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Volcom reduces staff

Volcom reduces staff

Volcom moved to reduce its staff on Thursday due to the challenging economic environment and other factors, the company said.

News May 13, 2013

New data show an uptick in consumer sentiment and a forecast for positive comps in the second half

If you're looking for good news wherever you can find it, today's consumer sentiment data from Reuters and the University of Michigan has a couple of tidbits. And there's a…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Skullcandy announces extensive partnership with The Berrics

Skullcandy announces extensive partnership with The Berrics

Press Release:   Skullcandy Announces Unique Partnership With The Berrics  

News May 13, 2013
Store tour, spring 2009 – a look at merchandise, pricing and more

Store tour, spring 2009 – a look at merchandise, pricing and more

Editor's note: I corrected the story to reflect that I visited Identity Board Shop in Long Beach, not Utility Board Shop. I apologize for mixing up the store names.  I…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SDSI hosts Chalk Talk

SDSI hosts Chalk Talk

Press Release:   Join SDSI for a comprehensive look at social media and how to best utilize it for your brand and company. Hear from industry experts including Deuce Brand,…

News May 13, 2013
Retail check: a survey of four independent retailers around the country

Retail check: a survey of four independent retailers around the country

Given that spring is here, I thought it would be a good time to check in with some independent retailers to see how business is going and how they are…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Rip off rewarded – Hollister sales reach $2 billion

Rip off rewarded – Hollister sales reach $2 billion

Hollister revenue in 2011 totaled $2 billion. That makes the Ohio-based retailer arguably the largest surf brand in the world.

News May 13, 2013
U.S. retail sales slip in April, plus consumer sentiment, port volume and CFO survey results

U.S. retail sales slip in April, plus consumer sentiment, port volume and CFO survey results

U.S. retail sales slumped in April, dropping by -.4 percent compared to March -- and  by -10.1 percent compared to April 2008, the U.S. Commerce Dept. reported today. Those sales…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quiksilver revamps marketing leadership

Quiksilver revamps marketing leadership

Press Release:   Quiksilver Inc. Appoints New Senior Vice Presidents of Marketing   Ryan Scanlon Announced as SVP of Marketing, Quiksilver Americas Taylor Whisenand Joins as SVP of Marketing Operations,…

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series