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Salty Crew GM Jason Shelton Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

Salty Crew GM Jason Shelton Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

SESO is catching up with Shelton about the eventful year for the brand and the industry.

News December 18, 2025
Rumpl General Manager Josh Simpson Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

Rumpl General Manager Josh Simpson Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

Former Snow Peak Campfield GM Josh Simpson joined Portland, Oregon-based Rumpl as general manager in January 2025. Here, he reflects on the past year's lessons and shares what's on deck…

News December 18, 2025
Public Lands Threats and the Outdoor Industry: A Q&A with Re:Public Founder Chris Keyes

Public Lands Threats and the Outdoor Industry: A Q&A with Re:Public Founder Chris Keyes

Former Outside editor Chris Keyes discusses how threats to public lands over the course of 2025 impacted the outdoor industry, the kinds of stories that are resonating with readers and…

News December 17, 2025
New Rip Curl CEO Ashley Reade Shares Go-Forward Strategy

New Rip Curl CEO Ashley Reade Shares Go-Forward Strategy

Reade spoke with SESO about the centralization of product teams in Australia, his strategy for the North American market, and more.

Executive Edition December 17, 2025
Roark CEO Jason Steris Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

Roark CEO Jason Steris Reflects on 2025, Looks Ahead to 2026

Steris opens up about the biggest business lesson of 2025 and plans for the company in 2026.

News December 16, 2025
Outdoor Retailer Reveals Excursion Details for August Show

Outdoor Retailer Reveals Excursion Details for August Show

Take part in hiking, trail running, yoga, walking, birding and climbing activities minutes from the Minneapolis Convention Center.

News December 16, 2025
Oboz President Amy Beck on 2025’s Challenges and Opportunities in 2026

Oboz President Amy Beck on 2025’s Challenges and Opportunities in 2026

Years of navigating crises have taken a toll on the outdoor industry, Beck says. Preventing burnout among the workforce before the market turns will be key to long-term success.

News December 16, 2025
Licensing and the Future of the Surf Industry

Licensing and the Future of the Surf Industry

What does it say about the surf industry that such a high percentage of top industry brands are now operating under a licensing model? We asked two industry veterans and an…

Executive Edition December 15, 2025
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series