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Gary Lenett DUER

DUER Co-founder on Expanding the Canadian Brand’s U.S. and European Retail Footprint

DUER is seizing opportunity in uncertainty, opening new stores in the U.S. while launching European operations through a…

News September 9, 2025
Surf Expo Collage

Updated: More Photos and Quotes from Surf Expo

We added many more photos and quotes from the show floor to our Surf Expo report.

News September 9, 2025
Foot Locker

Dick’s Sporting Goods Closes Foot Locker Deal, Introduces North American Team

Longtime Nike exec Ann Freeman will work with Dick's Executive Chairman Ed Stack to lead Foot Locker North…

News September 8, 2025
Ron Jon Surf Shop

Ron Jon Surf Shop Founder Ron DiMenna Dies at Age 88

DiMenna founded Ron Jon in 1959 on the New Jersey Shore and expanded its retail fleet along the…

News September 8, 2025
Backcountry Washington DC

Backcountry Makes Second Acquisition; Former CFO Kevin Lenau Moves to Interim CEO

Backcountry has acquired cycling retailer Velotech Inc., which operates BikeTiresDirect, Western Bikeworks, and TriSports.

News September 4, 2025
Bill Amos NW Alpine

Made in U.S.A. Outdoor Apparel Brand NW Alpine Is Shutting Down

Founder Bill Amos said the company's finances, lower consumer confidence, and a "floundering" outdoor industry have made continuing…

News September 3, 2025
April Peterson River Rock Outfitter

River Rock Outfitter’s Challenges from D.C. Go Beyond Tariffs

The Fredericksburg, Virg. outdoor retailer’s consumer base of federal workers have been ordered back to the office and…

News September 2, 2025
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Must-Do Events at Surf Expo 2025: Complete Guide

The parties, networking events, product demos, and giveaways you won’t want to miss at this week’s show at…

News September 2, 2025
Nike

Nike Announces Further Layoffs

U.S. and Canadian corporate employees are being asked to work remotely until Sept. 8 as leadership discusses how…

News August 28, 2025
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series