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SES Store Tour: Dick’s For The Win in the Desert

We visit a "C" mall to see the good and the bad at Dick's, Zumiez, Tilly's, PacSun, Macy's…

Executive Edition April 4, 2018
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The Buckle Backs Off New Store Openings

Plus details about men's and women's sales trends and the growing private label business.

Executive Edition April 2, 2018
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Glimmer of Good News Emerges at Core Retail

Details about what brands and categories recorded great results at core stores in February, according to ActionWatch.

Executive Edition March 29, 2018
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Dave Tanner on Billabong Acquisition, Integration, Legacy of Pierre Agnes and More

A talk with the Boardriders CEO about the coming integration with Billabong and much more.

Executive Edition March 27, 2018
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Neil Fiske on Billabong Sale and What the Future Holds

We asked the Billabong CEO if this moment was bittersweet for him, what he is most proud of,…

Executive Edition March 27, 2018
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Dick’s Disses Under Armour

Plus, what apparel brands need to do to keep their business with Dick's.

Executive Edition March 26, 2018
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Nike Buys Data Analytics Firm and Other News

News from Nike earnings call, including details about Converse woes, improvements coming in North America for Nike, big…

Executive Edition March 23, 2018
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Macy’s Eliminates Dedicated Action Sports Buying Team in LA

The industry had worked closely for years with the lead buyer for action sports, Nathan Barnard.

Executive Edition March 21, 2018
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Why Journeys Recorded a Block Buster Q4

Details about why the key industry footwear retailer is rebounding.

Executive Edition March 20, 2018
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series