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Digging Deeper Into Skate and Surf Participation Growth

We followed up with ActionWatch President Patrik Schmidle to find out more about the intriguing participation numbers around…

Executive Edition July 6, 2021
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Details About Nike’s Profound DTC Shift

Nike executives disclosed fascinating numbers about Nike's digital and DTC transformation during an earnings conference call Thursday.

Executive Edition June 26, 2021
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Salty Crew Expands Into Women’s

We talk to Tom Ruiz and Jared Lane about Salty Crew's move into the women's market, plus how…

Executive Edition June 21, 2021
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IPD Aims To Go Back to Surf Industry’s Roots

Everything you need to know about the business strategy behind IPD, including why the industry veterans want to…

Executive Edition June 17, 2021
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Boardriders the Big Winner at New Dick’s OC Store

While many industry brands are featured, Boardriders is the big winner with several brand buildouts that go far…

Executive Edition June 16, 2021
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How Patagonia’s Surf Division is Managing Surging Demand

We talk with Jason McCaffrey, who leads the surf division globally, about how they are managing the demand…

Executive Edition June 16, 2021
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What’s Selling at Hansen’s

We also asked Co-Owner Josh Hansen about business trends so far in 2021, how inventory levels are holding…

Executive Edition June 8, 2021
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Tilly’s Exciting Results in Stores

Tilly’s has joined the retail party that is happening as the country emerges from the pandemic. Plus, some…

Executive Edition June 4, 2021
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Depth of Sales Surge Surprises Zumiez

Plus, how Zumiez thinks the rest of the year will play out and why executives are bullish on…

Executive Edition June 4, 2021
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