November 2013
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HELP YOUR CUSTOMERS
GEAR UP FOR A NEW SEASON!

 

GE Capital Sport credit program

for HDA, NSGA members

 

Hockey players everywhere are gearing up for a new season. And the costs of that gear will add up quickly. So, the GE Capital Sport program has come up with a plan for members of HDA and NSGA in the United States to provide financing services to drive your business growth and give your customers the affordable payment options they need.
 
The benefits for you from the GE Capital Sport program include closing more sales while preserving margins with lower credit costs, instant credit decisions, exceptional service, speed and accessibility, funding deposited into accounts within 48 hours and no monthly program fees.
 
The benefits for your customers include a dedicated credit line to spend at your store and various promotional financing offers from 6 to 18 months.
 
It's simple and easy for HDA and NSGA members in the U.S. to get started with the GE Capital Sport program by calling (866) 209-4457. And if you apply for the program and submit three new applications by Nov. 30, 2013, you will receive a $300 VISA gift card. You can also check out www.gogecapital.com for more information.

 

 


INVENTORY MANAGEMENT QUESTIONS?

NSGA WEBINARS CAN HELP

 

Do you have members of your staff who are interested in learning more about inventory management? Could you use a refresher yourself?

 

NSGA recently presented two exclusive webinars, led by inventory management expert Tom Shay, to members who participated in the NEXTGEN program. Both webinars are now available at www.nsga.org to all members and their employees. To access them, please visit the Learning Center and log in with your NSGA member ID.

 

The two-webinar package is available to non-members for $295.

  

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INDUSTRY NEWS

 

Reebok-CCM manufacturer of choice

among NHL players

 

Reebok-CCM is the manufacturer of choice for National Hockey League Players, according to a league-wide assessment report of active rosters conducted by the company.

 

Reebok-CCM conducts NHL usage assessments throughout the season and its results have the Montreal-based manufacturer leading in nine of 10 NHL usage categories. That includes 97 percent usage in shin guards, 88 percent in elbow pads and 75 percent in shoulder pads.


Bauer, impact protection leader

form partnership

 

bauerlogo Bauer Performance Sports and G-Form, a leader in the design and development of impact protection for elite athletes and consumer products, have formed an exclusive partnership. They will utilize patented technologies developed by both companies to launch FLEXORB, an innovative new material to be used in numerous protective products across the Bauer Performance Sports platform.

 

FLEXORB will debut in Bauer Hockey's latest line of protective base layer and its newest helmet, the Bauer Re-Akt 100. Both were unveiled at the annual BauerWorld event in October.

   

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BUSINESS BEAT

 

Top 10 list for a merry retail Christmas

 

Every retailer is hopeful for a successful Christmas season. Here's a look at 10 do's and don'ts to follow from the right way to greet customers, your staff's appearance and your product knowledge.

 

Click here to read the full story.

   

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CHECK OUT THE HDA NEW PRODUCT DIGEST!

 
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trusox Looking to give some new products a try in your store or pro shop? The Fall 2013 edition of the New Product Digest features a variety of hockey-related products for you to check out. 

  
sdgoalieshirtstikmate2 We'll be updating the New Product 
Digest periodically. If you want  to get the word out about one of your new products, send a detailed 
description of the product with photos, the MSRP (manufacturer's suggested retail price), website and contact information to Marty Maciaszek at [email protected].
 
Click here to view the New Product Digest.
 
 

STICK SHOCKER


Quebec Major Junior Hockey League coach Eric Veilleux didn't stick with what many people would consider the traditional means of expressing his displeasure with an official's call during a recent game.

 

Click here to see why Veilleux was fined $1,000 and suspended for two games. It's not really the best method for taking care of a vital piece of equipment.

 

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Sincerely,

 

Chuck Suritz

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Marty Maciaszek
[email protected] 

 


                      
 
        

 

                                                   
In This Issue
HELP YOUR CUSTOMERS GEAR UP FOR A NEW SEASON WITH THE GE CAPITAL SPORT CREDIT PROGRAM
INVENTORY MANAGEMENT QUESTIONS? NSGA WEBINARS CAN HELP
INDUSTRY NEWS... Reebok-CCM manufacturer of choice among NHL players
BUSINESS BEAT...Top 10 list for a merry retail Christmas
CHECK OUT THE HDA NEW PRODUCT DIGEST!
STICK SHOCKER
HDA and NSGA members have new ID numbers
 
If you are an HDA or NSGA member, you should have received information regarding your new ID number on Nov. 6. This allows you access to members-only content and services.
 
If you have not received your number or have questions, please contact NSGA at (800) 815-5422.

NSGA College Scholarship program begins
 
The application period for the third annual NSGA College Scholarship program is underway and runs through Jan. 17, 2014. The program is a great way to recognize employees who are high school seniors or college students with a $1,000 college scholarship.
 
Eighteen scholarships have been awarded to NSGA member employees the last two years. To learn more about the program, visit the College Scholarship information page or contact Erin Goodchild, Director of Member Services, at (800) 815-5422, ext. 1320 or at [email protected].

What's your beef?
Have an issue or problem related to the hockey industry? A concern about equipment or rules that you'd like to share with everyone? 
Click here to let us know about it.
Did you know?
The reason hockey jerseys are often referred to as sweaters is because they were in the early days of the sport. According to nhluniforms.com, players wore actual sweaters.
We want your news!
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