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KMD Brands Unveils Restructuring Strategy for Growth at Investor Day
The parent company of Rip Curl, Oboz, and Kathmandu shared a comprehensive turnaround plan including leadership changes, store…
Executive Edition September 8, 2025Zumiez Beats Q2 Expectations on Strong North American Sales
CEO Rick Brooks shared more about the company's back-to-school results, plans to reduce the impact of tariffs, and…
Executive Edition September 5, 2025Tillys Reports Profit, Welcomes New CEO Nate Smith
The retailer is stabilizing operations through a good back-to-school season, cost cutting, and lower inventory.
Executive Edition September 4, 2025Surf Shops Share Summer Sales Trends, Brands That Are Working, and More
SESO spoke with seven key surf accounts, including Aqua East, Surfside Sports, and Island Water Sports, to see…
Executive Edition September 4, 2025Journeys’ Comp Sales Surge Drives Genesco’s Q2 Beat
Executives at parent company Genesco commented on what types of products are selling well at Journeys, and how…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025Dick’s Sporting Goods CEO: “We Are Not Seeing Any Signs of Slowdown with the Consumer”
Dick's CEO Lauren Hobart had several very interesting things to say about the state of the consumer in…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025Urban Outfitters Inc. CEO: “Consumers Are Feeling Very Optimistic”
A strong back-to-school season and "enthusiastic" shoppers at the company's Free People, Urban Outfitters, and Free People chains…
Executive Edition August 28, 2025Roxy Apparel Ready to Make a Splash After Challenging Start to Licensing Model
We talk to Michael Pratt, the president of Roxy apparel licensee 2253, about where Roxy apparel plans to…
Executive Edition August 25, 2025Kontoor CEO Shares Helly Hansen U.S. Growth Plans
Helly Hansen will deepen wholesale relationships, open stores, leverage Kontoor’s digital platform, and expand to new products and…
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