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Converse Woes, Nike's Grim Take on North American Wholesale

Details about struggles at Converse, plus Nike's dour assessment of the North American retail landscape in the short term

Executive Edition September 27, 2017
Steve Harden - Photo courtesy of KSGB

New President Named for Supra and KR3W

Steve Harden joins Supra and KR3W from Honeywell and previously worked at Oakley, among other companies

News September 26, 2017
Smith Global Brand Director Eric Carlson

SES Podcast: Smith Brand Director Eric Carlson

We talk with Eric about all the changes at Smith, including being in the spotlight at parent company…

Executive Edition September 22, 2017
Aqua East in Jacksonville Beach

Talking Business with the Aqua East Team

Walking the store floor with the family owners and the buying team at the very important core account…

Executive Edition September 21, 2017
Photo courtesy of VonZipper

VonZipper Hiring Signals Change From Billabong

The hiring of Michael Marckx as Global GM for VonZipper this week signals more than just a new…

News September 20, 2017
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Kohl's Jumps In Bed with Amazon and Other News

The retail landscape continues to evolve, with several new developments this week

News September 19, 2017
Michael Marckx and GT - Photo courtesy of VonZipper

VonZipper Names Michael Marckx Global GM

The former Spy Inc. CEO joins the Billabong Group and will work with Founder Greg Tomlinson

News September 18, 2017
Retail Director Adam Gerken and Co-Founder Matt Patton

Tactics Expands Brick-and-Mortar Footprint

A talk with Tactics Co-Founder Matt Patton and Retail Director Adam Gerken about the new store in Bend,…

Executive Edition September 18, 2017
Hydro Flask GM Scott Allan in the company's Bend, Oregon headquarters. Shop-eat-surf photo.

SES Podcast: Hydro Flask GM Scott Allan

A business conversation about Hydro Flask's continued growth, approach to new products, advice for young brands, and how…

Executive Edition September 15, 2017
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