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Daniel Neukomm Returns as CEO of La Jolla Group; Comments on State of Surf Market
We asked Daniel about why he is returning to the CEO seat, what he thinks of the current…
Executive Edition July 9, 2024
Evo Embarks on Major Expansion of Seattle Campus
Evo's sister real estate company has been buying up real estate around its Seattle store for more than…
Executive Edition July 8, 2024
Updated: Dramatic Drop in Nike’s Lifestyle Business Sparks Reduced Outlook
The Nike turnaround hits a roadblock after an unexpected, sharp decline in sales of key lifestyle franchises. Plus,…
Executive Edition June 27, 2024
Surf Shop Sales Revived by Return of Sunny, Hot Weather in Southern California
It was an extra wet and gloomy winter and spring in Southern California. But the weather turned in…
Executive Edition June 25, 2024
New Rip Curl North America GM Kiki Prince on Growth Plans and More
We asked Kiki Prince about Rip Curl’s ambitious plans for the region, why the GM role intrigued her,…
Executive Edition June 17, 2024
A Cool Summer for the Wetsuit Market, But a Turnaround May Be Coming
We talk to Vissla, Xcel, Rip Curl, Heritage Surf Shop, Hansen's, Proof Lab, ActionWatch and more about the…
Executive Edition June 12, 2024
Free Fly Apparel Looks to Follow Vuori’s Path in Surf Market
An impressive roster of surf shops have already picked up the active outdoor brand that is targeting the…
Executive Edition June 10, 2024
Zumiez Sees Return to North America Growth In Q1; Tilly’s Guides For Slower Turnaround
Two large industry customers reported earnings Thursday and detailed consumer spending and category trends.
Executive Edition June 7, 2024
VF Replaces North Face Leader with New President – VF CEO Making Major Moves
In less than a week, VF Corp. has named new leaders for its two biggest brands – The…
Executive Edition June 4, 2024
