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Surf Expo Kicks Off Today

The industry is heading to Orlando this week for Surf Expo, which kicks off Wednesday with a packed…

News January 10, 2024
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Rip Curl Names Kiki Prince North America GM

The well-regarded industry executive and Roxy veteran joins Rip Curl, which has been without a North American leader…

News January 9, 2024
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Opinion: Lies, Damned Lies and MAP Policies

It’s that time of year. The wonderful holiday and post-holiday period when independent retailers get angry at some…

News January 9, 2024
Tilly's, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters, Crocs, and Journeys report holiday results.

Holiday Season Tough for Large Industry Retailers

Tilly’s, Zumiez, Urban Outfitters and Journeys parent Genesco offered updates on their holiday sales performance, which was challenging…

News January 9, 2024
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Coleman, Marmot Parent To Cut Staff by 7%, Shrink Real Estate Footprint

Newell Brands, maker of Coleman, Marmot, and many other brands, announced it will cut its office roles by…

News January 8, 2024
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Solo Brands Names New CEO After Snoop Marketing Miss

Solo Brands, maker of Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak, Isle and other brands, has announced it is changing…

News January 8, 2024
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Authentic EVP David Brooks on Plans for Boardriders Brands

We asked the EVP for action and outdoor sports, lifestyle at Authentic about the go-forward strategy for the…

News January 8, 2024
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Brixton on Hunt for New CEO

SES has confirmed previous CEO Raphael Peck has exited the company. Board member Scott Olivet talks with us…

News January 8, 2024
Roy Turner to be inducted in East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame

Surf Expo’s Roy Turner to Receive President’s Award from East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame

Turner’s 45-year career in surf has taken him from the retail floor and organizing ASP contests, to co-launching…

News January 5, 2024
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