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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
Florida store tour – from the mall to the beach

Florida store tour – from the mall to the beach

I tacked on an extra day to my Surf Expo trip to check out some Florida stores. I'm glad I did. I saw some interesting brand positioning and prices at…

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, Los Angeles: Burton, Channel Islands, Fred Segal, DC, Nine Star

Store tour, Los Angeles: Burton, Channel Islands, Fred Segal, DC, Nine Star

On Monday, I hit stores in LA for my store tour, and saw many interesting things including: super designer Quiksilver men's product at one of LA's hippest boutiques; Insight's continued…

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
Travel deals are yielding mixed results in Hawaii, Australia

Travel deals are yielding mixed results in Hawaii, Australia

Travel deals for airfare and lodging are abundant, and that's showing up in some flattening in the decline of travel to and spending in important industry destinations such as Hawaii…

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
Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

I spoke with Sport Chalet CEO Craig Levra this week to follow up on the company's news that Bank of America had amended and expanded its credit agreement by $10…

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