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Core careers: Rick Petri's path from Hobie to Rip Curl USA
Take a survey and you'll likely find that many executives at surfwear brands started as teens selling board shorts in surf shops. I talked to a handful of executives to…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quik land, Neff rising, messy Macy's, Billabong retail
I spent time with a lot of different people in Hawaii, went to a lot of stores, and learned all sorts of interesting information. Here are some nuggets I gleaned.
News May 13, 2013
A few, small bright spots amid tough data from around the globe
Today, I've put together a global smorgasbord of data about retail sales, consumer sentiment and port cargo volumes to give you a snapshot of leading and trailing indicators about economies…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Goodbye Grinch
A roundup of how different industry companies celebrated the holidays with employees this year, and gave back to others. Included are some photos of the festivities.
News May 13, 2013
Looking back at 9/11 for some guidance to perform in 2009
I have been speaking with friends in the industry during the last quarter to try and make heads or tails of what is happening in the world of retail. How…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quiksilver vet moves to consulting role
Randy Hild, currently executive vice president of strategic partnerships and former long time Roxy marketing head, has moved to a consulting role.
News May 13, 2013Active may close seven more stores; creditors complain about bidding procedures
Active Ride Shop said it is rejecting seven more of its leases, according to court documents filed last week.Some of the leases being rejected include several of Active's highest profile…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Joe Scirocco, Quiksilver's Chief Financial Officer, resigns
 Quiksilver, Inc. CFO Joe Scirocco to Resign  — Helped guide the company through global financial restructuring — Plans to remain with the company to enable a smooth transition…
News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: John Vance, president of Sanuk
Today in our Core Careers feature, we hear from John Vance, president of Sanuk, which has taken the footwear category by storm in the past several years. John shares some…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
