Looking back and ahead: Scott VanDerripe

Today we hear from One Distribution partner Scott VanDerripe about his predictions for 2010 and the important lessons of 2009. One Distribution owns the popular skate apparel brand KR3W the skate shoe brand Supra.

What’s the biggest impact the recession has had on the industry this year, both with regard to business impact and the industry’s psyche?

Everyone in our industry has been affected in one way or another by the recession, whether it be company budget cuts, job loss, or financial situations at home.