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Inside one of the Island Sole stores in Waikiki. The stores are known for their wide selection of sandals and footwear. Photo by SES.

Island Sole Adapts to Changing Retail Landscape

A talk with Kent Untermann, the owner of the high-volume footwear account Island Sole, about the changing retail…

Executive Edition February 20, 2018
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Vans Records Blockbuster Q4

It’s hard to believe that Vans' results could keep getting better, but that’s exactly what happened - we…

Executive Edition February 16, 2018
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Billabong Outlines Rationale for Sale to Boardriders

Billabong reveals why staying independent is riskier than selling to Boardriders, including details about larger market conditions and…

Executive Edition February 14, 2018
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How Volcom Performed in 2017

A look at Volcom's top and bottom line as parent company Kering looks to sell the brand to…

Executive Edition February 13, 2018
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What You Need to Know About Amazon's 2017 Results

A look through Amazon's annual report shows many interesting numbers and information about the online behemoth's business

Executive Edition February 7, 2018

Deckers Sounds Optimistic Note

We have details about how Sanuk performed in the holiday quarter and about how Deckers did overall

Executive Edition February 2, 2018

Tilly's Makes its Case to Investors

While retail is a dirty word to many Wall Street types these days, Tilly’s laid out its case…

Executive Edition January 24, 2018
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Updated – SES Podcast: RIPNDIP Founder Ryan O'Connor

The rise of RIPNDIP is a perfect example of how the growth and distribution strategies of new brands…

Executive Edition January 22, 2018

Urban Outfitters Breaks Down Holiday Results

One category dampened results at the Urban Outfitters chain. Plus, the key internal change that has lead to…

Executive Edition January 17, 2018
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