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Payless ShoeSource Announces Availability of Iconic Above The Rim(R) Performance Basketball Shoes for Men and Kids

Mar 01, 2011

20-Year-Old Authentic Brand is Re-launched with Focus of Helping Players Rise Both On and Off the Court; Martell Webster of the Minnesota Timberwolves and Will Bynum of the Detroit Pistons Endorse Brand; Payless is Exclusive Mass Channel Retailer

TOPEKA, Kan., March 1, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

With the recent re-launch of the Above The Rim (ATR) brand late last year targeting young, passionate players with a compelling new brand message: Elevate Your Game. Elevate Your Team.

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

Feb 28, 2011

TOPEKA, Kan., Feb 28, 2011 (BUSINESS WIRE) -- Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE:PSS) announced that it plans to release fourth quarter earnings results on Wednesday, March 2, 2011, after the market closes. A conference call with management will take place at 5:00 p.m. Eastern time that same day.

The dial-in number for the conference call is 612-332-0107 with a confirmation number of 192062. In addition, a replay of the conference call is scheduled to begin on March 2, 2011 by approximately 7:15 p.m. Eastern and end March 16, 2011 at 11:59 p.m.

Collective Brands Announces Participation in March Investor Events

Feb 24, 2011

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

Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) today announced that the Company will present next month at the Bank of America Consumer Conference and participate in other investment community events.

Collective Brands will present at the Bank of America Conference on Wednesday, March 9. Doug Treff, Chief Administrative Officer, will present beginning at 2:40 p.m ET. The conference will take place at the Palace Hotel, New York, NY and will be webcast.

Payless Stores Bloom With the Latest Spring Shoe and Accessory Trends

Feb 23, 2011

TOPEKA, Kan., Feb. 23, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Payless ShoeSource is heralding the start of the spring season with a new collection available in stores now featuring top trends such as espadrilles, shooties, platforms, cork wedges and boat shoe-inspired styles offered at prices as low as under $25, with Payless designer labels starting at $35.

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Payless ShoeSource Democratizes Runway Style During New York Fashion Week, Unveils Fall Designer Collections at Lincoln Center

Feb 09, 2011

Designers Christian Siriano and Lela Rose Debut Fall Lines for Payless; Shoes and Handbags Evoke Influences from Elements of Nature and Painter Gerhard Richter

NEW YORK, Feb.

Payless ShoeSource Announces Promotion of Vincent DeSantis to Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer

Jan 27, 2011

TOPEKA, Kan., Jan. 27, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

Payless ShoeSource announced today that Vincent DeSantis has been promoted to Senior Vice President and Chief Marketing Officer for Payless, reporting to LuAnn Via, Chief Executive Officer of Payless.

Payless ShoeSource Celebrates Black History Month With Third Annual Payless Inspiring Possibilities Scholarship Program to Support the Future of African American and Other Minority Youth

Jan 26, 2011

Retailer Sells Limited-Edition I Believe Bracelet for $3, Donates to Scholarship Program with the National Urban League's Project Ready Program

TOPEKA, Kan., Jan. 26, 2011 /PRNewswire via COMTEX/ --

In celebration of Black History Month this February, Payless ShoeSource(R) will continue its successful Payless Inspiring Possibilities Scholarship programby joining together with its shoppers and the National Urban League (NUL) to raise money to support the future of African American and other minority youth.

Clinch Gear Radio Partners with American Forces Network

Jan 06, 2011

San Diego, California – January 06, 2011 – Clinch Gear, the leading performance Mixed Martial Arts apparel brand, and the American Forces Network have announced a partnership to broadcast Clinch Gear Radio on AFN’s “The Voice” weekly, beginning Saturday, January 8, 2011.

Collective Brands Announces Participation in ICR Inc. XChange

Jan 04, 2011

TOPEKA, KS, Jan 04, 2011 (MARKETWIRE via COMTEX) --Collective Brands, Inc. (NYSE: PSS) today announced that the Company will present next week at the ICR Inc. XChange conference.

Collective Brands will present on Thursday, January 13. Matt Rubel, Chairman, Chief Executive Officer and President, will present beginning at 2:30 p.m. PT. The conference will take place at the St. Regis Monarch Beach in Dana Point, CA. The audio presentation and its accompanying materials will be webcast live and archived at collectivebrands.com.

Collective Brands, Inc.

Saucony® Athlete Queen Harrison Wins 2010 Bowerman Award

Dec 17, 2010

Virginia Tech hurdler named college track’s top female athlete; Caps season of stellar performances for Saucony track and field athletes
LEXINGTON, MA (December 17, 2010) – Saucony athlete and 2008 Olympian Queen Harrison is the female winner of the prestigious Bowerman Award for 2010. Presented by the U.S.

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