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(October 2009) Bates footwear along with, Metro PCS, and Sunset retirement services is sponsoring our local Jenison Highschool football this fall to raise funds for Wounded Warrior Prject (WWP).
On and off the field, Jenison Football understands there are many battles that need to be won. They recognize that some battles are much bigger than our own. Together we can help raise awareness and funds to help this cause win its battle. The 2009 season will conclude with the Jenison-Hudsonville game. The Georgetwon neighbors, and long time rivals will work together this season to raise money and awareness for the Wounded Warrior Project. During the game, both booster clubs will come together to present a check to WWP. To date, they have raised $2500 with Wolverine World-Wide Bates Division and Metro PCS being the lead donors. Thier goal is to raise $5000 to donate. Dedicated Wounded Warrior Project Football Game takes place Friday, October 23, Jenison HS Stadium.
posted on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:22:00 +0000
Rockford, MI (September, 2008) – Bates® Footwear, a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. announces that it has received a contract to manufacture roughly 5,000 lightweight Tactical Combat Boots for the U.S. Special Operations Forces (SOF). Bates is a market leader in the design and manufacture of innovative high performance footwear for military and law enforcement communities, As a brand in the Wolverine World Wide portfolio, Bates utilized its own technologies and integrated with technological advances of other brands in the Wolverine portfolio, namely the Company’s Merrell® and, Wolverine® brands to develop this Tactical Combat Boot.
Bates developed the Tactical Combat Boot specifically to provide enhanced durability, stability, and traction in urban and field operations. The Vibram® Mutant outsole creates superior traction on wet and dry surfaces, while the direct-attach construction provides superior cushioning and durability. The anti-bacterial, abrasion-resistant Dri-Lex® Camo lining delivers enhanced moisture management and ensures soldiers’ feet remain cool, dry and comfortable.
"Bates is committed to being the leader in providing footwear solutions for all branches of the US Military – We intend to achieve this goal by leveraging a wide range of technologies and development expertise through-out Wolverine World Wide’s array of footwear brands such as Merrell and Wolverine Brand,” said Ron Woznick, Vice President and General Manager of Bates Footwear. “We feel privileged to provide yet another new footwear solution for our nation’s elite combat forces needs.”
The Special Forces Tactical Combat Boot joins the Chem Bio Protective Overboot and the Tora Bora™ Alpine Combat Boot as the mission footwear of choice for the Special Forces.
All three products are manufactured with 100% domestic materials at Bates facilities in Big Rapids, Michigan and Jonesboro, Arkansas, maintaining the company’s commitment to manufacturing in the United States.
Bates is a leading supplier of uniform footwear to all branches of the U.S. military and has been building a reputation for uncompromising performance in uniform footwear for more than 120 years. Engineered advancements such as Bates DuraShocks® comfort system, Ultra-Lites® technology and Bates Individual Comfort System combine to set the brand apart and cement its status as the gold standard in uniform footwear. For more information and to view product lines, visit http://www.batesfootwear.com/
posted on Tue, 20 Oct 2009 16:12:00 +0000
Rockford, MI (January 2009) – Bates® Footwear (Bates), a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc. was awarded a contract totaling over $11 million for the manufacturing of Hot and Temperate Weather Combat Boots for the U.S. Marine Corps (USMC). Bates Temperate Weather Boots have already begun shipping to combat regions in support of ongoing military operations.
“Bates is honored to have participated in this industry wide evaluation of combat boots for the United States Marine Corps. To have been selected as the top performing footwear through a vigorous field user evaluation by the Marines themselves is a testament to the superior design and functionality of our footwear. We look forward to providing the Marine Corps with the best boots America can build.” said Ron Woznick, Vice President and General Manager of Bates Footwear.
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Rockford, MI (March 24, 2009) – Bates® Footwear (Bates), a division of Wolverine World Wide, Inc., has partnered with the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund (NLEOMF) to raise public awareness of National Police Week and to thank law enforcement for their service, sacrifice and dedication.
Bates is pledging a minimum of $25,000 to the Washington DC–based, non-profit Memorial Fund that works to increase public support for the law enforcement profession by permanently recording and appropriately commemorating the service and sacrifice of officers as well as promoting law enforcement safety.According to Julie McCauley, Marketing manager of Bates Footwear, “We are proud to partner with such an incredible organization that is so committed to law enforcement. We have a unique opportunity through our retail partners to raise awareness of National Police Week, generate support for NLEOMF and help promote officer safety.” “We have always relied on the generosity of our corporate partners to help us maintain the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial, organize the National Police Week observance each May and conduct important research on officer safety trends and issues,” said NLEOMF Chairman and CEO Craig W. Floyd. “We are honored to have Bates Footwear join us as a valued partner. Bates understands the rigors of police work and shares our commitment to honoring and protecting the men and women of law enforcement,” Mr. Floyd added.Bates’ program with the NLEOMF will be twofold. During the months of April and early May Bates will work with participating retail partners to raise funds and promote events during National Police Week (see photos below) honoring those in law enforcement who have made the ultimate sacrifice for the safety of others. Officers who cannot make the trip to Washington, DC, May 10-16 for National Police Week will have the opportunity to honor their brethren through fundraising events at participating Bates dealers. In the second half of the year, Bates will focus on promoting officer safety.
The National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial Fund is a private non-profit organization dedicated to honoring the service and sacrifice of America’s law enforcement officers and to promoting officer safety. The NLEOMF maintains the National Law Enforcement Officers Memorial in Washington, DC, which contains the names of 18,274 officers who have died in the line of duty throughout U.S. history. The Memorial Fund is now working to create the first-ever National Law Enforcement Museum, which will tell the story of law enforcement through high-tech, interactive exhibitions, historical artifacts and extensive educational programming. For more information, visit www.lawmemorial.org.
