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Payless ShoeSource Announces Military Discount Program in All U.S. and Puerto Rico Stores Beginning This Independence Day Weekend

Jun 30, 2011

TOPEKA, Kan., June 30, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Officially launching this Independence Day weekend to honor and support the members of the U.S. Armed Forces and their dedication to serving the country and maintaining its freedoms, Payless ShoeSource announced a new ongoing Military Discount Program in all its stores nationwide and in Puerto Rico offering all American military personnel and their immediate family members 10 percent off on all purchases.

Michael Massey Named Interim Chief Executive Officer and Scott Olivet Becomes Non-Executive Chairman as Matthew Rubel Steps Down as Chairman, President and CEO of Collective Brands

Jun 15, 2011

TOPEKA, KS, Jun 15, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --

Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) announced today that the Board of Directors and Matthew Rubel agreed that Mr. Rubel would resign as director, Chairman of the Board and an officer of the Company, effective immediately. Michael J. Massey has been named the interim Chief Executive Officer and D. Scott Olivet has been named the Company's Non-Executive Chairman.

Payless Makes Summer Style a Breeze With the Hottest Footwear and the Coolest Accessories

Jun 09, 2011

Affordable Footwear & Accessories Collection Includes Top Trends: Platform Wedges, Gladiator Sandals, Canvas Boat Shoes, Envelope Clutches, Statement Jewelry and Healthy Glow Beauty Items

TOPEKA, Kan., June 9, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Payless is heating up summertime style with the debut of its Summer Collection featuring fun, affordable footwear and accessory style solutions stressing the latest trends.

Collective Brands' Stockholders Pass Proposals at Corporation's Annual Meeting

May 26, 2011

TOPEKA, KS, May 26, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --

Stockholders of Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) today at the Corporation's annual meeting re-elected all three of the Company's nominees to the Collective Brands Board of Directors, approved an advisory vote on executive compensation, approved the one year frequency of holding future advisory votes on executive compensation and ratified the reappointment of Deloitte & Touche LLP as the corporation's independent registered public accountant for fiscal year 2011.

Collective Brands Reports 2011 First Quarter Financial Results

May 24, 2011

TOPEKA, KS, May 24, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --

Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) today reported financial results for its 2011 first quarter ended April 30, 2011. The first quarter 2011 net earnings attributable to Collective Brands, Inc. were $26.4 million, or $0.42 per share, compared to $54.2 million, or $0.83 per share, in the first quarter of 2010.

Collective Brands Announces Agreement With Lew Footwear Holdings Pty Ltd to Launch Stride Rite and Its Children's Brands in Two New Markets: Australia and New Zealand

May 24, 2011

New Partner To Open Stride Rite Stores Featuring Premium Children's Brands Stride Rite, Robeez by Stride Rite, Saucony Kids, Sperry Top-Sider Kids and Keds Kids

TOPEKA, Kan., May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

As part of its international growth strategy to expand the company's global footprint for all its brands and businesses, Collective Brands, Inc.

Collective Brands Announces Retail Development Agreements for Stride Rite Children's Group Brands in New Markets of Indonesia, Thailand and Korea

May 24, 2011

New Partner for Korea to Also Serve as Wholesale Distribution Agent for Sperry Top-Sider and Keds Adult and Kids' Brands

TOPEKA, Kan., May 24, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

As part of its international growth strategy to expand the company's global footprint for all its brands and businesses, Collective Brands, Inc.

Collective Brands Performance + Lifestyle Group Announces New Wholesale Distribution Partner for Saucony, Sperry Top-Sider and Keds in the Philippines

May 23, 2011

TOPEKA, KS, May 23, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --

As part of its international growth strategy to expand the company's global footprint for all its brands and businesses and to meet growing international demand for its iconic lifestyle brands, Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) announced today that its Performance + Lifestyle Group (PLG) has signed a wholesale distribution agreement with Iconic Advantage to broaden the reach of its Keds fashion sneaker brand and to launch the Saucony running brand and Sperry Top-Sider nautical lifestyle brand in the Philippines market.

Payless Democratizes "Minimalist" Shoes and Expands Champion(R) Activelite(TM) Offering for the Spring and Summer Seasons

May 12, 2011

Line Includes Performance Runners and Sandals Featuring the Latest Ultralight Athletic Shoe Technology Starting at $15

TOPEKA, Kan., May 12, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

On a mission to democratize the latest fashion, technology and ideas in footwear and accessories for all to enjoy, Payless ShoeSource announced the continued expansion of its Champion//Activelite collection featuring minimalist shoe technology.

Collective Brands, Inc. Announces Details for First Quarter Earnings Conference Call

Apr 29, 2011

TOPEKA, Kan., April 29, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) announced that it plans to release first quarter earnings results on Tuesday, May 24, 2011, after the market closes. A conference call with management will take place at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time that same day.

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