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Dickies a Relative Bright Spot for VF During Pandemic

Why Dickies fared better than other large brands in the VF portfolio in the most recent quarter.

Executive Edition August 5, 2020
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Jeff Hurley on Plans for Simple Acquisition

We talked with Jeff to find out more about why the family bought Simple, their plans for the…

Executive Edition August 4, 2020
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How Proof Lab Has Navigated the Pandemic

Proof Lab, based in Northern California, has become one of the pinnacle accounts in the industry. We talk…

Executive Edition August 3, 2020
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Vans Hardest Hit of VF’s Big Four Brands in Q1

In a big change, Vans recorded the steepest revenue decline of VF’s four biggest brands in the quarter.…

Executive Edition July 31, 2020
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Columbia CEO: Shortages of Winter Product Could Be Coming

Why Tim Boyle believes demand could outpace supply and how Columbia plans to fill the void.

Executive Edition July 30, 2020
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Boardriders CEO on U.S. Shipping Problems

CEO Dave Tanner and Americas President Nate Smith explain the myriad pandemic-related issues that are leading to some…

Executive Edition July 27, 2020
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Updated: The Inventory Crunch at Nordstrom

The company aggressively cut orders and discounted merchandise to clear inventory when the pandemic hit. Now stores have…

Executive Edition July 24, 2020
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NPD Expert: Specialty Sports Retailers Need to Welcome Newbies

We talk to Matt Powell about how specialty retailers are missing a big opportunity with new outdoor entrants,…

Executive Edition July 23, 2020
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How Amer Sports is Approaching the Coming Snow Season

A talk with Mike Adams, VP of Wintersports Equipment for Amer Sports Americas, about why he thinks there…

Executive Edition July 21, 2020
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