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looks and Feels to me we have reached the lows of RYUN-RYU and we are ready to move higher as good news and good revenues come out! I am anxious to see what sales look like this Quarter! :) Lots of good awareness for the company with a great fall line and new Ceo! These numbers should be higher then last quarter!!
1st q-$70k
2nd q-$106k
3rd q-? (have a feeling it will be higher then last quarter from what has happened this quarter)
And if company continues to grow rapidly we should see share price react as the company sales become higher and higher!! This is a huge play for anyone who owns shares in RYUN-RYU and I think RYUN-RYU share holders are holding something way bigger then what we are seeing! Time will tell!!!
Go RYU! :)
Imagine RYU announced in Sports Authority Stores!! That would be insane!
I guess this is the first deal with our new CEO Mr Campisi.I think there will be many more to come.
RYU Announces First International Partnership With Specialty Retailer Made 4 Fighters
Ticker Symbol: C:RYU U:RYUN
LAS VEGAS, NV -- (Marketwire) -- 10/17/12
Today, Respect Your Universe, Inc. (RYU) (TSX VENTURE: RYU) (OTCBB: RYUN), http://www.ryu.com/, is pleased to announce their first international distribution partnership with specialty retailer Made 4 Fighters (http://www.made4fighters.com/en/). Located in the United Kingdom, Made for Fighters is Europe's leading specialty retailer of MMA clothing, equipment and nutritional supplements. Made4Fighters.com will carry a variety of RYU apparel and gear from the Men's and Women's Fall 2012 lines (http://www.made4fighters.com/en/store/brand/ryu/).
"We have stayed at the forefront of the market because we are a one-stop-shop for MMA fighters or fans. Our focus has always been on offering the widest range of MMA product in Europe, and we like to showcase up-and-coming MMA brands as well as the more established ones. We've worked with a large number of MMA brands over the years but RYU offers something really special -- the highest quality of product, a management team who know the sports industry inside out, and a world class marketing campaign. We're all excited about the potential for RYU -- we've never seen this much hype about a brand!" commented Made 4 FightersManaging Director, Abby Williams.
As the European specialists in MMA, Made 4 Fighters is proud to offer the best and most informed customer advice to exceed their customers' expectations. Their dedicated team helps tens of thousands of customers; from MMA competitors, to complete novices, make informed choices about MMA related purchases each and every year.
"With Made 4 Fighters the leading specialty retailer on the forefront of the European market for Martial Arts fighters and fans, partnering with them is a great opportunity for RYU to be easily available and more accessible to the European market," said RYU CEO & Chairman, David Campisi. "We are looking forward to our new partnership with Made 4 Fighters and their Founder, David Fullerton, who is a Martial Arts enthusiast and has a reputation for providing the best Martial Arts apparel in Europe."
Founded on the principles of respect, honor, strength and sustainability, and influenced by the dedication of the athlete to the ancient sport of Martial Arts, RYU's innovative premium apparel and product for both performance and lifestyle was created to inspire all athletes to achieve greatness. By producing products that are environmentally, and ethically, sound, all of RYU's apparel and products are comprised of up to 90% organic and recycled materials utilizing some of the best yarn and fabric suppliers in the world.
Through the creation of innovative apparel and products that have less of an impact on the environment, RYU's fabrics and technologies boast the attributes of Moisture Control Fabric (AIR Weave), Thermal Control Fabric (FIRE Weave), Weather Resistant Fabric (WIND Weave) and Eco-Friendly Fabric (TERRA Weave). RYU's authenticity in its apparel and products is also reflected in the design of each item containing one or more symbols from ancient Samurai iconography.
RYU is an official sponsor of the UFC and will be visible in various elements throughout the UFC events in 2012 including logo displays and live announcements during bouts along with television promotions and placement on the UFC website including their web store.
European customers can now purchase RYU from Made 4 Fighters over the phone on 0871 951 2222, or by visiting www.made4fighters.com. For more information on RYU visit http://www.ryu.com or call +1-888-455-6183 ext. 101.
About Respect Your Universe
Respect Your Universe, Inc. (TSX VENTURE: RYU) (OTCBB: RYUN) is a premium performance apparel and equipment company rooted in and inspired by Mixed Martial Arts. Focused on the needs of the athlete, RYU brings innovative design, development and production of premium authentic performance gear with style to mixed martial artists and athlete enthusiasts worldwide. The RYU brand is based on respect, strength, honor and sustainability. Respect to the End.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Contact Information
Corporate Information:
Respect Your Universe, Inc.
http://www.ryu.com
Public Relations:
Respect your Universe, Inc.
pr@ryu.com
Investor Relations:
+1-888-455-6183 ext 102
ir@ryu.com
About Made 4 Fighters
Made4Fighters.com is Europe's leading specialist retailer of MMA clothing, equipment and supplement nutrition products. The business was launched in November 2007 with the simple mission statement of, "Providing the widest range of products for MMA fans or fighters, at affordable prices". The rapid growth of the business has meant Made 4 Fighters needed to relocate distribution centre for the third time from a 10,000 sq ft warehouse to a facility more than twice the size in June 2012.
As the specialists in MMA, Made 4 Fighters is proud to offer the best and most informed customer advice to ensure we exceed our customers' expectations. Our dedicated team of customer centric staff help tens of thousands of customers make informed choices about MMA related purchases each and every year; from MMA competitors, to complete novices.
The company was founded by MMA enthusiast David Fullerton in 2007 who was frustrated by the lack of good quality branded MMA product. Made 4 Fighters quickly became the customers' choice, with a reputation for the best product range and industry expertise. Though the company has grown massively since launching over five years ago, its reputation as Europe's only true experts in Mixed Martial Arts product is still at the heart of Made 4 Fighters business today.
For more information or product images, please contact Made 4 Fighters via the press office contact@made4fighters.com or call the marketing department on 0044 (0)113 204 2417.
Forward-Looking Statements
Except for the statements of historical fact contained herein, the information presented in this news release constitutes "forward-looking statements" as such term is used in applicable securities law, including statements regarding RYU's distribution partnership with Made 4 Fighters. These forward-looking statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, which may cause the actual results, performance or achievements of RYU to be materially different from any future results, performance or achievements expressed or implied by such forward-looking statements. These risks and uncertainties include, among others, that sales of our apparel products through our distribution partners may not be as significant as anticipated. Except as required by law, RYU undertakes no responsibility to update any of the statements contained in this news release.
Neither the TSX Venture Exchange nor its Regulation Services Provider (as that term is defined in policies of the TSX Venture Exchange) accepts responsibility for the adequacy or accuracy of this release.
Contact Information
Corporate Information:
Respect Your Universe, Inc.
http://www.ryu.com
Respect signs distribution deal with Made 4 Fighters
Ticker Symbol: C:RYUN
Respect Your Universe Inc (C:RYU)(OTC:RYUN)
Shares Issued 48,322,128
Last Close 10/16/2012 $0.82
Wednesday October 17 2012 - News Release
Mr. David Campisi reports
RYU ANNOUNCES FIRST INTERNATIONAL PARTNERSHIP WITH SPECIALTY RETAILER MADE 4 FIGHTERS
Respect Your Universe Inc. has entered its first international distribution partnership with specialty retailer Made 4 Fighters. Located in the United Kingdom, Made for Fighters is Europe's leading specialty retailer of mixed martial arts clothing, equipment and nutritional supplements. The Made 4 Fighters website will carry a variety of RYU apparel and gear from the men's and women's fall 2012 lines.
"We have stayed at the forefront of the market because we are a one-stop-shop for MMA fighters or fans. Our focus has always been on offering the widest range of MMA product in Europe, and we like to showcase up-and-coming MMA brands as well as the more established ones. We've worked with a large number of MMA brands over the years but RYU offers something really special -- the highest quality of product, a management team who know the sports industry inside out, and a world class marketing campaign. We're all excited about the potential for RYU -- we've never seen this much hype about a brand!" commented Made 4 FightersManaging Director, Abby Williams.
As the European specialists in MMA, Made 4 Fighters is proud to offer the best and most informed customer advice to exceed their customers' expectations. Their dedicated team helps tens of thousands of customers; from MMA competitors, to complete novices, make informed choices about MMA related purchases each and every year.
"With Made 4 Fighters the leading specialty retailer on the forefront of the European market for Martial Arts fighters and fans, partnering with them is a great opportunity for RYU to be easily available and more accessible to the European market," said RYU CEO & Chairman, David Campisi. "We are looking forward to our new partnership with Made 4 Fighters and their Founder, David Fullerton, who is a Martial Arts enthusiast and has a reputation for providing the best Martial Arts apparel in Europe."
Founded on the principles of respect, honor, strength and sustainability, and influenced by the dedication of the athlete to the ancient sport of Martial Arts, RYU's innovative premium apparel and product for both performance and lifestyle was created to inspire all athletes to achieve greatness. By producing products that are environmentally, and ethically, sound, all of RYU's apparel and products are comprised of up to 90% organic and recycled materials utilizing some of the best yarn and fabric suppliers in the world.
Through the creation of innovative apparel and products that have less of an impact on the environment, RYU's fabrics and technologies boast the attributes of Moisture Control Fabric (AIR Weave), Thermal Control Fabric (FIRE Weave), Weather Resistant Fabric (WIND Weave) and Eco-Friendly Fabric (TERRA Weave). RYU's authenticity in its apparel and products is also reflected in the design of each item containing one or more symbols from ancient Samurai iconography.
RYU is an official sponsor of the UFC and will be visible in various elements throughout the UFC events in 2012 including logo displays and live announcements during bouts along with television promotions and placement on the UFC website including their web store.
European customers can now purchase RYU from Made 4 Fighters over the phone on 0871 951 2222, or by visiting the Made4fighters website.
About Made 4 Fighters
Made4Fighters.com is Europe's leading specialist retailer of MMA clothing, equipment and supplement nutrition products. The business was launched in November 2007 with the simple mission statement of, "Providing the widest range of products for MMA fans or fighters, at affordable prices". The rapid growth of the business has meant Made 4 Fighters needed to relocate distribution centre for the third time from a 10,000 sq ft warehouse to a facility more than twice the size in June 2012.
As the specialists in MMA, Made 4 Fighters is proud to offer the best and most informed customer advice to ensure we exceed our customers' expectations. Our dedicated team of customer centric staff help tens of thousands of customers make informed choices about MMA related purchases each and every year; from MMA competitors, to complete novices.
The company was founded by MMA enthusiast David Fullerton in 2007 who was frustrated by the lack of good quality branded MMA product. Made 4 Fighters quickly became the customers' choice, with a reputation for the best product range and industry expertise. Though the company has grown massively since launching over five years ago, its reputation as Europe's only true experts in Mixed Martial Arts product is still at the heart of Made 4 Fighters business today.
© 2012 Canjex Publishing Ltd.
E. SILVA vs. FITCH
The old dog issued a valuable lesson to the young lion in welterweight action, as longtime contender Jon Fitch put on one of his most impressive performances yet, pounding out a three round unanimous decision over hot prospect Erick Silva.
“I would have beaten anybody tonight,” said the former welterweight title challenger.
Scores were 30-27 and 29-28 twice for Fitch, who improves to 27-4-1 with 1 NC. Silva falls to 14-3 with 1 NC.
Fitch took advantage of Silva’s first striking attempt, catching a kick and taking the Brazilian to the mat. Silva shot back up, but Fitch wouldn’t let him escape, taking his back and firing away with right hands as he tried to get both hooks in. Midway through the round, Fitch looked for a standing arm triangle, but Silva got free and landed with a front kick and hard right hand. At close range, the two locked up and both got off strikes, and the exchange ended with Fitch getting Silva to the fence and later taking him to the mat just before the bell.
Starting off the second round with a nice uppercut to the jaw of Silva, Fitch suddenly got tripped to the mat by the 170-pound prospect, and Silva pounded away with hammerfists in an attempt to take control. Fitch used his veteran experience to survive though, and with 3:25 left, he got loose and bulled Silva to the fence. A missed takedown attempt allowed Silva to get Fitch to the bout though, and soon after, it was Silva sinking in a rear naked choke. After a few rough moments, Fitch remarkably found a way out and sunk in an armbar just before the end of the round, turning the tide once again, but Silva was able to make it out of the second stanza.
A quick takedown by Fitch opened the third, and Silva looked exhausted as Fitch took his back and pounded away with right hands. 90 seconds in though, it was time for Silva to resurrect himself, and he got free and locked in a guillotine choke. At this late juncture, Fitch was able to get out of danger, and he quickly regained control, dumping Silva to the mat again. Fitch proceeded to pound away with both hands, and Silva, while game, had no recourse but to take the punishment until he was saved by the bell.
I scammed you? lol Bullfrog is a real deal and a good deal to hold stock in. I am sure you will see some good things happen with BFGC very soon as it is a good deal. I also purchased stock in it and am down myself. However, if you hold and put your money into real deals and not just invest in pump and dump deals you may actually make some money.
That being said RYU and BFGC are two separate companies so I don't follow why your talking about bfgc on RYUN Board. And I hope you watched UFC 153 this week. RYU was all over the octagon as well sponsoring John Fitch which had a beautiful victory. RYU has raised over 12 million to date. The Ceo is the ex Ceo of Sports Authority and also has the Ex CFO of Nike.
If you have any further questions in regards to any of the deals feel free to email me @ greenstockpick@gmail.com and ask me further questions, rather then commenting negative things on good companies.
Best of luck with your trades,
Hey you scammed me bullfrog is in the toilet down 70 percent since I told me to buy
it is just the third Q but the percentage gain will be good.I'm sure RYU is hard at work opening sales channels.The new store will be a great proof of concept for RYU.
Sales are there bud 70k first q 106 snd q and lets see what 3rd q of sales brings us! Now that we have Campisi we should see much more in sales! Look at the positives of this company New Ceo David Campisi Store in vegas opens this coming week or next week and company is doing a great job of marketing.!! To me this is a company with much bigger sales to come!
RYU!!!
Need sales sales sales and fast and shoes
Is it me or is it me? The selling has dried up soooo much!!! Nothing but upward movement our bids are becoming stronger selling is minimal we are looking good! like I said if the chart continues to be similar to TRLG then the next move for ryun is to keep going up and up much higher!!! Been saying this since 0.65 and I am going to keep saying it now!!!
very little selling nothing but upward trend!!!
I keep watching and buying when i can love RYU!!!
RYU will be like T R and LULU. Keep watching
Was I right or was I right! This company is to good of a company to keep going lower.I smelt a reversal on this! and It looks like its happening for me!! RYUN like I said trades very similar to True Religion and if it continues to trade similar we are looking to see over one dollar share price!!
Management+Funding+good company values=Success And guess what?......Ryu matches that formula!!
Love this company!!!
100k bid @ 0.68~!!! Interesting from watching this trade and now seeing this bid really makes me think something is up!!
another day with more buys then sells if this keeps up we are going to see a lot more green days to come! There is only one way i see this stock price going and that is up as the company continues to build!
A lot more buys on the offer then sells on the bids the last few trading days! I feel a reversal in the stock price is well on its way!
This could get huge as we move into higher revenues for a 3rd quarter straight!! Very excited to see what the outcome is!
I think the percentage gained from Quarter to quarter will be fine.The overall #s are not going to supper big but we just got started into sales this year.I'm sure management is working hard on it.RYU gear sure looks great that is for sure!
if RYU has a good quarter we should be on our way to start to see a nice reversal on the stock. if we have three quarters in a row and the numbers are all higher then the last quarter that is huge to know this company is building and getting stronger and stronger!
RYU has always performed well considering the challenging market we have faced for the last 4 years. Gear looks nice. Good to be cashed up and have a real Blue chip CEO and CFO and COO ..LOL RYU Needs some international sales to help struggling U.S. economy.On the other hand apparel like this is doing very well.Look at LuLu #s from a month ago.... they look strong.
Exactly I saw the same correlation with trlg but did not mention it here on yahoo yes when sales really kick in it will go to 20 within one year
another up day there is only one way i feel this stock can move which is up!!
RYU looking good! I dont see us going any lower I think company will put up more sales then they did last quarter I am excited to see our sales this coming quarter. And with having Campisi as our new Ceo I think we see some solid numbers!!
people selling going to regret selling RYU!! as we have the next TRLG and LULU on our hands!! I cant get over how similar TRLG chart in 2003/2004 is to RYUN its sick!!! We have a 20 dollar stock in our hands come 2015 and 1.50 come 2013!!!
LOVE RYU!!!!
This is a shakeout of the stock.People that sell here r going to regret it.
:) yesssirrr!!!! the paper is all in strong hands now hahahhaha!!!! ALl I can vision is this stock starting to go back up again and never stopping or never coming back down to these prices ever!!!
Good bye weak hands.Hello funds!
Lots of liquidity today! Good sign imo!!
the first quarter of ever selling clothes started in March we did 70k in sales second quarter we did around 106k in sales third quarter we hired David Campisi as the CEO so lets watch what sales look like come this third quarter. Sales are coming buddy!! And business is moving very strong!! Keep watching sales growth and you will see the stock react as business develops and I am betting we soon see massive sales the rates we are growing from first quarter!!! My suggestion to anyone is take a position you can handle and one day I think sooner then later we see a much higher share price as the business is growing rapidly and has massive growth potential!!
I have been following this company since it traded public and the rate the company is moving and growing and building their business i think we have $1.50 share price on our hands come not this quarter but the quarter after as i feel the company is ready to explode!!!
Very Excited for Respect Your Universe!!!!
I see RYU has 3 fighters at UFC 152 Toronto. Nice
Need sales sales sales in a hurry no more dilution
Check out the Tap Out obesity! This was held at the House Of Ryu!! Already over 12,000 views on YouTube!!
The chart looks great. This stock has been awesome ever since the IPO ..
Lol we have just started sales 2 quarters ago and we have shown an increase from first quarter sales and now we have hired Campisi as new ceo so now if your an investor you should be betting whether or not sales increase from the last quarter and if they drastically increase and then we have Christmas underway!! Be prepared for some good numbers!! OR at least i am betting we see good sales! For what we have with this company this company is now very under valued and with more good numbers i think we soon see a rally over a dollar!!
This will make you feel better.Have a look at this gentlemen.
RYU Appoints David Campisi to Chairman & Chief Executive Officer
Aug 13, 2012 8:30:00 AM
LAS VEGAS, NV--(Marketwire - August 13, 2012) - Today, Respect Your Universe, Inc. (TSX VENTURE: RYU) (OTCBB: RYUN), http://www.ryu.com/, is pleased to announce that they have appointed Senior Retail Industry Executive David Campisi to Chairman and Chief Executive Officer of RYU. Joining the RYU Board of Directors in March of 2012, Mr. Campisi was the former Chairman, President and CEO of The Sports Authority from 2004-2011 and brings more than 30 years of visionary experience in the retail industry for soft and hard goods, as well as specialty and mass production, to RYU.
During his time as CEO at The Sports Authority, Mr. Campisi was responsible for implementing new strategic imperatives, bringing $100 million in e-Commerce business in-house, negotiating long-term multi-million dollar deals to acquire naming rights for the Bronco's stadium in Denver, and establishing two major foundations for the Sports Authority, including the "Sports Authority Foundation" and "Pass the Good Foundation."
"We are thrilled about David Campisi becoming the new Chairman and CEO of RYU," said Kristian Andresen, previously residing Chairman of RYU. "With his extensive expertise, experience and knowledge in the retail industry, he will help further accelerate and execute the growth of RYU in the direction we are quickly moving in."
Prior to joining RYU, Mr. Campisi also served as the Executive Vice President at KOHL'S as GMM Women's Apparel, Accessories, Intimates and Cosmetics, the Senior Vice President for Fred Meyer, Inc., and Director of Apparel, Home and Electronics, GMM Apparel and Vice President of DMM Women's Apparel and the Vice President of Meier & Frank for DMM Women's Apparel.
"I'm very excited about joining RYU, there's something very special happening here. The premium high quality training product, with a great story, and has an edge that's different from all the players in the space. I look forward to working with the team at RYU, and making a significant contribution on building our business together," said David Campisi.
Our former Chief Executive Officer Christopher Martens resigned on August 13, 2012. In connection with his resignation, the Company agreed to pay Mr. Martens four months' salary as severance.
Founded on the principles of respect, strength, honor and sustainability, and influenced by the dedication of the athlete to the ancient sport of Martial Arts, RYU's innovative premium apparel and product for both performance and lifestyle was created to inspire all athletes to achieve greatness. By producing products that are environmentally, and ethically, sound, all of RYU's apparel and products are comprised of up to 90% organic and recycled materials utilizing some of the best yarn and fabric suppliers in the world.
Through the creation of innovative apparel and products that have less of an impact on the environment, RYU's fabrics and technologies boast the attributes of Moisture Control Fabric (AIR Weave), Thermal Control Fabric (FIRE Weave), Weather Resistant Fabric (WIND Weave) and Eco-Friendly Fabric (TERRA Weave). RYU's authenticity in its apparel and products is also reflected in the design of each item containing one or more symbols from ancient Samurai iconography.
RYU is an official sponsor of the UFC and will be visible in various elements throughout the UFC events in 2012 including logo displays and live announcements during bouts along with television promotions and placement on the UFC website including their web store.
For more information on RYU visit http://www.ryu.com or call +1-888-455-6183 ext. 101.
About Respect Your Universe Respect Your Universe, Inc. (OTCBB: RYUN) is a premium performance apparel and equipment company rooted in and inspired by Mixed Martial Arts. Focused on the needs of the athlete, RYU brings innovative design, development and production of premium authentic performance gear with style to mixed martial artists and athlete enthusiasts worldwide. The RYU brand is based on respect, strength, honor and sustainability. Respect to the End.
RYU is in great shape with there CEO Dave Campisi just coming on board.Why do u make it sound so desperate? Looks great to me.It takes time to build a real business.
$5,000,125.00 dollar raise and the ex CEO of Sports Authority on board.
RYU Closes Public Offering of Common Stock
LAS VEGAS, NV -- (Marketwire) -- 08/03/12 -- Today, Respect Your Universe, Inc. (RYU) (OTCBB: RYUN) http://www.ryu.com/, a premium performance apparel and equipment company rooted in and inspired by Mixed Martial Arts, is pleased to announce the completion this morning of a public offering (the "Offering") of shares of common stock (the "Shares") pursuant to a long form prospectus filed in British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Ontario, New Brunswick and Nova Scotia and a registration statement filed with the Securities and Exchange Commission on Form S-1 in the United States. In the Offering, RYU sold a total of 5,882,500 Shares at a price of $0.85 per Share for total gross proceeds of $5,000,125.
RYU is also pleased to announce that, effective at the opening of the market on August 3, 2012, the Shares were listed on the TSX Venture Exchange (the "TSXV"). The TSXV has halted the trading in the Shares pending receipt of final documentation of the public offering. RYU anticipates that the Shares will trade on the TSXV on or about August 9, 2012 under the symbol "RYU".
Salman Partners Inc. acted as placement agent for the offering.
"We are extremely pleased to announce the closing of the Offering," said RYU Chairman, Kristian Andresen. "We look forward to our listing on the TSXV, and believe it is a step in the continued success of our growing brand."
For more information on RYU visit http://www.ryu.com or call +1-888-455-6183 ext. 101.
About Respect Your Universe
Respect Your Universe, Inc. (OTCBB: RYUN) is a premium performance apparel and equipment company rooted in and inspired by Mixed Martial Arts. Focused on the needs of the athlete, RYU brings innovative design, development and production of premium authentic performance gear with style to mixed martial artists and athlete enthusiasts worldwide. The RYU brand is based on respect, strength, honor and sustainability. Respect to the End.
Need Sales in a big way fast They need to hit on Nordstroms
I hope everyone had a great week, and please see below the link for RYU on the HOMEPAGE of MensFitness.com for the prize package giveaway they are promoting over the next month:
http://www.mensfitness.com/
http://www.mensfitness.com/giveaways/win-a-respect-your-universe-training-gear-package
Respect hires Fidel Thomas for six months of IR
Respect Your Universe Inc RYUN
Shares Issued 48,322,128
Last Close 9/10/2012 $0.80
Tuesday September 11 2012 - News Release
An anonymous director reports
RYU ANNOUNCES CONSULTING AGREEMENT
Today, Respect Your Universe Inc. signed a consulting agreement dated Sept. 1, 2012, with Fidel Thomas, whereby RYU has retained Mr. Thomas as an independent contractor to provide investor-relations consulting services to RYU. RYU has agreed to pay Mr. Thomas a monthly consulting fee of $3,800 plus HST. The agreement is for a term of six months and one week from the date of the agreement and is subject to the approval of the TSX Venture Exchange.
Nice to hear from our CEO Mr.Campisi....RYU is in excellent hands.Lots of good things coming in the near future for RYU.
CEO Shareholder Memo September 2012
2012-09-11 06:30 PT - News Release
PORTLAND, OR -- (Marketwire) -- 09/11/12
The following is a memo from the Respect Your Universe, Inc. (TSX VENTURE: RYU) (OTCBB: RYUN), http://www.ryu.com/, Chief Executive Officer to Stockholders.
To all RYU shareholders,
After 4 weeks on the ground, including a week at the Spring 13 Magic show in Las Vegas, I wanted to reach out to all of you and tell you how excited I am to be here leading RYU. I truly believe RYU has the potential to be the next iconic brand in the apparel industry. The story of Respect, Strength, Honor, and Sustainability resonates on a global level. I believe more now than ever we have something special.
It is important that we build a 5 year strategy that is achievable, putting a structure together that allows us to build great product, tell a great story, service the business, and build a great team. We must however, put first things first, and walk before we run.
You can trust that I am a highly disciplined executive who will put the right processes and accountabilities in place that will deliver the results you expect and deserve.
During the next 100 days we intend to focus on the following key priorities.
1. Driving wholesale, e-commerce, and our retail store revenue with our current Fall 12 inventory and securing Spring 13 bookings. It's time to execute.
2. Opening our Las Vegas store in a big way by mid-October. This will be a laboratory in developing the RYU secret sauce (ala Lululemon).
3. Focusing our assortment using the "80/20 rule." At this stage of development you will find that 20% of your inventory will drive 80% of your sales. We intend to identify the key items, identifying the "hidden gems" in our current men's and women's line. We than anticipate making big things happen with the right inventory investment, demand forecasting, presentation and marketing support.
As we move past this critical time frame, we anticipate our strategic 5 year plan will be completed. We intend to continue to invest in the business, and raise the capital to operate the way I believe we can and hire the right talent. A great strategy must have the right talent to execute and deliver the results.
I take your investment seriously and would like to conclude with what I have always believed. Companies that win are the companies that communicate the best.
Onward,
David
David Campisi
Chairman & CEO RYU
Respect Your Universe
This shareholder letter contains certain forward-looking statements regarding the Company's short and long-term business strategy. These forward-looking statements are based on current information and expectations, and are subject to risks and uncertainties discussed in our filings with the Securities and Exchange Commission and Canadian securities commissions, which could cause the Company's actual results to differ materially from expected results. Unless required by applicable law, we undertake no obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements, whether as a result of new information, future events, or otherwise.
Contact Information
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Respect Your Universe, Inc.
http://www.ryu.com
Public Relations:
Respect your Universe, Inc.
pr@ryu.com
Investor Relations:
+1-888-455-6183 ext 102
ir@ryu.com
LuLuLemon is setting a great trend for RYU to follow.
Lululemon stretches presence
The Canadian Press September 9, 2012 Lululemon Athletica Inc. plans to continue expansion into international markets with its yoga and running apparel and won't shift its brand to fashion wear, CEO Christine Day said Friday.
"Looking ahead, we are excited about the opportunity to bring Lululemon to other communities around the globe and are continuing our steady foray into the international market," Day said after the company reported a big increase in quarterly profit.
Vancouver-based Lululemon plans to open 35 corporate-owned stores plus two outlets in fiscal 2012, while noting its e-commerce business is growing rapidly as well. Day said a London showroom has opened and a second Hong Kong showroom is expect to open in a month.
Lululemon shares shot up 12.4 per cent, gaining $8.54, to close at $77.44 Friday on the Toronto Stock Exchange.
Lululemon operates in Canada, the U.S. and Asia. Day didn't name any specific locations but said expansion will be through "direct control and ownership where it makes sense."
While the company's clothing has wide appeal, Day said Lululemon will remain committed to athletic apparel.
"I want to be really clear we aren't shifting the brand to fashion," she said on a conference call. "What we believe we do better than anyone in the world is create such a beautiful athletic product that it can be used for multipurpose."
In its second-quarter results, Lululemon said net earnings were $57.2 million or 39 cents per share in the three months ended July 29.
That compared with net earnings of $38.4 million or 26 cents per share in the second quarter of fiscal 2011.
The boost in profit came as Lululemon reported a rise in revenue of 33 per cent in the period to $282.6 million from $212.3 million in the same quarter of fiscal 2011.
Lululemon opened its first store in 1998 in Vancouver and has expanded to 137 stores in the past decade.
Read more: http://www.theprovince.com/business/Lululemon+stretches+presence/7213634/story.html#ixzz25zgYMRMd
What's the deal with RYUN volume surge on Friday?
Respect grants option to buy 600,000 shares
2012-09-06 18:24 ET - News Release
An anonymous director reports
RYU GRANT OF STOCK OPTIONS TO DAVID CAMPISI
Respect Your Universe Inc. has granted David Campisi stock options to purchase up to 600,000 common shares of the company. Each stock option is exercisable at a price of 89 U.S. cents per common share until Aug. 13, 2022.
Great reaction from the market on this news release! :)
I trade futures but new in penny land trying to figure the charts and indicators to buy in at wholesale.
Up .21 to .85 on the U.S.A/RYUN 427k volume nice.
Up .19 on the TSX Venture to .84 Big boys r lovin RYU today! Shorts r going to get fried!
Very unusual volume here with ryun!! Something is going on thats for sure!!
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Mr. Leone is highly regarded as a visionary in the fashion industry. Recognized as one of North America’s leading retailers operating one of the Canada’s largest and most successful independent specialty stores for over 16 years, Mr. Leone's entrepreneurial achievements are a result of his strong leadership, strategic vision and ability to raise capital. In 2012 he founded Naturo Group Investments Inc., which owns Trace Blackwater, a rapidly growing private beverage company with distribution in over 2,000 locations. Mr. Leone has been an RYU investor since 2011.
Mr. Villa is a Chartered Professional Accountant (CPA, CA) with six years of post-designation professional experience, four of which he spent helping to transform finance departments.
Prior to joining RYU, he held controllership and financial reporting roles in three Vancouver based mining companies with operations in North America. Mr. Villa began his professional career at Deloitte in the audit and assurance practice serving notable Canadian public companies in the IT and mining industries for four years. Mr. Villa has a Bachelor of Science in Business Management with concentrations in entrepreneurship and marketing from Babson College in the United States.
Treya is the former Director and President of AnK Apparel Manufacturer, one of the leading technical apparel manufacturers in Canada and Asia. AnK’s customer base included Polo RLX, Lululemon, Eddie Bauer, Cabelas, Sitka, Gander Mountain, Department of National Defense, Mountain Equipment Co-Op, and Arcteryx. With over twenty-eight years of experience in the apparel industry and the current Account Manager of Polartec, Treya will be assisting the team at RYU in developing and creating the newest, most innovative textile platforms. Polartec are the creators of Polartec® fabrics—the most advanced performance textiles available today.
Juliet’s past roles include Lululemon, O’Neill, and Filmar. Juliet has a strong background in apparel manufacturing, developing private label products for many of the top brands in the outdoor and performance sports labels. Customers include North Face, Vans, Marmot, Spider, and Swix. As the Brand Product Manager at Lululemon, Juliet was responsible for branding of collections and integrating technologies, fabrics and products which helped shape some of Lululemon’s most popular apparel products. As the Product and Marketing Manager at Filmar and O’Neill, she shaped product strategies, including directing the design and technical product team. Additional experience includes visionary and entrepreneurial roles in active apparel and specialty equipment companies.
Mr. Briglio has over 25 years of sales management, brand development and marketing experience in the sports industry with both local and international brands. He was instrumental in making Swany Canada the #1 selling performance winter sport glove in North America taking the company from a start up to the market leader in the industry. His previous experience includes Helly Hansen, Scarpa and Deuter as well as developing dealer programs for Costco, MEC, Sport Chek, Sport Experts, REI, Blackcomb and The Bay among hundreds of others.
Damien brings a wealth of experience in innovate design and brand development. His client base includes Thule, Lululemon, Atomic, Simms Fishing, Race Face, Sitka Gear, Blurr and Marmot. As a designer for these apparel and specialty equipment companies, Damien created unique and ground-breaking products that produced unprecedented results for these brands. Damien’s team was instrumental in the design for Lululemon’s first technical outwear line. Bad Monkey has won numerous awards for ground-breaking innovation in apparel, hard goods, and accessories.
Mr. Leone is highly regarded as a visionary in the fashion industry. Recognized as one of North America’s leading retailers operating one of the Canada’s largest and most successful independent specialty stores for over 16 years, Mr. Leone's entrepreneurial achievements are a result of his strong leadership, strategic vision and ability to raise capital. In 2012 he founded Naturo Group Investments Inc., which owns Trace Blackwater, a rapidly growing private beverage company with distribution in over 2,000 locations. Mr. Leone has been an RYU investor since 2011.
Mr. Ciambrelli has 30 years experience in sales development and management of consumer brands with a focus on the food and beverage industry. His experience includes work with Pepsi Co, Hostess/Frito Lay, Chupa Chups, Lindt, Ricola, and JVF Planters. Formerly Director of Business Development, Pacific at AirSprint a company that specializes in private aviation solutions, and Regional Manager, Western Canada at Johnvince Foods, Mr. Ciambrelli is currently President of Naturo Group Investments Inc., a nutritional beverage and food company.
Mrs. Leone is well respected in the Vancouver business community for her social involvement and business acumen. In the early 1970s, in partnership with her husband, Mrs. Leone played an integral role in opening a chain of successful boutiques in Vancouver’s most prestigious shopping districts. In 1987, they consolidated all the individual boutiques to open LEONE, a 30,000 square foot premier fashion destination in downtown Vancouver. As Vice President of LEONE, she has been instrumental in the fashion, operation and growth of the well-known retailer for the past 27 years
Mr. Marcus has been Senior Managing Director of Hedgeharbor, Inc., and President of its affiliate Evolution Trading Partner, LLC. Prior to this, Mr. Marcus was Executive Vice-President, Head of Sales North America for Newedge Group where he led sales, business development and coordination between the global offices and several of its parent banking groups. Mr. Marcus directly managed top global relationships with financial institutions, including: asset managers, hedge funds, CTAs, investors, professional trading groups, corporations, governments and family offices.
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