to be approximately 1% higher on a GAAP basis than for the second quarter of 2014, which would equate to approximately 8% sales growth on a constant currency basis.
Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will be holding a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PDT today to discuss the Company's financial results, outlook and business. The call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at www.callawaygolf.com. To listen to the call, please go to the website at least 15 minutes before the call to register and for instructions on how to access the broadcast. A replay of the conference call will be available approximately three hours after the call ends, and will remain available through 9:00 p.m. PDT on Thursday, April 30, 2015. The replay may be accessed through the Internet at www.callawaygolf.com.
Non-GAAP Information
The GAAP results contained in this press release and the financial statement schedules attached to this press release have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). To supplement the GAAP results, the Company has provided certain non-GAAP financial information as follows:
Constant Currency Basis. The Company provided certain information regarding the Company's financial results or projected financial results on a "constant currency basis." This information estimates the impact of changes in foreign currency rates on the translation of the Company's current or projected future period financial results as compared to the applicable comparable period. This impact is derived by taking the current or projected local currency results and translating them into U.S. Dollars based upon the foreign currency exchange rates for the applicable comparable period. It does not include any other effect of changes in foreign currency rates on the Company's results or business.
Adjusted EBITDA. The Company provided information about its results, excluding interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization expenses ("EBITDA").
In addition, the Company has included in the schedules to this release a reconciliation of certain non-GAAP information to the most directly correlated GAAP information. The non-GAAP information presented in this release and related schedules should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for any measure derived in accordance with GAAP. The non-GAAP information may also be inconsistent with the manner in which similar measures are derived or used by other companies. Management uses such non-GAAP information for financial and operational decision-making purposes and as a means to evaluate period over period comparisons and in forecasting the Company's business going forward. Management believes that the presentation of such non-GAAP information, when considered in conjunction with the most directly comparable GAAP information, provides additional useful comparative information for investors in their assessment of the underlying performance of the Company's business without regard to these items. The Company has provided reconciling information in the attached schedules.
Forward-Looking Statements: Statements used in this press release that relate to future plans, events, financial results, performance or prospects, including statements relating to the estimated second quarter or full year 2015 sales, sales growth, gross margins, operating expenses, pre-tax income, and earnings/loss per share (or related share count), as well as the Company's recovery, improved financial performance, the creation of shareholder value, future market conditions, and the full year effect of the change in product launch timing or the increase in the Japan consumption tax, are forward-looking statements as defined under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based upon current information and expectations. Accurately estimating the forward-looking statements is based upon various risks and unknowns including delays, difficulties, or increased costs in implementing the Company's turnaround strategy; consumer acceptance of and demand for the Company's products; the level of promotional activity in the marketplace; unfavorable weather conditions, future consumer discretionary purchasing activity, which can be significantly adversely affected by unfavorable economic or market conditions; future retailer purchasing activity, which can be significantly negatively affected by adverse industry conditions and overall retail inventory levels; and future changes in foreign currency exchange rates and the degree of effectiveness of the Company's hedging programs. Actual results may differ materially from those estimated or anticipated as a result of these risks and unknowns or other risks and uncertainties, including continued compliance with the terms of the Company's credit facility; delays, difficulties or increased costs in the supply of components needed to manufacture the Company's products or in manufacturing the Company's products; any rule changes or other actions taken by the USGA or other golf association that could have an adverse impact upon demand or supply of the Company's products; a decrease in participation levels in golf; and the effect of terrorist activity, armed conflict, natural disasters or pandemic diseases on the economy generally, on the level of demand for the Company's products or on the Company's ability to manage its supply and delivery logistics in such an environment. For additional information concerning these and other risks and uncertainties that could affect these statements, the golf industry, and the Company's business, see the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 as well as other risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company's reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K subsequently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to republish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
About Callaway Golf
Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) creates products designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Callaway Golf Company manufactures and sells golf clubs and golf balls, and sells golf accessories, under the Callaway Golf® and Odyssey® brands worldwide.
For more information please visit www.callawaygolf.com.
Contacts: Brad Holiday / Patrick Burke / (760) 931-1771
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For the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported net sales of $284 million, or a decrease of 19%, compared to $352 million in the first quarter of 2014. Most of this decrease was expected. The Company had previously estimated that the decrease in first quarter 2015 net sales would be in the mid-teens (as a percent of net sales), primarily as a result of a planned strategic shift in product launch timing, but also as the result of weaker foreign currency rates and an anticipated decrease in first quarter sales in Japan due to the consumption tax increase which took effect in April 2014. Since providing such guidance, the U.S. Dollar strengthened further and market conditions, particularly in Asia, showed less improvement than anticipated. These factors ultimately resulted in a slightly greater than anticipated decrease in net sales for the first quarter of 2015, and the Company has revised its full year sales guidance to reflect this decrease.
Also for the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported earnings per share of $0.39 compared to $0.61 per share for the same period last year. This performance is better than anticipated due in part to better than expected gross margins and other income/expense. The Company expects these results to carry through the year and therefore has increased its full year earnings guidance as discussed above.
"Although sales for the first quarter were slightly lower than we expected, overall I feel good about the business and our continued progress," commented Chip Brewer, President and Chief Executive Officer. "Our brand momentum and market shares continue to improve and our profitability exceeded our expectations due in part to continued improvements in our manufacturing and supply chain along with tight cost management. The first quarter effect from the strategic shift in product launch timing and the consumption tax increase in Japan should smooth out as the year progresses. In addition, some regions are just beginning to open up for the new golf season and we are cautiously optimistic for improved market conditions as the year progresses."
"We continue to realize the benefits from the many changes we have made in our business over the last few years," continued Mr. Brewer. "As a result of these changes, we have generated increased consumer interest in our products, improved our operating efficiencies, and improved overall profitability. While there is certainly more work to be done, I believe we have set the foundation for steadily improved financial performance and long-term shareholder value."
GAAP RESULTS
For the first quarter of 2015, the Company reported the following results, as compared to the same period in 2014:
Dollars in millions except per share amounts
|
2015
|
% of
Sales |
2014
|
% of
Sales |
Improvement/
(Decline) |
Net Sales
|
$284
|
-
|
$352
|
-
|
($68)
|
Gross Profit
|
$127
|
45%
|
$165
|
47%
|
($38)
|
Operating Expenses
|
$90
|
32%
|
$103
|
29%
|
$13
|
Other Income/(Expense)
|
$1
|
-
|
($5)
|
(1%)
|
$6
|
Pre-Tax Income
|
$37
|
13%
|
$57
|
16%
|
($20)
|
Net Income
|
$36
|
13%
|
$55
|
16%
|
($19)
|
Earnings Per Share (Diluted)
|
$0.39
|
-
|
$0.61
|
-
|
($0.22)
|
The Company has included in the schedules to its press release the Company's results on a constant currency basis.
Business Outlook for 2015
Given the significant effects that foreign currencies will have on the Company's GAAP results in 2015, the Company has provided guidance on both a GAAP and constant currency basis. The GAAP guidance is generally based upon a blend of current foreign currency exchange rates and the exchange rates at which the Company entered into hedging transactions. The Company's hedging program will mitigate but not eliminate the effects of future foreign currency rate changes and therefore any such future changes will affect the Company's GAAP guidance. The constant currency estimates are derived by taking the estimated local currency results and translating them into U.S. Dollars based upon the foreign currency exchange rates for the comparable period in 2014.
Full Year
The Company provided the following estimated full year results for 2015:
2015 GAAP Estimate
|
2015 Constant Currency Estimate
|
2014 Actual
| |
Net Sales
|
$840 - $860 million
|
$890 - $910 million
|
$887 million
|
The decline in the Company's estimates for full year net sales from its previous GAAP guidance of $855 million - $880 million is due to the amount by which first quarter net sales missed Company expectations as discussed above. A further strengthening of the U.S. Dollar for the balance of the year would also negatively affect the Company's sales estimates.
2015 GAAP Estimate
|
2015 Constant Currency Estimate
|
2014 Actual
| |
Gross Margins
|
41.0%
|
43.5%
|
40%
|
The Company estimates that its 2015 GAAP gross margins as a percent of sales will improve approximately 100 basis points from its previous guidance of 40.0% due to a stronger sales mix and continued operational improvements more than offsetting adverse foreign currency rates.
2015 GAAP Estimate
|
2015 Constant Currency Estimate
|
2014 Actual
| |
Operating Expenses
|
$335 million
|
$345 million
|
$327 million
|
The Company estimates that its 2015 GAAP operating expenses will remain consistent with its previous guidance, despite the decrease in first quarter operating expenses. A majority of the first quarter expense savings is expected to be used in the second quarter with the balance used in the second half of the year.
2015 GAAP Estimate
|
2015 Constant Currency Estimate
|
2014 Actual
| |
Pre-Tax Income
|
$4 - $11 million
|
$36 - $43 million
|
$22 million
|
The Company estimates that its 2015 Pre-tax income will increase from its previous guidance of ($1) million - $8 million due to improved gross margins more than offsetting the decline in net sales.
2015 GAAP Estimate
|
2015 Constant Currency Estimate
|
2014 Actual
| |
Earnings/(Loss)
Per Share
|
($0.03) - $0.04
|
$0.36 - $0.43
|
$0.20
|
The Company estimates that its fully diluted earnings/loss per share will increase from its previous guidance of ($0.09) - $0.01 due to improved gross margins more than offsetting the decline in net sales. The Company's 2015 earnings per share estimates assume a base of 79 million shares as compared to 78 million shares in 2014.
Second Quarter 2015
The Company noted that net sales for the second quarter of 2015 are expected to be approximately 1% higher on a GAAP basis than for the second quarter of 2014, which would equate to approximately 8% sales growth on a constant currency basis.
Conference Call and Webcast
The Company will be holding a conference call at 2:00 p.m. PDT today to discuss the Company's financial results, outlook and business. The call will be broadcast live over the Internet and can be accessed at www.callawaygolf.com. To listen to the call, please go to the website at least 15 minutes before the call to register and for instructions on how to access the broadcast. A replay of the conference call will be available approximately three hours after the call ends, and will remain available through 9:00 p.m. PDT on Thursday, April 30, 2015. The replay may be accessed through the Internet at www.callawaygolf.com.
Non-GAAP Information
The GAAP results contained in this press release and the financial statement schedules attached to this press release have been prepared in accordance with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States ("GAAP"). To supplement the GAAP results, the Company has provided certain non-GAAP financial information as follows:
Constant Currency Basis. The Company provided certain information regarding the Company's financial results or projected financial results on a "constant currency basis." This information estimates the impact of changes in foreign currency rates on the translation of the Company's current or projected future period financial results as compared to the applicable comparable period. This impact is derived by taking the current or projected local currency results and translating them into U.S. Dollars based upon the foreign currency exchange rates for the applicable comparable period. It does not include any other effect of changes in foreign currency rates on the Company's results or business.
Adjusted EBITDA. The Company provided information about its results, excluding interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization expenses ("EBITDA").
In addition, the Company has included in the schedules to this release a reconciliation of certain non-GAAP information to the most directly correlated GAAP information. The non-GAAP information presented in this release and related schedules should not be considered in isolation or as a substitute for any measure derived in accordance with GAAP. The non-GAAP information may also be inconsistent with the manner in which similar measures are derived or used by other companies. Management uses such non-GAAP information for financial and operational decision-making purposes and as a means to evaluate period over period comparisons and in forecasting the Company's business going forward. Management believes that the presentation of such non-GAAP information, when considered in conjunction with the most directly comparable GAAP information, provides additional useful comparative information for investors in their assessment of the underlying performance of the Company's business without regard to these items. The Company has provided reconciling information in the attached schedules.
Forward-Looking Statements: Statements used in this press release that relate to future plans, events, financial results, performance or prospects, including statements relating to the estimated second quarter or full year 2015 sales, sales growth, gross margins, operating expenses, pre-tax income, and earnings/loss per share (or related share count), as well as the Company's recovery, improved financial performance, the creation of shareholder value, future market conditions, and the full year effect of the change in product launch timing or the increase in the Japan consumption tax, are forward-looking statements as defined under the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based upon current information and expectations. Accurately estimating the forward-looking statements is based upon various risks and unknowns including delays, difficulties, or increased costs in implementing the Company's turnaround strategy; consumer acceptance of and demand for the Company's products; the level of promotional activity in the marketplace; unfavorable weather conditions, future consumer discretionary purchasing activity, which can be significantly adversely affected by unfavorable economic or market conditions; future retailer purchasing activity, which can be significantly negatively affected by adverse industry conditions and overall retail inventory levels; and future changes in foreign currency exchange rates and the degree of effectiveness of the Company's hedging programs. Actual results may differ materially from those estimated or anticipated as a result of these risks and unknowns or other risks and uncertainties, including continued compliance with the terms of the Company's credit facility; delays, difficulties or increased costs in the supply of components needed to manufacture the Company's products or in manufacturing the Company's products; any rule changes or other actions taken by the USGA or other golf association that could have an adverse impact upon demand or supply of the Company's products; a decrease in participation levels in golf; and the effect of terrorist activity, armed conflict, natural disasters or pandemic diseases on the economy generally, on the level of demand for the Company's products or on the Company's ability to manage its supply and delivery logistics in such an environment. For additional information concerning these and other risks and uncertainties that could affect these statements, the golf industry, and the Company's business, see the Company's Annual Report on Form 10-K for the year ended December 31, 2014 as well as other risks and uncertainties detailed from time to time in the Company's reports on Forms 10-K, 10-Q and 8-K subsequently filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission. Readers are cautioned not to place undue reliance on these forward-looking statements, which speak only as of the date hereof. The Company undertakes no obligation to republish revised forward-looking statements to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.
About Callaway Golf
Through an unwavering commitment to innovation, Callaway Golf Company (NYSE: ELY) creates products designed to make every golfer a better golfer. Callaway Golf Company manufactures and sells golf clubs and golf balls, and sells golf accessories, under the Callaway Golf® and Odyssey® brands worldwide.
For more information please visit www.callawaygolf.com.
Contacts: Brad Holiday / Patrick Burke / (760) 931-1771
Callaway Golf Company
| ||||
Consolidated Condensed Balance Sheets
| ||||
(In thousands)
| ||||
(Unaudited)
| ||||
March 31,
|
December 31,
| |||
2015
|
2014
| |||
ASSETS
|
||||
Current assets:
|
||||
Cash and cash equivalents
|
$ 23,236
|
$ 37,635
| ||
Accounts receivable, net
|
261,888
|
109,848
| ||
Inventories
|
181,488
|
207,229
| ||
Other current assets
|
29,932
|
29,321
| ||
Total current assets
|
496,544
|
384,033
| ||
Property, plant and equipment, net
|
55,588
|
58,093
| ||
Intangible assets, net
|
115,495
|
116,654
| ||
Other assets
|
65,517
|
66,031
| ||
Total assets
|
$ 733,144
|
$ 624,811
| ||
LIABILITIES AND SHAREHOLDERS' EQUITY
|
||||
Current liabilities:
|
||||
Accounts payable and accrued expenses
|
$ 131,586
|
$ 123,251
| ||
Accrued employee compensation and benefits
|
26,019
|
37,386
| ||
Asset-based credit facility
|
94,318
|
15,235
| ||
Accrued warranty expense
|
6,408
|
5,607
| ||
Income tax liability
|
1,984
|
2,623
| ||
Deferred taxes
|
26
|
26
| ||
Total current liabilities
|
260,341
|
184,128
| ||
Long-term liabilities
|
148,689
|
149,149
| ||
Shareholders' equity
|
324,114
|
291,534
| ||
Total liabilities and shareholders' equity
|
$ 733,144
|
$ 624,811
|
Callaway Golf Company
| |||||
Statements of Operations
| |||||
(In thousands, except per share data)
| |||||
(Unaudited)
| |||||
Three Months Ended
| |||||
March 31,
| |||||
2015
|
2014
| ||||
Net sales
|
$ 284,179
|
$ 351,874
| |||
Cost of sales
|
156,913
|
186,977
| |||
Gross profit
|
127,266
|
164,897
| |||
Operating expenses:
|
|||||
Selling
|
66,319
|
77,311
| |||
General and administrative
|
16,099
|
17,996
| |||
Research and development
|
7,916
|
7,913
| |||
Total operating expenses
|
90,334
|
103,220
| |||
Income from operations
|
36,932
|
61,677
| |||
Other income (expense), net
|
525
|
(4,891)
| |||
Income before income taxes
|
37,457
|
56,786
| |||
Income tax provision
|
1,638
|
1,474
| |||
Net income
|
$ 35,819
|
$ 55,312
| |||
Earnings per common share:
|
|||||
Basic
|
$0.46
|
$0.71
| |||
Diluted
|
$0.39
|
$0.61
| |||
Weighted-average common shares outstanding:
|
|||||
Basic
|
77,753
|
77,370
| |||
Diluted
|
93,896
|
93,172
|
Callaway Golf Company
| |||||
Consolidated Condensed Statements of Cash Flows
| |||||
(In thousands)
| |||||
(Unaudited)
| |||||
Three Months Ended
| |||||
March 31,
| |||||
2015
|
2014
| ||||
Cash flows from operating activities:
|
|||||
Net income
|
$ 35,819
|
$ 55,312
| |||
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash used in operating activities:
|
|||||
Depreciation and amortization
|
4,703
|
5,697
| |||
Deferred taxes, net
|
(15)
|
14
| |||
Share-based compensation
|
1,826
|
1,163
| |||
Gain on disposal of long-lived assets
|
(257)
|
(282)
| |||
Debt discount amortization on convertible notes
|
202
|
182
| |||
Changes in assets and liabilities
|
(132,626)
|
(186,884)
| |||
Net cash used in operating activities
|
(90,348)
|
(124,798)
| |||
Cash flows from investing activities:
|
|||||
Capital expenditures
|
(2,393)
|
(4,048)
| |||
Proceeds from sale of property, plant and equipment
|
1
|
44
| |||
Net cash used in investing activities
|
(2,392)
|
(4,004)
| |||
Cash flows from financing activities:
|
|||||
Proceeds from credit facilities, net
|
79,083
|
114,927
| |||
Exercise of stock options
|
2,239
|
1,591
| |||
Dividends paid
|
(780)
|
(774)
| |||
Acquisition of treasury stock
|
(1,402)
|
-
| |||
Equity issuance costs
|
-
|
5
| |||
Net cash provided by financing activities
|
79,140
|
115,749
| |||
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents
|
(799)
|
(183)
| |||
Net decrease in cash and cash equivalents
|
(14,399)
|
(13,236)
| |||
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of period
|
37,635
|
36,793
| |||
Cash and cash equivalents at end of period
|
$ 23,236
|
$ 23,557
|
Callaway Golf Company
| ||||||||||
Consolidated Net Sales and Operating Segment Information and Non-GAAP Reconciliation
| ||||||||||
(In thousands)
| ||||||||||
(Unaudited)
| ||||||||||
Net Sales by Product Category
| ||||||||||
Constant Currency
| ||||||||||
Three Months Ended
|
Growth (Decline)
| |||||||||
March 31,
|
Decline
|
vs. 2014(2)
| ||||||||
2015
|
2014 (1)
|
Dollars
|
Percent
|
Percent
| ||||||
Net sales:
|
||||||||||
Woods
|
$ 89,483
|
$ 128,433
|
$ (38,950)
|
-30%
|
-28%
| |||||
Irons
|
61,545
|
72,642
|
(11,097)
|
-15%
|
-12%
| |||||
Putters
|
30,945
|
31,562
|
(617)
|
-2%
|
2%
| |||||
Gear/Accessories/Other
|
59,183
|
66,901
|
(7,718)
|
-12%
|
-4%
| |||||
Golf balls
|
43,023
|
52,336
|
(9,313)
|
-18%
|
-16%
| |||||
$ 284,179
|
$ 351,874
|
$ (67,695)
|
-19%
|
-16%
| ||||||
(1)The prior
year amounts have been restated to reflect the Company's current year
allocation methodology related to freight revenue and costs, certain
discounts and other reserves not specific to a product type.
| ||||||||||
(2)Calculated by applying 2014 exchange rates to 2015 reported sales in regions outside the U.S.
| ||||||||||
Net Sales by Region
| ||||||||||
Constant Currency
| ||||||||||
Three Months Ended
|
Growth (Decline)
| |||||||||
March 31,
|
Decline
|
vs. 2014(1)
| ||||||||
2015
|
2014
|
Dollars
|
Percent
|
Percent
| ||||||
Net sales:
|
||||||||||
United States
|
$ 168,623
|
$ 184,691
|
$ (16,068)
|
-9%
|
-9%
| |||||
Europe
|
41,757
|
51,173
|
(9,416)
|
-18%
|
-11%
| |||||
Japan
|
37,188
|
60,001
|
(22,813)
|
-38%
|
-28%
| |||||
Rest of Asia
|
16,473
|
26,997
|
(10,524)
|
-39%
|
-37%
| |||||
Other foreign countries
|
20,138
|
29,012
|
(8,874)
|
-31%
|
-22%
| |||||
$ 284,179
|
$ 351,874
|
$ (67,695)
|
-19%
|
-16%
| ||||||
(1)Calculated by applying 2014 exchange rates to 2015 reported sales in regions outside the U.S.
| ||||||||||
Operating Segment Information
|
||||||||||
Three Months Ended
|
||||||||||
March 31,
|
Growth/(Decline)
|
|||||||||
2015
|
2014 (1)
|
Dollars
|
Percent
|
|||||||
Net sales:
|
||||||||||
Golf clubs
|
$ 241,156
|
$ 299,538
|
$ (58,382)
|
-19%
|
||||||
Golf balls
|
43,023
|
52,336
|
(9,313)
|
-18%
|
||||||
$ 284,179
|
$ 351,874
|
$ (67,695)
|
-19%
|
|||||||
Income before income taxes:
|
||||||||||
Golf clubs
|
$ 40,940
|
$ 63,111
|
$ (22,171)
|
-35%
|
||||||
Golf balls
|
7,409
|
11,355
|
(3,946)
|
-35%
|
||||||
Reconciling items (2)
|
(10,892)
|
(17,680)
|
6,788
|
38%
|
||||||
$ 37,457
|
$ 56,786
|
$ (19,329)
|
-34%
|
|||||||
(1)The prior
year amounts have been restated to reflect the Company's current year
allocation methodology related to freight revenue and costs, certain
discounts and other reserves not specific to a product type.
| ||||||||||
(2)Represents
corporate general and administrative expenses and other income (expense)
not utilized by management in determining segment profitability.
|
Callaway Golf Company
| |||||||||||||||||||
Supplemental Financial Information - Non-GAAP Information and Reconciliation
| |||||||||||||||||||
(In thousands, except per share data)
| |||||||||||||||||||
(Unaudited)
| |||||||||||||||||||
2015 As Reported and Currency Neutral vs 2014 As Reported:
|
|||||||||||||||||||
Three Months Ended March 31,
| |||||||||||||||||||
2015
|
2015(1)
|
2014
| |||||||||||||||||
Callaway Golf
As Reported |
Callaway Golf
Currency Neutral |
Callaway Golf
As Reported | |||||||||||||||||
Net sales
|
$ 284,179
|
$ 297,294
|
$ 351,874
| ||||||||||||||||
Gross profit
|
127,266
|
139,789
|
164,897
| ||||||||||||||||
% of sales
|
45%
|
47%
|
47%
| ||||||||||||||||
Operating expenses
|
90,334
|
93,244
|
103,220
| ||||||||||||||||
Income from operations
|
36,932
|
46,545
|
61,677
| ||||||||||||||||
Other income (expense), net
|
525
|
(1,793)
|
(4,891)
| ||||||||||||||||
Income before income taxes
|
37,457
|
44,752
|
56,786
| ||||||||||||||||
Income tax provision
|
1,638
|
1,824
|
1,474
| ||||||||||||||||
Net income
|
35,819
|
42,928
|
55,312
| ||||||||||||||||
Diluted earnings per share:
|
$ 0.39
|
$ 0.47
|
$ 0.61
| ||||||||||||||||
Weighted-average shares outstanding:
|
93,896
|
93,896
|
93,172
| ||||||||||||||||
(1)Calculated by applying 2014 exchange rates to 2015 reported results in regions outside the U.S.
|
2015 Trailing Twelve Month EBITDA
|
2014 Trailing Twelve Month EBITDA
| ||||||||||||||||||
EBITDA:
|
Quarter Ended
|
Quarter Ended
| |||||||||||||||||
June 30,
|
September 30,
|
December 31,
|
March 31,
|
June 30,
|
September 30,
|
December 31,
|
March 31,
|
||||||||||||
2014
|
2014
|
2014
|
2015
|
Total
|
2013
|
2013
|
2013
|
2014
|
Total
| ||||||||||
Net income (loss)
|
$ 3,369
|
$ (1,134)
|
$ (41,539)
|
$ 35,819
|
$ (3,485)
|
$ 10,071
|
$ (21,153)
|
$ (49,499)
|
$ 55,312
|
$ (5,269)
| |||||||||
Interest expense, net
|
2,612
|
2,037
|
1,764
|
2,021
|
8,434
|
2,470
|
1,975
|
1,963
|
2,648
|
9,056
| |||||||||
Income tax provision
|
1,873
|
304
|
1,980
|
1,638
|
5,795
|
1,435
|
1,037
|
658
|
1,474
|
4,604
| |||||||||
Depreciation and amortization expense
|
5,460
|
5,222
|
4,857
|
4,703
|
20,242
|
6,472
|
6,265
|
5,850
|
5,697
|
24,284
| |||||||||
EBITDA
|
$ 13,314
|
$ 6,429
|
$ (32,938)
|
$ 44,181
|
$ 30,986
|
$ 20,448
|
$ (11,876)
|
$ (41,028)
|
$ 65,131
|
$ 32,675
|
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