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Dave Tanner on Billabong Acquisition, Integration, Legacy of Pierre Agnes and More

A talk with the Boardriders CEO about the coming integration with Billabong and much more.

Executive Edition March 27, 2018
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Neil Fiske on Billabong Sale and What the Future Holds

We asked the Billabong CEO if this moment was bittersweet for him, what he is most proud of,…

Executive Edition March 27, 2018
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Dick’s Disses Under Armour

Plus, what apparel brands need to do to keep their business with Dick's.

Executive Edition March 26, 2018
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Nike Buys Data Analytics Firm and Other News

News from Nike earnings call, including details about Converse woes, improvements coming in North America for Nike, big…

Executive Edition March 23, 2018
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Macy’s Eliminates Dedicated Action Sports Buying Team in LA

The industry had worked closely for years with the lead buyer for action sports, Nathan Barnard.

Executive Edition March 21, 2018
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Why Journeys Recorded a Block Buster Q4

Details about why the key industry footwear retailer is rebounding.

Executive Edition March 20, 2018
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Zumiez on Fire in Q4 and in February

CEO Rick Brooks discusses where retail is going, a bright spot for footwear, losses at Blue Tomato in…

Executive Edition March 16, 2018
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What a Year for Adidas

A breakdown of 2017, including the blockbuster results in North America

Executive Edition March 14, 2018
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Stores Save the Day for Tilly's

Details about Tilly's nightmare holiday computer glitch, top-performing categories in Q4, and how Q1 is shaking out so…

Executive Edition March 13, 2018
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series