-----BEGIN PRIVACY-ENHANCED MESSAGE----- Proc-Type: 2001,MIC-CLEAR Originator-Name: webmaster@www.sec.gov Originator-Key-Asymmetric: MFgwCgYEVQgBAQICAf8DSgAwRwJAW2sNKK9AVtBzYZmr6aGjlWyK3XmZv3dTINen TWSM7vrzLADbmYQaionwg5sDW3P6oaM5D3tdezXMm7z1T+B+twIDAQAB MIC-Info: RSA-MD5,RSA, A8/qnEp8ji8QPgTaMx30ff5pGRU1GOjvswDku5tBnnNJv7eyEZfeUzIdHS6bDqCB 3P95y3ezAVFyVY/qPYN+aw== 0000908834-07-000433.txt : 20071113 0000908834-07-000433.hdr.sgml : 20071112 20071113102008 ACCESSION NUMBER: 0000908834-07-000433 CONFORMED SUBMISSION TYPE: 8-K PUBLIC DOCUMENT COUNT: 2 CONFORMED PERIOD OF REPORT: 20071112 ITEM INFORMATION: Other Events ITEM INFORMATION: Financial Statements and Exhibits FILED AS OF DATE: 20071113 DATE AS OF CHANGE: 20071113 FILER: COMPANY DATA: COMPANY CONFORMED NAME: FINISH LINE INC /IN/ CENTRAL INDEX KEY: 0000886137 STANDARD INDUSTRIAL CLASSIFICATION: RETAIL-SHOE STORES [5661] IRS NUMBER: 351537210 STATE OF INCORPORATION: IN FISCAL YEAR END: 0228 FILING VALUES: FORM TYPE: 8-K SEC ACT: 1934 Act SEC FILE NUMBER: 000-20184 FILM NUMBER: 071235280 BUSINESS ADDRESS: STREET 1: 3308 N MITTHOEFFER RD CITY: INDIANAPOLIS STATE: IN ZIP: 46235 BUSINESS PHONE: 3178991022 MAIL ADDRESS: STREET 1: 3308 N MITTHOEFFER ROAD CITY: INDIANAPOLIS STATE: IN ZIP: 46235 FORMER COMPANY: FORMER CONFORMED NAME: FINISH LINE INC /DE/ DATE OF NAME CHANGE: 19930328 8-K 1 fl_8k1112.htm LOU SPAGNA APPOINTED PRESIDENT OF MAN ALIVE fl_8k1112.htm
 


UNITED STATES
SECURITIES AND EXCHANGE COMMISSION
Washington, D.C. 20549



FORM 8-K



CURRENT REPORT

PURSUANT TO SECTION 13 or 15(d) OF THE
SECURITIES EXCHANGE ACT OF 1934

Date of report (Date of earliest event reported): November 12, 2007



The Finish Line, Inc.
(Exact Name of Registrant as Specified in Charter)



 
 
 
 
 
 
Indiana
 
0-20184
 
35-1537210
(State or Other Jurisdiction of Incorporation)
 
(Commission File Number)
 
(IRS Employer Identification No.)

 
 
 
 
3308 North Mitthoeffer Road, Indianapolis, Indiana
 
46235
(Address of Principal Executive Offices)
 
(Zip Code)

 
Registrant’s telephone number, including area code:  (317) 899-1022
 
N/A
(Former Name or Former Address, if Changed Since Last Report)
 
 
 
Check the appropriate box below if the Form 8-K filing is intended to simultaneously satisfy the filing obligation of the registrant under any of the following provisions (see General Instruction A.2. below):
 
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ITEM 8.01. OTHER EVENTS
 
On November 12, 2007, The Finish Line, Inc. (the “Company”) issued a press release announcing Lou Spagna has been appointed President of the Company’s Man Alive concept.
 
A copy of the press release is attached hereto as Exhibit 99.1 and incorporated herein by reference. The information in this Current Report, including Exhibit 99.1 hereto, shall not be deemed “filed” for purposes of Section 18 of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, as amended, and shall not be incorporated by reference into any registration statement or other document pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended.

ITEM 9.01. FINANCIAL STATEMENTS AND EXHIBITS
 
(d)
Exhibits
 
Exhibit No.
 
Description
99.1
 
Press Release issued November 12, 2007
 
 
 
 
 

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SIGNATURES
 
Pursuant to the requirements of the Securities Exchange Act of 1934, the Registrant has duly caused this report to be signed on its behalf by the undersigned hereunto duly authorized.
 
Date:  November 13, 2007
The Finish Line, Inc.
     
 
By:
/s/ Kevin S. Wampler
   
Kevin S. Wampler
   
Executive Vice President–Chief Financial Officer and Assistant Secretary

 
 

 

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Exhibit No.
 
Description
99.1
 
Press Release issued November 12, 2007
 
 
 
 
 
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EX-99.1 2 fl_8k1112ex.htm PRESS RELEASE ISSUED NOVEMBER 12, 2007 fl_8k1112ex.htm
 
Exhibit 99.1
 

THE FINISH LINE APPOINTS LOU SPAGNA PRESIDENT, MAN ALIVE

30-Year Industry Veteran and Former Haggar Clothing Company Executive to Lead Man Alive

INDIANAPOLIS – November 12, 2007 – The Finish Line, Inc. (NASDAQ: FINL) today announced that Lou Spagna has been appointed President of Man Alive, one of the nation’s leading street fashion retailers. Mr. Spagna will report to Glenn Lyon, President of The Finish Line.

Mr. Spagna brings over thirty years of experience in the apparel retail industry and a proven track record of leading retail divisions to success.  Most recently, Mr. Spagna served as President of the retail division of Haggar Clothing Company in Dallas, TX.  Under his leadership, this division experienced 7 consecutive years of same store sales growth, making it a leader in the outlet retail segment.

“Lou has demonstrated his ability to improve profitability, develop high performance teams and lead retail businesses to success.  I look forward to working with him to create exciting new initiatives for Man Alive,” said Mr. Lyon.  “I also want to express our appreciation to the Bublick family for the service they have provided to Man Alive since its acquisition by The Finish Line.  We wish them well in their future endeavors.”

“I am excited about the opportunity to lead Man Alive and continue to build this concept,” said Mr. Spagna.  “My experience in the street fashion business gives me confidence that I can lead Man Alive to being a vibrant part of The Finish Line’s business.  I look forward to working with the Man Alive team to realize its potential for the benefit of all our shareholders.”

Prior to joining Haggar, Mr. Spagna served as President, Retail Division at Bugle Boy Industries, where he successfully restructured the division, creating growth and improving margins.  Previously, Mr. Spagna served as President of the “Menz” Division of Merry-Go-Round Enterprises, where he successfully redirected the merchandise mix to urban street wear.  As the Executive Vice President and General Manager of Melville Corp’s Chess King, Mr. Spagna led the re-merchandising of the 450 store chain, reversing several years of same store sales declines.  Earlier in his career, he held senior management positions at May Department Store Company.


About The Finish Line

The Finish Line, Inc. is one of the largest mall-based specialty retailers operating under the Finish Line and Man Alive brand names.  The Finish Line, Inc. is publicly traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market under the symbol FINL.  The Company currently operates 706 Finish Line stores in 47 states and online, and 96 Man Alive stores in 19 states and online.  To learn more about these brands, visit www.finishline.com and www.manalive.com.
 
 
 
 

 
 
Forward-looking Statements

Certain statements contained in this press release regard matters that are not historical facts and are forward looking statements within the meaning of the “safe harbor” provisions of the Private Securities Litigation reform Act of 1995, as amended, and the rules promulgated pursuant to the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. These forward looking statements generally can be identified by use of statements that include words such as “expect”, “anticipate”, “believe”, “plan”, and other similar words.

Because such forward looking statements contain risks and uncertainties, actual results may differ materially from those expressed in or implied by such forward looking statements. Factors that could cause actual results to differ materially include, but are not limited to: changing consumer preferences; the Company’s inability to successfully market its footwear, apparel, accessories and other merchandise; price, product and other competition from other retailers (including internet and direct manufacturer sales); the unavailability of products; the inability to locate and obtain favorable lease terms for the Company’s stores; the loss of key employees, general economic conditions and adverse factors impacting the retail athletic industry; management of growth; and the other risks detailed in the Company’s Securities and Exchange Commission filings.

The Company undertakes no obligation to release publicly the results of any revisions to these forward looking statements that may be made to reflect events or circumstances after the date hereof or to reflect the occurrence of unanticipated events.


Investor Relations:
CONTACT:
Kevin S. Wampler, 317-899-1022, Extension 6914
 
Executive Vice President – CFO
 
THE FINISH LINE, INC., INDIANAPOLIS
   
Media Requests:
CONTACT:
Elise Hasbrook, 317-899-1022, Extension 6827
 
Corporate Communications Manager
 
THE FINISH LINE, INC., INDIANAPOLIS

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