The former Boardriders CEO will oversee three divisions under the new operating structure.
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Liberated Brands’ Captain Fin Hits Reset on Apparel
Captain Fin will see a full apparel relaunch for Spring 2024 as parent Liberated Brands bolsters the brand’s market presence about a year after acquiring the business.
Carver Sees Clear Path into ’24 With New Product, Marketing Boost
VP of Sales Eben Woodall talks about what the company’s done and is doing to get back on track after the market “ground to a halt” following the pandemic run-up in sales.
Rip Curl Parent KMD Says Annual Sales Expected to Hit NZ$1.1B
The projection would be a record annual sales figure for KMD Brands.
Sales Shuffle: Xcel Wetsuits, Salty Crew Get New Sales VPs
Paul Harvey joins Xcel after parting ways with Rip Curl last year. Meanwhile, Courtney Kincaid will join Salty Crew.
Former Champs Sports, AND 1 Exec to Join Zumiez Board
Guy Harkless was appointed to the retailer’s board Tuesday for a term set to end in 2025.
Lotus & Luna Looks to Retain Small Business Vibes Amid Growth
Founder and CEO Janelle Clasby talks about how the same guiding principles that went into starting the business are still infused in the operation as it grows its manufacturing capabilities, categories, and distribution channels.
The Critical Slide Society Looks to Muscle its Way into More North American Stores
The Australian label has its first head of brand for the region and a new office on the way as it looks to ride a wave of renewed market momentum.
How Reel Skipper Grew Beyond Fishing to Surf, Greater Outdoors
Reel Skipper’s founders talk building a women’s performance fishing brand that has managed to snag attention from surf shops and beyond.
What’s New: Good American Puts Size Inclusive Touch on Body Glove Collab
The limited-edition summer capsule featuring Khloe Kardashian offers silhouette updates to popular ‘80s pieces from the Body Glove archive.
Roxy Homage to Lisa Andersen Marks Inflection Point for Surf Industry
A private event to celebrate the legendary surfer’s career and work with Roxy turned into a retrospective for the brand and industry.
What’s New: Outerknown x Seea Go Retro with Sage Erickson
The collection includes three swimsuit styles and is priced from $80 to $170.
