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Nixon doubles down on details

How Nixon is approaching the difficult global watch market

Executive Edition April 26, 2017
Surfer Ian Walsh

Hydro Flask Surges at Retail

Surprise success in Hawaii launched the outdoor brand into surf and action sports channels. We talk with CEO…

Executive Edition April 26, 2017
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Dismal December for Core Stores

We have details about sales trends by category, including some surprises

Executive Edition April 26, 2017
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Volcom Q1 Down in Stellar Quarter for Kering

Details about Volcom's sales performance in the first quarter

Executive Edition April 25, 2017
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Mad Engine CEO on LRG Acquisition, Plans to Add More Brands

Danish Gajiani explains why the licensed apparel company is moving into action sports and streetwear and its plans…

Executive Edition April 25, 2017
Pierre Andrí© Senizergues in Altamont's new offices in Newport Beach - photo by SES

Talking with Sole Tech CEO Pierre Senizergues

Pierre tells us about a big change for Altamont, what it's been like to compete with multi-billion dollar athletic…

Executive Edition April 24, 2017
Owner Kim Ball inside the store

SES Podcast: Hi-Tech Owner Kim Ball

Hi-Tech in Maui has some unique challenges - Costco is a two-minute walk from the retailer's flagship store,…

Executive Edition April 21, 2017
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Interesting Zumiez Facts

Details from Zumiez's annual report including changes in category sales, big projects for 2017, five-year store growth rates,…

Executive Edition April 19, 2017
Hurley T's at Macy's Ala Moana - they are neatly folded

A Nice Surprise at Macy's, Should PacSun Change Its Name, an Expanded Local Motion, more

What we saw at the Macy's, PacSun, Local Motion, Zumiez, Rip Curl, T&C, HIC, Vans, North Face, Nordstrom…

Executive Edition April 17, 2017
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series