Showing posts with label alpha factor. Show all posts
Showing posts with label alpha factor. Show all posts

Monday, August 6, 2018

Alpha Factor hosts Fashion Show & Reception at National Congress

Alpha Factor is excited to attend the upcoming 2018 USA Gymnastics National Congress, August 9th – 11th in Providence, Rhode Island.

Visit us at booth 213 to check out our latest designs and learn about our partnership with Youth Protection Advocates in Gymnastics (Y.P.A.G.), a non-profit organization dedicated to building empowered gymnastics communities to keep youth happy, healthy and safe. Alpha Factor is the first visionary sponsor of Y.P.A.G., which provides support, education and resources for those in need of help and healing to keep athletes, their families and coaches happy, healthy and safe in all gymnastics related environments. A portion of the sales of every Alpha Factor® leotard order is donated to Y.P.A.G. Learn more about Y.P.A.G. and how you can get involved at www.ypag4change.org.

Don’t miss these exclusive show offers:

  • Use our virtual design tool on site to design your next team leo and receive 15% off your competitive order
  • Earn FREE merchandise when you place a training leotard order of $1,000 or more at our booth during the event

Stop by our booth on Friday, August 10 from 1:00 PM – 2:00 PM to meet Shannon Miller and shop her fitness collection, Salto® by Shannon Miller.

Plus, coaches, gym owners and influencers attending the USA Gymnastics National Congress, you’re invited to join Alpha Factor at our cocktail reception and fashion show on Friday, August 10th 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM at Aqua inside Marriott in the heart of downtown Providence. Come sip on a signature cocktail, and view the latest Alpha Factor designs, and meet Pixie Dust – custom gym apparel and jewelry company. National Congress attendees will be offered specials and so much more!

Thursday, May 19, 2016

Alpha Factor Announces International Brand Ambassador Program

National German Gymnast Joins Alpha Factor as an Official Brand Ambassador

YORK, PA -- Alpha Factor, a division of Perform Group, LLC. is pleased to announce the launch of its International Brand Ambassador program. The program will recognize top gymnasts from around the world and allow them to share through various social media, marketing and advertising campaigns the apparel they wear to train and compete with confidence.  The first program participant is German National Gymnastics team member Carina Kröll.  Carina is a gymnast on the German National WAG-Team and trains at the Kunstturn-Forum in Stuttgart.

 “We are so excited to have Carina join our brand ambassador team and represent Alpha Factor in Europe.  Her passion, confidence and commitment to gymnastics are truly inspirational. We look forward to helping Carina share her journey as a gymnast and wish her continued success in her career,” said Sara Murphy, Director of Marketing and Design at Perform Group, LLC.

Alpha Factor continues to expand its brand presence in Europe by creating strong relationships with clubs and gymnasts.  Alpha Factor will be attending the European Championships in Bern, Switzerland at the end of May.
 
To learn more about becoming an International Brand Ambassador, contact us at alpha@performgroupllc.com.

About Alpha Factor
For over 35 years, Alpha Factor has been a leading manufacturer and supplier of gymnastics apparel around the world. With a mission to integrate cutting edge style, superior quality, and reliable fit into every leotard and warm-up, Alpha Factor has been the trusted apparel supplier for Olympic teams, national collegiate teams and gymnasts of all levels. Long recognized for, innovative and unique designs, Alpha Factor creates beautiful, custom garments that not only stand out, but also stand the test of time.






Tuesday, March 22, 2016

Alpha Factor Gymnastics Unites Competitive and Training Apparel Under One Brand Name


YORK, Pa. – March 22, 2016 – Alpha Factor Gymnastics, a leading global manufacturer and supplier of gymnastics apparel, is integrating the Aerials by Alpha Factor training apparel line with the competitive apparel line under the same brand name: Alpha Factor. With this new structure, gymnasts can now compete and train with confidence. Alpha Factor Gymnastics will continue to share the best products and most reliable service to gymnasts around the globe.

“We are excited to offer competition and training apparel under one brand name,” said Tighe King, CEO, Alpha Factor. “For years, we’ve had the same quality and commitment to service in our training, as well as our competitive, apparel. So, this merger will level the playing field and unite our products. Customers can continue to expect the same great styling, prices, quality and service for both competitive and training apparel.”

King added, “This change is to reinforce the brand name for clearer recognition, which will simplify the purchasing process for all of our customers. It also allows us to further advance the Alpha Factor brand through innovative products and services.”

Alpha Factor was the exclusive designer and manufacturer for Reebok, the official apparel supplier of the 1996 women’s Olympic gymnastics team. This Olympic year marks the twentieth anniversary of the US Gold medal win, and Alpha Factor will be celebrating with its redefined brand leading up to the 2016 summer Olympics, starting with the launch of its new Spring catalogue in March. A newly designed website will debut later in the year, alongside digital media campaigns and promotions.

About Alpha Factor
For over 30 years, Alpha Factor has been one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of gymnastics apparel around the world. With a mission to integrate cutting edge style, superior quality, and reliable service, the brand has been the trusted apparel supplier for Olympic teams, national collegiate teams and gymnasts of all levels. Long recognized for innovative and unique designs, Alpha Factor creates beautiful, custom garments that not only stand out, but also stand the test of time.  To learn more visit www.alphafactor.com 

About Perform Group
Perform Group, LLC® (Perform Group) is proud to be a leader in providing high quality performance apparel primarily for the global markets of dance and gymnastics since 1969. Headquartered in York PA, Perform Group designs, markets and manufactures apparel worn by over a million athletes and performers around the globe each year and its garments have been seen worldwide in high profile events for decades. To learn more visit www.performgroupllc.com



Thursday, March 10, 2016

Alpha Factor Named Official Apparel Sponsor of the DTL German Gymnastics team DEUTSCHE TURNLIGA

YORK, Pa. – Alpha Factor®, a division of Perform Group, LLC, is pleased to announce its sponsorship of the DTL German Gymnastics team DEUTSCHE TURNLIGA.  Alpha Factor will outfit the team of twenty athletes, including ten male and ten female gymnasts, as well as the coaches for the 2016 and 2017 season.

Athletes and coaches will be wearing Alpha Factor apparel during the National Team Cup competition in Stuttgart, Germany this March, a competition which is considered the official start of the gymnastics season in the country.

This announcement follows Alpha Factor’s February launch of a new Global Gymnastics Collection in Europe.


“We’re proud to be a part of the performances of these twenty athletes and the journeys of their coaches. Alpha Factor is excited to build strong relationships with teams in Germany,” said Tighe King, CEO, Alpha Factor.

Alpha Factor supports the growth of gymnastics across the globe and looks forward to similar partnerships.

About Alpha Factor
For over 30 years, Alpha Factor has been one of the leading manufacturers and suppliers of gymnastics apparel around the world. With a mission to integrate cutting edge style, superior quality, and reliable service, Alpha Factor has been the trusted apparel supplier for Olympic teams, national collegiate teams and gymnasts of all levels. Long recognized for innovative and unique designs, Alpha Factor creates beautiful, custom garments that not only stand out, but also stand the test of time.  To learn more visit www.alphafactor.com 

Thursday, August 6, 2015

Alpha Factor and Shannon Miller Announce Exclusive Partnership



America’s Most Decorated Gymnast Launching New Fitness and Gymnastics Leotard Line This Fall

YORK, PA -- Alpha Factor, a division of Perform Group, LLC. and Shannon Miller, the most decorated gymnast in United States history, have teamed up to create a new line of gymnastics and fitness apparel. This revolutionary line combines the latest innovation in performance fabrics and construction techniques with cutting edge fashion details.  “It's time for a line of gymnastics and fitness apparel that embodies the strength and endurance we need to compete both on and off the gymnastics floor.  I am thrilled to join Alpha Factor in creating this new line.  We all need apparel that inspires us to move and provides the performance features athletes need to feel confident and dream big," says Shannon about the new collection.

The new Shannon Miller line is sold exclusively through Alpha Factor, and the initial collection will be available for sale at the end of September 2015 in time for the Holiday season.  Line preview and pre-season sales will be taken during National Congress in Indianapolis August 12 – 15, 2015.
“We are so excited to work with Shannon on this new brand. Her experience as an athlete and fitness advocate bring fresh insight and perspective to the Alpha Factor team.  Together we have developed high quality garments that will exceed the expectations of the market.” states Sara Murphy, Director of Marketing and Design at Perform Group, LLC.

The full Shannon Miller Collection is expected to be unveiled at the end of September. It’s Time.

About Alpha Factor
For over 30 years, Alpha Factor has been a leading manufacturer and supplier of gymnastics apparel around the world. With a mission to integrate cutting edge style, superior quality, and reliable fit into every leotard and warm-up, Alpha Factor has been the trusted apparel supplier for Olympic teams, national collegiate teams and gymnasts of all levels. Long recognized for, innovative and unique designs, Alpha Factor creates beautiful, custom garments that not only stand out, but also stand the test of time.  To learn more visit www.alphafactor.com

About Shannon Miller and Shannon Miller Lifestyle
Shannon Miller remains the Most Decorated American Gymnast, male or female, in history with seven Olympic medals (two gold, two silver, and three bronze) and 9 World Championship medals (over half of them gold). After retiring from Olympic competition, Shannon completed her undergraduate degrees in marketing and entrepreneurship from the University of Houston and received her law degree from Boston College Law School. Now President of Shannon Miller Lifestyle, a company focused on helping women make their health a priority, Shannon continues to inspire and motivate others. In addition to a content-based website and strategic partnerships, Shannon furthers the message of a healthy and fit lifestyle as a professional speaker, author, and host of her weekly health radio show. In addition, Shannon is the President of her foundation dedicated to fighting childhood obesity. Shannon remains involved with the sport of gymnastics through commentary and analysis most recently with Yahoo! Sports. To learn more, visit www.shannonmiller.com.

Tuesday, May 5, 2015

2016 Competitive Collection - NOW AVAILABLE!

2015-2016 Alpha Factor
Competitive Catalog
The wait is over! Alpha Factor’s 2015/2016 competitive line is now available, and we believe that you’ll be just as excited about it as we are. Dream big, work hard, stay focused, and rest assured that we’ve got your back. When you choose Alpha Factor, you’re choosing to surround yourself with a strong team- people that share a common desire to work together and achieve great results. We believe in you and are committed to your success.

We believe you deserve options, which is why we offer reasonably priced styles to fit every budget. We’ve added new crystal options, expanded our fabric choices, and have redesigned our price list, offering you easy to decipher Standard and Swarovski Crystal options for every style. In addition, we’re excited to announce the return of our high performance men’s special order garments! Look for our Men’s collection, available online soon!

As always, we are committed to shipping on-time, every time, and continue to offer the industry’s quickest ship dates and on-time delivery. At Alpha Factor there are no hidden fees, and we stand behind our promises so that you can stay focused on your team and compete with confidence.


The new catalog is in the mail! In the meantime, view the digital version of the 2015/2016 competitive catalog here, and contact your Relationship Manager today to get started with your order!  If you do not have a Relationship Manager in your area, please contact customer service at 800-825-7428. 

Tuesday, April 28, 2015

Planning Ahead for Your Summer Camp? Plan on Buying With Confidence!

Spring has arrived and if you’re like many gym owners and coaches you’re starting to gear up for summer. The sun will shine, school will be out and with that comes campers! Whether you’re planning a special week-long team event, thinking about your recreational campers, or just want to offer some new and refreshing styles to your customers, Aerials by Alpha Factor’s Buy With Confidence Program is a risk free, no money down option for you to maximize your profits this summer. You choose the styles you’d like to receive (or your Relationship Manager is more than happy to do it for you), keep the items in your pro-shop for 60 days, and send back any unsold items at the end of your term. It’s as easy as that!


Our 2015 Camp collection will be available the first week of May. In the meantime, check out our styles online and contact your regional Relationship Manager to get started today!



Region 1: Tia Orlando
(714) 887-3552

Region 5: Shelby Prunty
(615) 651-2477

Region 7: Danielle Blasser
(717) 472-1695

Region 8: Adrienne Putrow
(706) 224-5914


If you don’t have a Relationship Manager in your area – don’t worry! Contact customer service today to get started at 800-825-7428!

In addition to giving your pro-shop a boost this summer, Alpha Factor’s Gym ID line is a great way to give summer camp participants customized apparel. Whether its tank tops or leotards, our new glitz options and color choices are sure to be a hit! Look for the 2015/2016 catalog which will be available early May.


Tuesday, February 17, 2015

A Compelling Vision with Focus on Community, “In the Spotlight” with Discover Gymnastics of Houston, TX


Opened in 1999, Discover Gymnastics currently serves over 2,000 students each week in their 22,000 square foot, state-of-the-art facility located in Houston, TX. With classes for children 6 weeks to 18 years of age, Discover offers programs for the beginner gymnast through level 10 competitive, as well as a homeschool program for their competitive athletes. Carly Markesich, the owner of Discover emphasizes that their main focus is to offer a quality experience to all those they serve. Built on a foundation of quality driven organization, each program is designed to enhance the lives of their employees, students, customers, and the community.

The most notable of Discover’s community endeavors is their “Discover Fitness Foundation” or DFF, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization that awards athletic scholarships to children with special needs, children fighting obesity, and families with financial struggles. The scholarships awarded allow children to experience both recreational and competitive gymnastics, and currently provides over 200 athletes in 7 locations a fulfilling, character building activity they wouldn’t otherwise have access to. In addition to DFF, Discover takes pride in hosting the Texas Classic and the Svetlana Boginskaya Invitational each year.

When asked what sets them apart, Carly emphasized that Discover has the most incredible staff, and by investing in their professional development they are able to provide them with meaningful, engaging work. Discover offers a compelling vision for the future, and everyone involved works towards the common goal of providing quality in everything they do. Space is currently their largest challenge, but they are designing a brand new dream facility, and are looking forward to its opening in 2018!

To learn more about Discover Gymnastics, visit their website at http://www.discovergymnastics.com/.



Photo courtesy of Discover Gymnastics

Tuesday, February 10, 2015

Merchandising at Your Events: Revenue Without the Risk!


The 2015 competition season is in full swing, and if you’re like many gyms across the country you’re hosting at least one event this year. Don’t overlook the opportunity to offer gymnasts and their families the convenience and value of quality, affordable leotards and apparel, as well as bring in some additional revenue for your gym! Meets are an excellent time to have products available for guests to purchase, and during the down times they’ll appreciate having interesting and innovative items to browse through. Not to mention, smaller gift items can provide an excellent opportunity for friends and family to quickly select a gift as a way to say “great job!” to the gymnast they came to support.

The key to having a successful sale is to not only provide a wide range of attractive items for customers to choose from, but to also display them effectively. It doesn’t take a lot of time, effort or expense to showcase the items you have for sale in an attractive and easy-to-access manner. Consider some of the following “dos and don’ts” we’ve learned over the years:
  • Do use inexpensive clothing racks and hangers to make it easy for visitors to see and browse through the items you have for sale. 
  • Don’t leave sale or clearance items in a box for visitors to browse through. This requires too much effort for shoppers and it doesn’t showcase items to their full potential.
  • Do consider special pricing to encourage purchases: “Buy one item, get the second for ½ off,” or “Buy a leotard and get a free hair twist” are great ways to increase sales.
  • Don’t try and cram too much into a space that’s too small! It shouldn’t be difficult for multiple browsers to access the items at the same time. Think about creating a logical traffic flow with ample room for your customers to move and interact with the items you have for sale.
  • Do pair items together to maximize your profits. If a leotard has a matching pair of colorful shorts, or a sweatshirt has a matching pair of yoga pants, make sure to showcase both items together for your customers to see.
  • Don’t hide the prices! “How much does it cost?” is often a shopper’s first question.
  • Do let them try before they buy. Locker rooms and bathrooms can serve as fitting rooms; make sure visitors know where they are and that they’re welcome to use them to check out fit and function.
  • Don’t worry that your products won’t sell! Alpha Factor’s “Buy With Confidence” event package program takes the risk out of offering a wide array of merchandise to entice your visitors. If the products you offer don’t sell, simply return them to us at no additional cost, there’s no risk to you! It’s a great way to find out what most appeals to your customers—and to add some additional revenue to your bottom line.

As you gear up and prepare for the 2015 season, make sure to think about the kinds of merchandise you might want to offer at the events you’ll be hosting, and consider our Aerials by Alpha Factor and adidas Gymnastics lines. Both offer stylish, trendy designs, a superior quality and fit, our exclusive 4-way stretch fabrics, and are sure to be a hit at your next event! 


Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Traditional Meets New Age: Relationship Managers Rely on the Personal Touches

Author: Adrienne Putrow

In a world that’s increasingly high-tech, with so many impersonal interactions taking place via email, text messages and social media, it’s nice to take a step back and connect with people on a personal level. Alpha Factor’s relationship managers do just that.

One of the things that really differentiates us from other organizations—not only in our industry, but in many others—is our focus on offering that personal touch. We really get to know our customers, we pride ourselves in serving as their advocates and we absolutely love being there to brainstorm new ideas with them. Each customer is unique and we take pride in helping each of them to achieve their objectives.

Competitive gymnasts need that perfect combination of style and performance when it comes to the apparel they choose. We get that and we’ll work with you to understand your needs, your team and your objectives. That understanding, combined with our thorough knowledge of the products we offer—and the insights we’ve gained from working with a wide range of clients—helps you and your team achieve perfection.

There are a myriad of choices that coaches are faced with as they prepare for a competition. We know that sometimes you just want someone to bounce some ideas around with and to confirm that the choices you’re considering will meet your needs and the needs of your gymnasts. Our goal is to remove at least a portion of the anxiety you feel as we help you select the best products for the moment. It’s about both performance and perception and with our background as gymnasts ourselves, we are in a unique position to understand your needs.

While you’ll benefit from a single point of contact, we work as a team to ensure the best experiences for our clients from selecting the right apparel to ensuring that every event or competition is a success. And because we’ve worked with clients all around the country for 45 years, we’re able to bring you best practice ideas and emerging examples of what we’ve seen work for others.

Our relationship managers are all about the personal touch so once you’ve browsed through our leotard options—in one of our exquisite hard copy catalogs, or online—we love to brainstorm with you about how we can help make your next competition memorable. We’ll work with you to make sure that no details are left to chance, that your deadlines are met and that your order is exactly as you expected. From warm-ups, to performance attire, to garment bags to help protect and transport your attire, we have what you need to succeed in the field, gym or studio.

After your event, we want to hear from you. We want to hear about your performance and how we can improve ours! These follow-up calls are where we often learn the most about your needs and how we can deliver even more value the next time around.

We’re passionate about the sport of gymnastics and we hope that passion shows through as we work with you to make every competition a success.


If you’re one of our customers, and are comfortable sharing a story, please do. Even if you’re not a customer yet, we’d love to hear from you! Share your comments below, or give us a call. We’re here to help. It’s what we love to do!

Feel free to take some time to learn more about our Relationship Managers.

Friday, July 18, 2014

About Me: Adrienne Putrow - Region 8 Relationship Manager

Adrienne Putrow
Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Region 8
I was a mediocre gymnast. Headstrong and opinionated, I did things my own way. I lacked that certain “coachability” and single-minded drive that most, if not all accomplished gymnasts possess. But from the moment I first stepped into the gym at 4 years old I fell in love. Since then, I have always in some way or another been involved with the sport of gymnastics.

Growing up I was proud to call myself a gymnast. I loved being able to back handspring on the playground and impress the kids in gym class with the amount of pull-ups I could do. I loved deciding what leo I would wear to practice each day, standing in front of the mirror, my arms extended in “high V” pretending I was saluting the judges. I loved walking into the gym each night, buzzing with energy. Being in such a lively, positive environment makes you, well, alive with positivity. But mostly, I loved the physical challenge that learning a new skill provided. I can still remember the feeling of accomplishment that getting my kip for the first time gave me. I craved that feeling, there’s nothing else in the world like it.

Eventually however, I got burnt out. I broke my tailbone and I wanted to try new things. After a decade in the gym, I quit. I was able to play volleyball year round and went on to play club in college. I graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies, and have been fortunate enough to travel to Africa and throughout Europe on several occasions, developing a love for travel and adventure. It is my goal to travel to all 50 states, each of the 7 continents, all of our National Parks, and possibly space. I’ve got some work to do on the parks, continents, and space department, but I’m down to 14 remaining states!

As a gymnast I didn’t win any national titles. I didn’t go to college on an athletic scholarship, or compete any further than level 6. But the sport of gymnastics gave me so much more than titles or scholarships; I developed a love and passion for something as a child that I still carry with me today, and it is my goal as your Relationship Manager to bring that same love and passion for the sport of gymnastics to my interactions and dealings with you and your team. 

I look forward to developing a great working relationship with you!
-Adrienne Putrow

You can contact Adrienne via email at aputrow@alphafactor.com.


Thursday, July 17, 2014

About Me: Danielle Blasser - Region 7 Relationship Manager

Danielle Blasser
Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Region 7
I can remember everything about the night I fell in love with gymnastics. I was sitting on the floor in my parents’ TV room with my eyes glued to the television. The Magnificent Seven were marching in. Dominique Moceanu became my idol in a matter of seconds. Watching her was like watching a version of myself I didn’t know existed yet. I immediately screamed to my mother “I WANT TO DO THAT.” My parents hesitated to put me in yet another sport as I hated soccer and swimming after the first few practices. They finally got sick of me flipping over the arms of the couches and using them as my own personal vault, and they signed me up at Gymnastics of York. I quickly blazed through the classes and made it onto team level. After competing for a few years I knew that if I wanted to excel at gymnastics, I needed to switch gyms. I transferred to Prestige Gymnastics in Lancaster, PA, and immediately knew it was home. I loved the coaches and my teammates; they really pushed me to be the best version of myself that I could be. Unfortunately, while I was in high school, I broke my tailbone after falling off beam (or, should I say, directly onto the beam). It took me almost nine months to fully heal and recover, and by that time, I had lost a lot of my strength and skills. I bawled my eyes out the day I knew that was the end of the road for me. I always had hopes of following in my older teammates’ footsteps and becoming a college gymnast. I played other sports in high school, but my heart never forgot its first love. I decided to join Penn State’s Club College team while I attended school there, so I did eventually fulfill my dream somewhat.

I always loved gymnastics because I felt like I could get away from the world and just do what made me happy. No matter what kind of day I was having, my floor music would start and I could get lost in the dance and tumbling and forget about all my problems. Gymnastics gave me the confidence and tough skin I needed later in life. I loved all of the relationships that the world of gymnastics brought me. I still hold tightly to those relationships today.

Working for Alpha Factor has allowed me to bring my childhood love of gymnastics into my adult career path. My goal as a Relationship Manager is to partner with gyms and help them feel and look their best. Growing up in the same town as the corporate office and manufacturing plant, I always wore Alpha Factor. I knew that part of my confidence out on the floor was due to the amazing look that I had from our warm ups and our leotards. I hope to give gyms the same type of confidence that I had when I was young.

I am excited for this season and look forward to working with you!
-Danielle Blasser

You can contact Danielle via email at dblasser@performgroupllc.com.


Wednesday, July 16, 2014

About Me: Shelby Prunty - Region 5 Relationship Manager

Shelby Prunty
Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Region 5
Gymnastics has been a major part of my life for as long as I can remember.  I am excited to be able to continue using my gymnastics expertise while working for such a great company. Joining the Alpha Factor family in January 2014 has been a true blessing and I am very thankful to be a part of a company that matches my love and passion for the sport.

When I stepped foot into my very first gymnastics class in 1995, I had no idea that my life path was beginning to take shape at such a young age. Gymnastics immediately became a part of me, and a few years later, it defined me. After many years of training, friendships, and memories, I was blessed to be able to earn a gymnastics scholarship to Louisiana State University. My years at LSU are a time in my life that I will remember forever.  Unfortunately, I was forced to retire following my junior year due to several unfortunate injuries and surgeries. For many gymnasts, early retirement causes a lot of emotional pain, resulting in complete removal from the sport.  However, that was not the case for me, I took on the role of team manager my senior year and remained a part of my team.  To this day, I still cherish gymnastics as much as I did the day that I fell in love with the sport. It will forever hold a home in my heart.

I graduated from LSU in May of 2013 and for the first time in my life I felt a sense of freedom that I had never felt before.  I didn’t have to wake up for morning weights at 5am.  I didn’t have a class to race to right after practice when I was sweaty and exhausted.  For the first time in my life I was free to do what I wanted.  My sister had just moved to Nashville, TN and needed a roommate.  I thought to myself, there will never be a better time than now.  So I packed up my car, floor to ceiling, and drove 9 hours to a foreign city to start a new chapter of my life.  Although my days no longer revolved around the sport of gymnastics, I was able to appreciate the determination, self-confidence and relentless need to succeed that gymnastics provided me with and apply them to my future.  
   
Gymnastics has made me the person I am today and I can’t picture my life without it.  It has taught me many lessons; including commitment, responsibility, and teamwork.  I have gratefully been able to take those lessons and transition into my role at Alpha Factor.  As your Relationship Manager, my goal is to use my love and passion for gymnastics to connect with you and your team.  I want to help make your team’s vision come to life so they can feel confident while they compete.  

I can't wait for the opportunity to work with you!
-Shelby Prunty

You can contact Shelby via email at sprunty@alphafactor.com





Tuesday, July 15, 2014

About Me: Samantha Engle - Region 3 Alpha Factor Relationship Manager

Samantha Engle
Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Region 3
I have been involved with the sport of gymnastics since before I was born.  My mother was a gymnast, a gymnastics coach, and has been judging the sport for over 25 years.  Gymnastics is the only sports I have ever done.  The sport is in my blood and it is a true passion of mine.  I started competing at the age of 6 at World Olympic Gymnastics Academy in Plano, TX, home of two Olympic champions, Carly Patterson and Nastia Liukin.  I had lost my love of the sport around the age of 14, and made the difficult decision to leave my current gym to join a new club.  This decision turned out to be the best decision of my club gymnastics career.  My new coaches helped me find my love for the sport.  My gymnastics improved, my confidence grew, and soon I was on my way up the level 10 USAG ladder.  In 2005 I became the Junior D All-Around and Beam national champion.  It was at that moment that I realized just how far I had come in my sport.  Shortly after my victory in 2005, I began to receive recruiting letters from NCAA colleges.  After speaking with over 20 colleges I accepted a full athletic scholarship to Louisiana State University.  I competed my full four years with LSU (2008-2011).  During this time, our team qualified to two Super Six Championships and I achieved All-American status on the uneven bars.

Like stated earlier, gymnastics is my passion.  Gymnastics taught me confidence, strength, time management, and responsibility…just to name a few!  The sport has brought me to life time mentors and friends.  Every influential person in my life as come from this sport.  Gymnastics is an extremely tight-knit community and I feel blessed to be a part of this wonderful sport.

Alpha Factor has allowed me to stay involved with the sport I love.  I not only work with the best staff and the most supportive company, but I get to work with the most amazing and loyal customers of any industry!  Many of my customers are those I have known from my previous gymnastics career including teammates and coaches.  My goal as an Alpha Factor Relationship Manager is to reach out to as many gyms as I can and help them look and feel their best.  A gymnast can perform well in any leotard, but a gymnast will perform her best when she is feeling her best!  I strive to have each customer feeling confident going into every competition and give them that extra boost of confidence before each competition. 

I can't wait to help outfit your team!
-Sam Engle

You can contact Sam via email at sengle@alphafactor.com.


Monday, July 14, 2014

About Me: Tia Orlando - Region 1 Alpha Factor Relationship Manager

Tia Orlando Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Tia Orlando
Alpha Factor Relationship Manager
Region 1
At the age of 2 I started dancing at my mother’s studio, Pennsport School of Dance, located in South Philadelphia. I absolutely loved it, until we started incorporating gymnastics into the class and realized that I no longer wanted to be a ballerina, I wanted to be a gymnast. At the age of 3 my parents brought me to a gym in New Jersey called Cherry Hill Gymnastics, and I became absolutely obsessed with the sport. Competing in level 5 was not what I had hoped for however, and I was not this superstar I imagined myself to be. I was lucky to even receive a medal, but I still craved and loved competing. The summer of 1998 I attended a gymnastics camp in Allentown, Pennsylvania at Parkettes Gymnastics and it was there that my Olympic dream was born.

I was 10 years old, and when I returned home from camp I sat down with my parents and let them know that I had to train at Parkettes. If that meant moving to Pennsylvania, then that is what I had to do. Deep down I knew I could make the Olympic Team if I just got the opportunity. After many discussions, I packed my bags and moved to Pennsylvania with my grandmother. Eventually, my parents wanted the family to be together, and so they uprooted my sister and brother and moved to Pennsylvania so I could follow my dream.

Once at Parkettes, I moved up the ranks quickly, and before I knew it I was a home-schooled, elite gymnast on the National Team. I competed for the USA from 2000- 2004, and traveled the world. I brought home medals, and was even congratulated by the President for helping the team win gold in Santo Domingo. My Olympic dream was shattered in 2004 when I broke my foot at Olympic Trials, and I realized that all the years of hard work had come to an end. I sometimes still wonder what my life would be like if I had been able to compete in the 2004 Olympics, but I know through my beliefs there was a different path laid out for me.


I continued on to compete for Arizona State University and graduate with a Bachelor’s degree in communication. I sit here now as working professional and know that gymnastics gave me so much more than my medals, it made me the person I am today. I still have fans let me know that I have made an impact on their daughter’s lives, and that is something that means the world to me. As your Relationship Manager I not only want to help create the perfect leotard for you and your team, but I also strive to share the love of the sport with you and your athletes. 

I look forward to working with you!
- Tia Orlando

You can contact Tia via email at torlando@alphafactor.com.

Thursday, April 24, 2014

The New Alpha Factor®

We are so excited to announce that our new 2015 Competitive Catalog is now available! This season, we’re
Alpha Factor 2015 Catalog
2014-2015
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feeling more confident than ever. You can still expect the same honesty, integrity and confidence you are used to, but we are introducing some exciting new features for the 2014-2015 season that we think you’re going to love.

Our new, exclusive performance lace is a glamorous, sophisticated fabric for the most refined gymnasts and will be a showstopper on the floor! Lace is available in 4 colors and offered on 14 stunning styles. Additionally, we now have a sparkle mystique fabric that will keep all eyes on you.

We are so excited that our Platinum Collection now features sparkling Swarovski crystals for ultimate brilliance. Our basics, are anything but basic! These styles can now be embellished with 25 new, exclusive glitz options, available in a variety of colors.

Alpha Factor is proud to be the official distributor of adidas® gymnastics in the U.S.A. and Canada. We’re delighted to now offer adidas Men’s in our new catalog. adidas men’s newest jerseys contain the highest-performing climalite mesh fabrics. The ultra-thin, super lightweight and breathable fabric pulls sweat away from the skin to the outer fabric surface for quick evaporation, thus enhancing the body’s natural temperature regulation.

Need a leotard or warm-up fast? Our Quick Ship® line has expanded to offer a large variety of styles in a variety of colors to fit any team’s apparel needs.  

For over 30 years, teams worldwide have been putting their trust in Alpha Factor to provide great fitting, quality gymnastics apparel, exceptional customer service, and the reliability of on-time delivery. Our commitment to our customers is enhanced by our growing Relationship Manager team who are excited to provide our customers with the level of service they deserve!


It’s time for a change. Discover your confidence with Alpha Factor. Browse our new 2015 Competitive Catalog.

Tuesday, January 28, 2014

Alpha Factor® Welcomes New Team Members Tia Orlando, Shelby Prunty, and Adrienne Putrow

Perform Group, LLC® is excited to introduce three new members of the Alpha Factor® Relationship Manager team to the gymnastics community.  The company proudly announces Tia Orlando, Shelby Prunty, and Adrienne Putrow, as their new Relationship Managers for regions 1, 5, and 8, respectively.  Tia, Shelby, and Adrienne join Samantha Engle, the Alpha Factor® region 3 Relationship Manager.  All four of the Alpha Factor® Relationship Managers have extensive gymnastics experience and are experts in their field, providing them insight into the needs and expectations of coaches and their athletes.

“We are delighted to have these experienced gymnasts join our relationship management team, and are confident that they will continue Alpha Factor’s tradition of extraordinary customer service with integrity,” expressed John Misner, President and Chief Operations Officer of Perform Group, LLC.

About the New Relationship Managers
Tia Orlando – Relationship Manager, Region 1 (California, Nevada, Utah and Arizona):
Tia hails from Arizona and was a member of the US National Team from 2000-2004. She attended the Olympic Trials in 2004, but was sidelined due to injury. Tia attended Arizona State University on a full athletic scholarship as a member of their women’s gymnastics team, and graduated with a Bachelor’s degree in Communications. While Tia now resides in Arizona, her roots are in Pennsylvania where she trained at Parkettes, located in Allentown. 

Shelby Prunty – Relationship Manager, Region 5 (Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, and Ohio): 
Shelby is a proud Louisiana State University alum where she was a member of their women’s gymnastics team and a three-time All-American. Shelby received her Bachelor’s degree in Sport Administration Commerce in May 2013. She worked as a Marketing and Promotions Intern for LSU Athletics and came highly recommended by DD Breaux, LSU’s well respected Head Coach of gymnastics. Shelby currently lives in Tennessee, but her hometown is in Illinois. She will manage Region 5 along with the state of Tennessee.

Adrienne Putrow – Relationship Manager, Region 8 (Alabama, Florida, Georgia, Mississippi, Louisiana, North Carolina, and South Carolina): Adrienne is the team director at the highly respected Brown’s Gymnastics in Florida. She has been involved in all aspects of gymnastics for over twenty years, as a competitive gymnast herself and then moving into the coaching world. Adrienne brings a wealth of knowledge about what coaches and athletes need. She is also an Alpha Factor® customer and is very excited to be joining a company that she admires and respects. Adrienne graduated from Loyola University of Chicago with a Bachelor’s degree in International Studies. 

Please continue to contact customer service at 800-825-7428 or shop online, www.alphafactor.com, while our new Relationship Managers undergo training. They will reach out to their regions directly within the next few weeks. 

Wednesday, January 8, 2014

NEW YEAR. NEW STYLES. NEW LOGO.


NEW YEAR. NEW STYLES. NEW LOGO.
AERIALS BY ALPHA FACTOR IS NOW SPORTING NEW LOGO!


Aerials by Alpha Factor
New year, new styles, new logo.  Aerials by Alpha Factor will be sporting a new logo in 2014.  Aerials by Alpha Factor which features fashion forward workout leotards and accessories and Alpha Factor featuring competitive team apparel will be united by one significant symbol. The Alpha Factor logo, which the gymnastics community has come to recognize and trust, will now represent both competitive and practice wear collections.  

“We are thrilled to roll out our Alpha Factor logo to our Aerials brand; we have world class products whether it is workout or competitive apparel.  Both of our lines embrace the same exceptional quality, fit, and styling and are manufactured using high level sewing and fabric standards, therefore, should be represented by one strong logo which conveys that commitment to excellence” states director of marketing and design, Sara Murphy. 
Aerials by Alpha Factor - Winter 2014 Workout wear Gymnastics catalog

As a major participant in the world of gymnastics for over 30 years, Perform Group LLC® now has one emblem that represents their gymnastics division as a whole that coaches and gymnasts associate with commitment, quality, and confidence.

The new logo will appear on all new Aerials workout apparel beginning January 2014.
The new Aerials Winter 2014 Collection is available online now https://www.aerialsbyalphafactor.com/winter-2014/1


Monday, October 28, 2013

Important: Alpha Factor Team Updates

The entire team at Alpha Factor heartily thanks you for your business and wants to let you know how much we appreciate our relationship.  We have established our reputation in gymnastics over the past 35 years on innovative apparel design, excellent service and quality, and integrity in all of our business practices.  We hope that this commitment is visible in all of our actions, not just in our words.

We regret to inform you that several members of our Alpha Factor Customer Relationship Manager team-- Wendy Martin, Calli Campo, Cory Fritzinger, and Erin Gettle-- recently resigned and several have accepted positions at Elite Sportswear. 

Unfortunately, based on information in our possession, we have initiated legal action per our counsel’s advice against Ms. Martin, Ms. Campo, and GK/Elite Sportswear. As pleaded in the legal complaint filed with the court, we believe certain of our confidential and proprietary information was disclosed to GK/Elite and used against us.  This was not a decision we made lightly and you will undoubtedly hear more about this litigation in the future.

Rest assured, the departure of these associates will not change the way we do business or interrupt the exceptional service you expect from us!  Our commitment to our values and to the gymnastics community is as strong as ever and you can trust that we will continue to offer high quality merchandise, delivered on time – exactly as promised – every time. If you worked with one of our past relationship managers and you need anything, please do not hesitate to contact me directly.

We are excited to move forward and are actively recruiting new gymnastics experts to join our team and ensure that we continue to provide you with the highest level of quality and service. As always, your feedback and comments are welcome.  Your relationship is important to us!  On behalf of the Alpha Factor team, 

Amy Imhoff 
Alpha Factor, a Division of Perform Group, LLC.
Director of Sales
(717) 852-6934

Tuesday, April 30, 2013

Alpha Factor Announces U.S. and Canadian Distribution for adidas Gymnastics

“adidas is all in” – the sport of gymnastics. The world-renowned sports apparel industry leader has announced the launch of a new apparel line for gymnasts, along with its new U.S. supplier, Alpha Factor, the premier gymnastics apparel company in the industry. The new line includes in-stock and custom colored gymnastics leotards as well as a variety of adidas Gymnastics clothing, footwear, and accessories. 

adidas Gymnastics has incorporated high performance fabrics into the new garments, blending iconic adidas styling with new innovations in gymnastics wear. The adidas brand is known as a global leader in the sporting goods industry with brands built on a passion for helping athletes of all skill levels achieve peak performance with every product brought to market. 

The new Spring/Summer collection which launched this month is available for purchase at www.theelegantsports.com worldwide and through local Alpha Factor representatives in the U.S. Plans for an expanded Fall/Winter line to be released in August 2013 include a signature collection by Olympian McKayla Maroney, new leotard styles and warm-ups, as well as men’s apparel and accessories. Alpha Factor representatives are thrilled to be able to offer the new line to their customers in the U.S. and in Canada.

“Alpha Factor is “all in” with adidas Gymnastics and Elegant Sports! We make a great team and are excited to offer the best customer service worldwide,” said Wendy Martin, Sales Manager for Alpha Factor.

adidas Gymnastics is the sponsor and apparel supplier to numerous international Olympic gymnastics teams. They recently signed U.S. National team athletes McKayla Maroney, Jordyn Wieber, Jake Dalton and Danell Leyva. Perform Group, LLC®, the Pennsylvania-based parent company of Alpha Factor® and Aerials by Alpha Factor® gymnastics apparel is manufacturing and distributing for Elegant Sports, official global licensee of adidas for gymnastics. Alpha Factor has specialized in gymnastics apparel for over 30 years and has secured a long-standing reputation for exceptional quality and fit with its popular gymnastic leotards and apparel.

“We are delighted to be working with Elegant Sports, adidas’ global licensee for gymnastics. Elegant Sports brings an innovative and fresh approach to the iconic adidas brand. This dovetails perfectly with our reputation for unparalleled customer service, uncompromising quality, on-time fulfillment, and superior craftsmanship. Together, we make a winning team,” said John Wayne Misner, Executive Vice President of Perform Group, LLC.

About Alpha Factor and Perform Group, LLC

Perform Group, LLC is a leader in providing high-quality performance apparel for the global markets of gymnastics and dance. Perform Group’s brands, Alpha Factor, Aerials by Alpha Factor, and Curtain Call, can be found around the world, but the large majority of the garments are designed, manufactured and marketed in York, PA. For more information, please visit www.AlphaFactor.com,www.AerialsbyAlphaFactor.com, or Facebook at http://facebook.com/alphafactor and http://facebook.com/aerialsbyalphafactor

About Elegant Sports 

Elegant Sports International Company, LTD is the official global licensee for adidas Gymnastics. With international headquarters located in Hong Kong and U.S. headquarters in Los Angeles, CA, the group is dedicated solely to the sport of gymnastics, bringing on board expert consultants and Olympians David Durante and Courtney Kupets. For more information, please visit www.theelegantsports.com. For information on adidas gymnastics, please visit www.adidasgymnastics.com or Facebook at http://facebook.com/adidasgymnastics, and Twitter http://twitter.com/adidasgym.