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CJ Hobgood

Photos from Surf Expo

A theme we heard from several retailers is that they are on the hunt for the new, especially…

News January 27, 2017
Lunada Bay CEO Susan Crank in 2009 - SES file photo

Prominent Swim Executive Susan Crank Dies

Susan Crank, CEO of Lunada Bay Corp., a former Op executive and former SIMA leader, passed away this…

News January 26, 2017
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Snow Industry Glowing as SnowShow Begins

Record snowfalls across western North America seem to be prompting increases in mountain visits and snow goods sales

News January 26, 2017
Photo courtesy of TEN

Norb Garrett on Closing Surfing Magazine

As heartfelt and emotional tributes to Surfing filled social media feeds this week, we asked TEN EVP/GM Norb…

News January 25, 2017
Photo courtesy of Herschel

Here Comes Herschel

We talk to co-owner Jamie Cormack about expanding into apparel, retail plans, and about how Herschel was able…

Executive Edition January 24, 2017
Crush is rebranding in 2017 to CrushEyes

Fortress Rebrands its Sunglasses, Expands into Europe with Industry Vet

We check in with Fortress, owner of the Crush and Kreed brands, to see how 2016 turned out,…

Executive Edition January 23, 2017
Luxottica Chairman Leonardo Del Vecchio - Photo courtesy of Luxottica

Luxottica to Merge with Lens Giant Essilor

Oakley parent Luxottica announced some big news Monday that could potentially mean more changes on the way for…

News January 21, 2017
Glik's CEO Jeff Glik

SES Replay: Stepping into Fast Fashion with Glik's

We visit the San Pedro Wholesale Mart with Glik's CEO Jeff Glik and learn how fast fashion has…

Executive Edition January 20, 2017
Photo courtesy of Target

Target Sings Retailer Holiday Blues

Trends at Target mirrored many other retailers: Strong digital sales more than offset by weak sales and traffic…

News January 18, 2017
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