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Pierre Andrí© Senizergues in Altamont's new offices in Newport Beach - photo by SES

Talking with Sole Tech CEO Pierre Senizergues

Pierre tells us about a big change for Altamont, what it's been like to compete with multi-billion dollar athletic…

Executive Edition April 24, 2017
Owner Kim Ball inside the store

SES Podcast: Hi-Tech Owner Kim Ball

Hi-Tech in Maui has some unique challenges - Costco is a two-minute walk from the retailer's flagship store,…

Executive Edition April 21, 2017
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Interesting Zumiez Facts

Details from Zumiez's annual report including changes in category sales, big projects for 2017, five-year store growth rates,…

Executive Edition April 19, 2017
ISA President Fernando Aguerre with Surfer Damien Hobgood in Laguna Beach last night

Fernando Aguerre Updates Industry on 2020 Olympic Games

ISA President Fernando Aguerre updated industry executives on the status of surfing’s participation in the 2020 Olympic Games…

News April 18, 2017
Susan Branch - Photo courtesy of Billabong

Billabong Women's Global GM to Step Down

Susan Branch, who led the team that won three key SIMA Awards last month, is leaving the brand…

News April 17, 2017
Hurley T's at Macy's Ala Moana - they are neatly folded

A Nice Surprise at Macy's, Should PacSun Change Its Name, an Expanded Local Motion, more

What we saw at the Macy's, PacSun, Local Motion, Zumiez, Rip Curl, T&C, HIC, Vans, North Face, Nordstrom…

Executive Edition April 17, 2017
Brent Futagaki

Brent Futagaki Departs Active

The 17-year veteran of Active Ride Shop who most recently served as Vice President of Marketing has exited…

News April 14, 2017
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Billabong Reacts Quickly to Costco Problem

Billabong sprang into action when current season T's began appearing for $11.99

News April 13, 2017
Photo courtesy of Mammoth

Mammoth Resorts to Get New Owner

The buyer is also in the process of buying Intrawest Resorts

News April 12, 2017
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