NICKLAUS COMPANIES AND RUSTAN’S EXTEND BRAND RELATIONSHIP IN THE PHILIPPINES TO 25TH YEAR
The Philippines’ most prominent distributor of brands—Rustan Marketing Corporation (RMK)— and the Nicklaus Companies today announced the extension of its successful licensing agreement for Jack Nicklaus Apparel through the year 2024. This marks the 25th year of the collaboration between the two partner companies.
“Our long-standing relationship continues to prosper under Rustan’s leadership team,” said Andy O’Brien, Senior Vice President, Marketing, Licensing and Communications, Nicklaus Companies who attended the signing ceremony in Manila. “Since 2000 we have worked closely with President, Anthony Huang, Jr., and under his guidance, we have curated and grown the Jack Nicklaus brand in this important market. When we say that the Jack Nicklaus brand demands the best, Rustan’s personifies ‘the best.’”
Rustan’s Department Store is considered the Philippines’ most prestigious and dominant retailer. The Jack Nicklaus Collection will be prominently featured in dedicated Jack Nicklaus Shops in Rustan’s Department Stores and also online.
RMK’s scope of services includes complete brand management, strategic sales and marketing, demand planning, financial control and management, importation and custom clearance, and other logistical support.
The company carries licenses with over 40 global brands, including Jack Nicklaus, ranging from fragrances, cosmetics, personal care, fashion, luggage to home and lifestyle.
For additional information on Nicklaus Companies access the web site at www.nicklaus.com.
About the Nicklaus Companies
For 50 years, the mission of Nicklaus Companies has been to enhance the golf experience and to deliver quality branded products and services on a global basis that mirror the high standards established in the career and life of its Founder, Jack Nicklaus. The Nicklaus Companies businesses include golf-course design, the development of golf and real estate communities, and the marketing and licensing of lifestyle products worldwide under the iconic Jack Nicklaus and Golden Bear brands. Nicklaus Design, recognized as the world leader in golf course design, has created over 420 courses worldwide, open for play in 45 countries and 40 U.S states. In 2007, Jack Nicklaus partnered with Howard Milstein to further the growth of the company and expand the branded businesses. In addition to institutionalizing the Nicklaus brands for the future, Milstein has instilled a personal philosophy of “A Brand That Gives Back” with products and partners committing to donations to help the Nicklaus Children’s Health Care Foundation and other charities. A leading entrepreneur in the golf industry, Milstein also created 8AM Golf, a family of companies that also includes GOLF Magazine and GOLF.com, Miura Golf, Club Conex, True Spec Golf and Golf Logix. All share a common mission to help players at all levels enjoy the game more.
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