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YPulse, Outdoor Retailer to Offer Webinar on Insights on Gen Z

Gen Z may be highly aware of all the environmental issues facing the planet, however, that doesn’t mean…

News August 18, 2023
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Stewart Surfboards’ Second-Gen Owners Look to Take Shop into the Future, Honor Past

Ashley Stewart Leines, along with husband Erik Leines, talk used board momentum and private label wins, all while…

News August 17, 2023
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L.L.Bean Ups Its Wholesale Game, Eyes More Retail Expansion

Legacy outdoor brand L.L.Bean has been making moves to expand beyond its own stores, website, and long-running catalog.…

News August 17, 2023
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Outdoor Retailer to Launch Large Hosted Buyer Program in 2024 

Starting next year, Outdoor Retailer is revamping the format of its trade show, with a refreshed focus on retail…

News August 16, 2023
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TJX CEO: Marketplace “Loaded” with Brands as Shopper Traffic Ramps Up

More new Gen Z and Millennial customers are helping drive momentum as the T.J. Maxx and Marshalls parent…

Executive Edition August 16, 2023
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Puffin Drinkwear Names Tory Upham CEO

Puffin Drinkwear announced that Tory Upham will be the company’s next CEO. Upham will succeed Interim CEO Scott…

News August 16, 2023
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Rhythm Keeps Steady Hand as Brand Demand Grows

How Rhythm, which is on track to see $50 million in revenue by 2026, is working with sister…

News August 15, 2023
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Mystery Ranch Narrows Focus to Tackle Industry Obstacles

Backpack brand Mystery Ranch is dealing with the same challenges that the rest of the industry is facing,…

News August 15, 2023
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Haydenshapes Offers Contemporary Design in Wetsuit Launch

Founder Hayden Cox talks about the wetsuit launch, ready-to-wear, navigating the current business environment, and whether he would…

News August 14, 2023
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