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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
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
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
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
Backcountry Makes Second Acquisition; Former CFO Kevin Lenau Moves to Interim CEO
Backcountry has acquired cycling retailer Velotech Inc., which operates BikeTiresDirect, Western Bikeworks, and TriSports.
News September 4, 2025
Tillys Reports Profit, Welcomes New CEO Nate Smith
The retailer is stabilizing operations through a good back-to-school season, cost cutting, and lower inventory.
Executive Edition September 4, 2025
Surf Shops Share Summer Sales Trends, Brands That Are Working, and More
SESO spoke with seven key surf accounts, including Aqua East, Surfside Sports, and Island Water Sports, to see how the crucial summer selling season turned out.
Executive Edition September 4, 2025
