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Surf Brand Execs Weigh In On Market Conditions, Tariffs, and More
With so much uncertainty in the market right now, we asked several brand executives about sales trends at…
Executive Edition September 11, 2025
How Norrøna’s Fourth-Generation Owner Is Making His Mark
Jørgen Jørgensen is expanding the family-owned Norwegian brand that retailers rave about globally with year-round gear beyond skiing…
Executive Edition September 11, 2025
KMD Brands Unveils Restructuring Strategy for Growth at Investor Day
The parent company of Rip Curl, Oboz, and Kathmandu shared a comprehensive turnaround plan including leadership changes, store…
Executive Edition September 8, 2025
Zumiez Beats Q2 Expectations on Strong North American Sales
CEO Rick Brooks shared more about the company's back-to-school results, plans to reduce the impact of tariffs, and…
Executive Edition September 5, 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…
Executive Edition September 4, 2025
Journeys’ Comp Sales Surge Drives Genesco’s Q2 Beat
Executives at parent company Genesco commented on what types of products are selling well at Journeys, and how…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025
Dick’s Sporting Goods CEO: “We Are Not Seeing Any Signs of Slowdown with the Consumer”
Dick's CEO Lauren Hobart had several very interesting things to say about the state of the consumer in…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025
Urban Outfitters Inc. CEO: “Consumers Are Feeling Very Optimistic”
A strong back-to-school season and "enthusiastic" shoppers at the company's Free People, Urban Outfitters, and Free People chains…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025
