RAWLINGS: ended its relationship with Falcons quarterback Michael Vick over his federal dog-fighting indictment. Rawlings said it was “disappointed” over the charges brought against Vick, and considered ending the relationship “necessary” even though he hasn’t been convicted.
STARBUCKS: New England Music Makers Competition voting is underway for its third year. Web users can vote for the semi-finalists online, with 49 finalists to compete at seven Starbucks locations in August and September.
GLOBAL BRANDS GROUP: hired Simon Hawkins as vice president of licensing and sales for Europe, Middle East and Africa. Hawkins was formerly Reebok vice president of sales.
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