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It won’t surprise anyone reading this magazine to learn that retail, at least traditional brick-and-mortar retail, is in…

News October 11, 2019
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Paul Naude Pens Opinion Piece on Threat of Off Shore Drilling

The San Diego Union Tribune published the Op/Ed by Vissla CEO Paul Naude, President of the SIMA Environmental…

News October 11, 2019
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Resurgent Crocs Increasingly Popular with Teens

How Crocs has gone from a joke to a hot brand with teens, according to the Piper Jaffray…

News October 10, 2019
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Vans Get Caught in Hong Kong/China Crosshairs

The push and pull between Hong Kong and China has become a problem for many companies.

News October 9, 2019
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John Ashworth on Linksoul’s Mission to Bridge Golf, Surf and Lifestyle

A talk about Linksoul’s strategy, what he learned from his time growing Ashworth golf apparel, and about starting…

News October 7, 2019
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Robust Holiday Sales Forecast

Details from the National Retail Federation's prediction for the holiday season both for stores and online.

News October 3, 2019
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Breaking: Rip Curl Sold to New Zealand Outdoor Company

The founders of Rip Curl sell to a publicly traded outdoor company for a combination of cash and…

News September 30, 2019
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Tilly’s Names Nordstrom Vet Chief Merchandising Officer

Tricia Smith replaces Debbie Anker-Morris, the longtime Chief Merchandising Officer at Tilly’s, who resigned last month.

News September 30, 2019
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Forever 21 Files for Bankruptcy Protection

The company says the majority of its problems stem from its international business, and it plans to close…

News September 30, 2019
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