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Outerwear sales rose slightly in the past 12 months

Spotlight on Outerwear Sales

The outerwear category has seen a small sales gain in the past 12 months thanks to the long…

News April 19, 2023
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Vuori Nabs Former Vans, Billabong, Yeti Execs as it Fills Out C-Suite

The activewear brand continues to build out its executive ranks, including hiring for three positions that are firsts…

News April 18, 2023
BC Surf & Sport Fort Lauderdale

BC Owner on Business, Sales Trends and a Move Away from Covid Comparisons

Bruce Cromartie breaks down the year so far for BC Surf & Sport as he fills SES in…

News April 18, 2023
General Manager of Rock in Resole in Boulder, Colorado - Keiko Tanaka

Rock and Resole Climbing Store Finds Success in Specializing

As a specialty retailer laser-focused on climbing gear, Boulder store Rock and Resole has avoided the inventory overhang…

News April 18, 2023
Maddie Perty, VP of Marketing joins Mammut North America

Mammut North America Beefs Up Executive Team

Mammut North America has added several new vice presidents to its executive team in North America to support…

News April 18, 2023
Maui Nix Fort Lauderdale

Maui Nix Owner Talks Labor, Pricing and “Pleasant Surprises”

Catching up with Maui Nix’s George Karamitos on brand buildouts, challenges, and opportunities for his seven-store business.

News April 17, 2023
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Tilly’s Hires Laura Janney as Merchandising Chief

She begins her new role at the company May 8.

News April 17, 2023
Two skiers with Black Crows skis survey a mountain.

How Ski Brand Black Crows Adjusted to a Post-Pandemic Market 

Sales of Black Crows’ touring skis accelerated during the COVID pandemic, but now more people are buying all-terrain,…

News April 17, 2023
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Luis Benitez Exits VF Corp to Push For Federal Outdoor Recreation Office

Outdoor industry executive Luis Benitez is leaving Denver-based VF Corp. after four years as vice president of global…

News April 14, 2023
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