Ross Garrettt is returning to the company where he worked in various positions for nine years. He replaces Kyle Laughlin, who joined Surfline three years ago from Amazon.
Tiffany Montgomery
Tiffany Montgomery is Content Director and Editor-in-Chief of Shop Eat Surf Outdoor, and oversees editorial direction for Retail TouchPoints and Impressions Magazine. She founded Shop Eat Surf in 2007 (acquired by Emerald in 2019) and led its 2025 expansion into Shop Eat Surf Outdoor. Previously a reporter and editor at The Orange County Register for more than a decade, covering beats ranging from police and city hall to the business of surf, retail, and restaurant industries.
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Paul Naude and Bob Hurley on Their New Alliance
Vissla CEO Paul Naude and Hurley Founder Bob Hurley, who is no longer involved in this namesake brand but is in investor in Florence Marine X and IPD, recently created waves when they announced a collaboration between Vissla and Florence on Instagram.
Evan Slater Moves to Sun Bum; David Brooks to Authentic; More Boardriders Hiring News
Former Billabong VP of Global Marketing Evan Slater has landed an elevated role at sunscreen company Sun Bum. He starts his new job today.
Authentic Brands Closes on Boardriders Acquisition
Boardriders’ sale to Authentic Brands Group officially closed Friday in a deal that shifts ownership of some of the industry’s largest core surf and skate brands to a new parent. “Authentic Brands Group is pleased to confirm the completion of its purchase of...
Boardriders Employees – Let Us Know Your Job Moves
With the acquisition of Boardriders expected to close this week, we are hoping to hear where Boardriders employees are going next.
Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation
The devastating fires in Maui have impacted thousands of people, including Kim Ball, the owner of Hi-Tech Surf Sports, who lives in Lahaina. Hi-Tech is an important account with five stores on the island, including their flagship location in Kahului that specializes...
Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball on Maui Devastation
Kim Ball and his family, who are long time residents of Lahaina, lost three homes in the blaze. Ball gives us a report from the ground and shares why tourists need to come back ASAP.
Nearly All Major Surf Brands Attending Surf Expo – Liberated Plants Flag
Nearly every surf brand is turning out for Surf Expo, and it appears that Liberated Brands is making a statement with who it’s bringing to the show.
Paul Harvey Moves to O’Neill; Ryan Mangan Joins Quiksilver Licensee
The sales leadership changes at industry brands continue, with several notable additions recently unfolding.
Quiksilver Global GM Brad Blankinship Resigns from Boardriders
Quiksilver Global GM Brad Blankinship has resigned his position and will exit Boardriders next Friday, SES has learned.
Nixon Founders on Key Lessons Learned in 25 Years of Business
In honor of their anniversary, SES asked Founders Andy Laats and Chad DiNenna about what they are most proud of, the lessons learned over the years, what they would do differently if they could, and what advice they have for other entrepreneurs.
Photos from SIMA’s Waterman’s Weekend 2023
SIMA hosted its annual Waterman’s Weekend Friday and Saturday with several new twists, including the addition of a more casual luau on Friday night and a new venue in Huntington Beach. We have lots of photos from the weekend.
