PICKERINGTON, Ohio, June 4 /PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Warehouse retailer Sam's Club has named accessories footwear marketer R.G. Barry Corporation (Nasdaq: DFZ) as Supplier of the Quarter in its merchandise division for the first quarter, ended April 30, 2009.

"Our growing partnership with Sam's is a continuing success story," said R.G. Barry Corporation President and Chief Executive Officer Greg Tunney. "We have consistently demonstrated that quality products, superior fulfillment execution and understanding the marketplace can translate into wins for both the supplier and an innovative retailer like Sam's."

"We appreciated this honor," said R.G. Barry's Douglas J. Yannucci, President of Dearfoams(R) and Brands. "Our team focuses on providing great products and services to the 600-plus Sam's Clubs and their members, and it's outstanding to know that our partnership is appreciated."

The Company's DF Sport(R) branded comfort footwear is sold through Sam's Clubs nationwide.

About R.G. Barry Corporation

R.G. Barry Corporation (Nasdaq: DFZ), the Dearfoams(R) company, is one of the world's leading developers and marketers of accessory footwear. Visit us online at www.rgbarry.com to learn more about our business.

SOURCE R.G. Barry Corporation