Archive for ‘August, 2005’

adidas-Salomon to Combine with Reebok

datePosted on 10:36, August 3rd, 2005 by Brian

Watch out Nike, looks like there’s some competition on the way.
Adidas is buying Nike
for 3.8 Billion dollars US.

“Today’s announcement represents a major strategic milestone for our Group,” said adidas-Salomon Chairman and CEO Herbert Hainer. “This is a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to combine two of the most respected and well-known companies in the worldwide sporting goods industry. adidas-Salomon and Reebok are energetic and growing companies with a shared commitment to innovation, sport performance and sport lifestyle. Together, we will expand our geographic reach, particularly in North America, and create a footwear, apparel and hardware offering that addresses a broader spectrum of consumers and demographics. With Reebok, we are advancing our position on the playing field of the sporting goods industry and are improving our financial strength to drive increased shareholder value.”

Get it now

datePosted on 14:39, August 2nd, 2005 by Brian

Do you want to keep your whole paycheck? Does filling out tax forms scare the bejeezuz out of you? How would you like April 15th to be “just another day?” This is quite possibly the most important book available today. I got mine today at Barnes & Noble. When I checked out, the clerk said it was their best selling book of the day. She said they had sold at least 10 before lunch. If this gets on the best seller lists, the boneheads in DC will have to take notice. And then if even half of the people who read this book talk to their Reps about it, it just might happen.

Catholic Conrtoversy

datePosted on 14:18, August 2nd, 2005 by Brian

Looks like a teacher at a Catholic school was getting freaky with the boys. I know the uproar my next statement will cause but…At least it’s a woman teacher!