After a stronger than expected rebound, concerning trends are developing for industry brands and retailers as some states tighten COVID-19 restrictions after a surge in cases in parts of the country.
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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New Beanie Brand Launches with a Point of View
We touched base with Brad Alband to find out more, including why he thinks there is room in the market for a new player.
Brand Founders Share Inspirational Stories in New Video Series
686 Technical Apparel Founder Mike West is launching a video series called “In My Eyes” which showcases the stories of brand founders who have spoken to Mike’s students at USC.
How Swim Brand Maaji Has Navigated the Pandemic
The COVID-19 lockdowns came at particularly challenging time for brands with big spring businesses. So we checked in with Maaji to get an update on the brand.
Lucky Brand Files for Bankruptcy Protection, ABG in Hunt to Buy Brand
COVID-19 has forced another over leveraged retailer into bankruptcy court.
Outdoor Retailer SVP on Launching First Digital Show
We ask Marisa Nicholson about how the show will work and how retailers and brands have responded to the new offering.
Roark to talk with Rastafarian Ambassador Ivah Wilmot about Justice and Equal Rights
The digital event takes place Wednesday, July 1, at 6 pm PST at Roark’s Instagram Live account.
Top Viewed Stories So Far This Year
With a global pandemic, large scale protests for racial equality and continued disruption in the action sports industry, it has already been one of the most tumultuous years ever.
Seafolly Goes into Voluntary Administration in Australia citing Pandemic Impact
Voluntary administration in Australia is somewhat similar to the bankruptcy process in the U.S.
Vans Joins Facebook Boycott, Will Use Retail Windows to Support Black Lives Matter
Vans will divert Facebook advertising dollars and the cost of building their usual window displays to support Black communities.
Lululemon To Acquire In-Home Fitness Company MIRROR for $500 Million
The company said MIRROR will bolster Lululemon’s digital ‘sweatlife’ offerings and bring immersive and personalized in-home sweat, and mindfulness solutions to new and existing Lululemon customers.
Core Careers: Big Tony Alvarez
Big Tony Alvarez, most recently Volcom’s Global VP of Supply Chain and Responsible Manufacturing, has had an incredible and varied career. We asked him about his path in the industry, his favorite memories during his 19-years at Volcom, and what he thinks about the state of the industry.
