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April 30, 2013
Former RadioShack exec appointed CMO at Sports Authority

Sports Authority has appointed Paul M. Okimoto as the company’s new CMO. In his new role, Okimoto will be responsible for leading the strategic development and oversight of the company’s overall marketing plans to drive traffic and sales at stores nationwide and through the e-commerce platform.

April 30, 2013
Former Sports Authority exec new Big Lots CEO

Big Lots has named David Campisi as its new CEO and president. Campisi succeeds Steve Fishman, who announced in December 2012 his intention to retire upon the appointment of his successor.

June 4, 2012
Sports Authority gets into loyalty game

Sports Authority has launched its first-ever customer loyalty program, The League, which offers members 5% back on their total point balances of 100 points or more earned quarterly.

August 29, 2011
Ditching candy won't likely thin out Sports Authority sales

Citing a growing obesity epidemic in the United States, Sports Authority announced that it will no longer sell candy at its 465 stores.

August 23, 2011
Jo-Ann Stores names new CEO

Jo-Ann Stores has announced the promotion of Travis Smith to CEO effective immediately, replacing Darrell Webb. Webb will retain his position as chairman of the board for Jo-Ann Stores and become the interim CEO of Sports Authority. Jo-Ann and Sports Authority are both owned by Leonard Green & Partners, L.P.

August 23, 2011
Jo-Ann Stores names new CEO

Jo-Ann Stores has announced the promotion of Travis Smith to CEO effective immediately, replacing Darrell Webb. Webb will retain his position as chairman of the board for Jo-Ann Stores and become the interim CEO of Sports Authority. Jo-Ann and Sports Authority are both owned by Leonard Green & Partners, L.P.

August 23, 2011
New leadership announced at Sports Authority

Sports Authority announced that Darrell Webb has been named as interim CEO of the company, replacing David Campisi who is resigning as CEO and president of the company.

August 23, 2011
New leadership announced at Sports Authority

Sports Authority announced that Darrell Webb has been named as interim CEO of the company, replacing David Campisi who is resigning as CEO and president of the company.

August 9, 2011
Sports Authority expands in time for BTS

Children will be returning to school in a matter of weeks, and many of them will be joining or returning to some sort of sporting activity.

August 9, 2011
Sports Authority expands in time for BTS

Children will be returning to school in a matter of weeks, and many of them will be joining or returning to some sort of sporting activity.

March 28, 2011
Sports Authority named official sponsor of Major League Lacrosse

Sports Authority has been named the official partner of Major League Lacrosse, the league announced.

December 11, 2010
Sports Authority teams up with ShopRunner to improve online shopping experience

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Sports Authority has announced a partnership with ShopRunner (http://www.shoprunner.com), a members-only online shopping program that offers consumers unlimited, free two-day shipping with no minimum order size, and free shipping on returns, across a wide selection of retailers.

December 11, 2010
Sports Authority teams up with ShopRunner to improve online shopping experience

ENGLEWOOD, Colo. - Sports Authority has announced a partnership with ShopRunner (http://www.shoprunner.com), a members-only online shopping program that offers consumers unlimited, free two-day shipping with no minimum order size, and free shipping on returns, across a wide selection of retailers.

November 23, 2010
Sports Authority teams with NFL to help youth stay active

Sports Authority, in conjunction with NFL PLAY 60 and USA Football, the official youth football...

August 29, 2010
GSI signs long-term deal with Sports Authority

GSI Commerce announced it has signed a long-term agreement with Sports Authority ......

August 29, 2010
GSI signs long-term deal with Sports Authority

GSI Commerce announced it has signed a long-term agreement with Sports Authority ......

July 13, 2010
Sports Authority selects Allurent to boost interactive shopping experience

Sports Authority has selected Allurent on Demand to add interactive shopping experiences to their core...

May 16, 2010
Sports Authority announces new chief merchant

Sports Authority announced the appointment of retail industry expert Gwen Manto to oversee all merchandising,...

April 22, 2010
Sports Authority names SVP real estate

Sports Authority announced the promotion of Lon Novatt to SVP real estate, effective immediately ......

April 22, 2010
Sports Authority names SVP real estate

Sports Authority announced the promotion of Lon Novatt to SVP real estate, effective immediately ......

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