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  • S&S Activewear Releases Inaugural Annual Sustainability Report, Showcasing 2024 Progress Toward a More Responsible Future

    Bolingbrook, ILSeptember 2, 2025 S&S Activewear is proud to announce the release of its first Annual Sustainability Report, marking a significant milestone in the company’s journey to create a more sustainable and responsible business. The report provides a transparent overview of S&S’s 2024 sustainability achievements across environmental, social, and governance (ESG) areas, underscoring its long-term commitment to people, planet, and purpose.

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  • Gildan Names S&S Activewear as Exclusive Wholesale Distributor for American Apparel® in the U.S.

    Bolingbrook, ILAugust 5, 2025 Gildan is pleased to announce an agreement granting exclusive wholesale distribution rights to S&S Activewear for its American Apparel® brand in the U.S. imprintables market. This agreement establishes a platform to continue strengthening brand awareness and further drive sales.

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  • S&S Activewear Upgrades Technology Partnership with commonsku Platform

    Bolingbrook, ILJuly 17, 2025 S&S Activewear, a leading technology-enabled distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, announced an upgraded partnership with commonsku, a comprehensive order management and e-commerce solution for promotional product professionals.

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  • Hanes Names S&S Activewear Exclusive Distributor for Printwear Channel

    Bolingbrook, ILJune 9, 2025 S&S Activewear and HanesBrands Inc. are proud to announce a landmark agreement that makes S&S the exclusive distributor of the Hanes brand in the U.S. printwear channel. This milestone builds on a decades-long partnership and sets the stage for a bold new era of growth, innovation and customer focus.

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  • S&S Activewear Launches AllPro

    Bolingbrook, ILFebruary 17, 2025 S&S Activewear, a leading technology-enabled distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, announced the launch of AllPro, the company’s exclusive new brand of high-quality apparel designed for the corporate channel, teams and beyond. From school, corporate and hospitality uniforms to styles for active individuals and teams, the line features budget-friendly t-shirts, sport shirts and quarter-zips tailored for men, women and youth.

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  • S&S Activewear Strengthens Canadian Division

    Bolingbrook, ILFebruary 4, 2025 S&S Activewear, a leading technology-enabled distributor of apparel and accessories in North America, is reinforcing its commitment to Canada with significant investments in its Canadian division. As part of this initiative, the company is pleased to announce a new commercial structure and key leadership appointments, effective Feb. 1, 2025.

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  • S&S Activewear Announces New Chief Financial Officer Appointment

    Bolingbrook, ILNovember 25, 2024 S&S Activewear, (“S&S”), is delighted to announce Pablo Mercado as its new Chief Financial Officer (CFO), taking over the role on November 25, 2024. After a comprehensive search to find the perfect candidate, Pablo joins with over 24 years of leadership in finance.

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  • S&S Activewear Completes Acquisition of alphabroder

    Bolingbrook, ILOctober 3, 2024 S&S Activewear, a tech-enabled specialty distributor of apparel and accessories, today announced that it has completed its acquisition of alphabroder, a leading distributor of trade, retail, apparel brands and branded products. Completion of the transaction enables S&S and alphabroder to commence a thoughtful, multi-year integration process designed to ensure the combined company continues to deliver exceptional customer service, while leveraging the strengths of both brand offerings.

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  • S&S Activewear and alphabroder Announce Agreement to Combine and Create the Premier Partner for the Apparel Industry

    Bolingbrook, IL and Trevose, PAAugust 6, 2024 S&S Activewear, a tech-enabled provider of apparel and accessories, today announced that it has reached an agreement to acquire alphabroder, a leading distributor of trade, retail, apparel brands and branded products. The combined company will unite two premier branded apparel distributors to better serve customers and suppliers across the diversified corporate and consumer markets.

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  • S&S Welcomes Toby Whitmoyer as Chief Commercial Officer

    Bolingbrook, ILJuly 9, 2024 As part of ongoing efforts to enhance capabilities and strengthen their team, S&S Activewear is pleased to announce the creation of a new executive role, Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). Toby Whitmoyer will join as the company’s new CCO, reporting directly to Frank Myers, CEO.

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  • S&S Welcomes Alaina Brooks as Chief Legal Officer

    Bolingbrook, ILOctober 26, 2023 Building upon its commitment to excellence and growth, S&S proudly announces the onboarding of Alaina Brooks as the Chief Legal Officer. Alaina comes with over 23 years of experience, having served on executive leadership teams responsible for strategic planning, operational performance, and company culture.

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  • L2 Brands Acquires Ouray Sportswear from S&S Activewear

    Hanover, PA and Bolingbrook, ILJanuary 3, 2023 L2 Brands, a leading designer, manufacturer, and marketer of custom apparel and headwear, and S&S Activewear ("S&S"), a leading distributor of apparel and accessories, today announced that L2 Brands (“L2”) has acquired Ouray Sportswear (“Ouray”) and Locale Outdoor (“Locale”) from S&S. Ouray and Locale joins L2 Brands with significant opportunities to capitalize on the growing market for high-quality, customized sportswear across the destination, collegiate, golf and consumer branded channels.

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  • S&S Activewear Announces CEO Transition as President Frank Myers Becomes New CEO

    Bolingbrook, ILOctober 20, 2022 S&S Activewear (“S&S”), a leading wholesaler of apparel and accessories in North America, today announced that, effective November 1st, the current President, Frank Myers, will be named Chief Executive Officer as Jim Shannon transitions from his role as CEO to Vice Chairman of its Board of Directors.

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  • S&S Activewear Opens Sustainable Distribution Center in West Chester Township, Ohio

    Bolingbrook, ILAugust 30, 2022 S&S Activewear (“S&S”)is excited to announce the expansion of its Midwest operations with the opening of its new distribution center in West Chester Township, Ohio. The newly opened location just outside of Cincinnati will expand the distribution network and improve service levels, while reducing pressure on other locations within the network to better serve the growing customer base in the region.

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  • S&S Activewear Expanding Midwest Distribution in Ohio

    Bolingbrook, ILMay 25, 2022 S&S Activewear (“S&S”)is expanding its Midwest operations with a new distribution center in West Chester Township, Ohio. The location just outside of Cincinnati will expand the distribution network and improve service levels while reducing pressure on other locations within the network to better serve the growing customer base in the region.

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