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Fortified Equity Acquires AVID Sportswear, Appoints Pete Angle CEO
Angle has been consulting as interim president of the performance lifestyle brand for fishing, hunting, and outdoor adventure for the past two years, according to a news release.
News September 17, 2025
LOWA’s Outgoing U.S. G.M. Peter Sachs Doesn’t Hold Back
From his greatest achievements to his toughest challenges, Sachs reflects on nearly 30 years growing LOWA’s U.S. presence and the issues the outdoor industry is wrestling with today.
News September 16, 2025
VF Corp. Sells Dickies to Bluestar Alliance for $600 Million
VF Corp will use the funds against its significant debt burden while Hurley owner Bluestar will aim to return Dickies to growth.
News September 15, 2025
Sunnyside Tested 100+ AI Tools for Actual Marketing Work; These Made the Cut
See the top picks that actually delivered results for content, CRO, customer service, and ad creative.
July 7
Surf Expo September Delivers Strong Momentum
The show delivered strong attendance, expanding categories, and industry optimism, Surf Expo said in a press release.
News September 12, 2025
DUER Co-founder on Expanding the Canadian Brand’s U.S. and European Retail Footprint
DUER is seizing opportunity in uncertainty, opening new stores in the U.S. while launching European operations through a partnership. REI and other retailers are fans of the brand.
News September 9, 2025
Updated: More Photos and Quotes from Surf Expo
We added many more photos and quotes from the show floor to our Surf Expo report.
News September 9, 2025
Dick’s Sporting Goods Closes Foot Locker Deal, Introduces North American Team
Longtime Nike exec Ann Freeman will work with Dick's Executive Chairman Ed Stack to lead Foot Locker North America alongside a new leadership team.
News September 8, 2025
Ron Jon Surf Shop Founder Ron DiMenna Dies at Age 88
DiMenna founded Ron Jon in 1959 on the New Jersey Shore and expanded its retail fleet along the East Coast.
News September 8, 2025
Zumiez Beats Q2 Expectations on Strong North American Sales
CEO Rick Brooks shared more about the company's back-to-school results, plans to reduce the impact of tariffs, and expectations for the holidays and second half of the year on Zumiez's…
Executive Edition September 5, 2025
