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State of skate shoes – Nike SB

State of skate shoes – Nike SB

We checked in with Darin O'Brien, Business Director for Nike SB, and Kevin Imamura, Global Communications Manager for Nike Action Sports. Sales Sales are steady. Obviously, everything is a lot…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
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
Mervin CEO on sales, copy cats and reorders

Mervin CEO on sales, copy cats and reorders

The recession may have beaten down snowboard sales last year, but not at Mervin Manufacturing. The company, owned by Quiksilver, recorded booming busines with the success of its "Banana contour"…

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
Black Friday promotions roundup at brand stores, customers and competitors

Black Friday promotions roundup at brand stores, customers and competitors

I braved the crowds at South Coast Plaza Friday to see just how promotional retailers were on the day after Thanksgiving. I also stopped by industry stores – Roxy, Quiksilver,…

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
Looking back and ahead: Michael Tomson

Looking back and ahead: Michael Tomson

Today, Michael Tomson looks back on 2009 and ahead to 2010 and 2011 in our “Looking back and ahead” series. He’s confident the lessons learned from this recession will stick.…

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
Nick Adcock on changing global landscape, Fox opportunity and more

Nick Adcock on changing global landscape, Fox opportunity and more

Those of you who know Nick Adcock, the former global president of DC Shoes, know that he has a lot of energy and focus. When I heard he moved to…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series