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NRF: Back-to-school spending to rise

Press Release:   Back-to-School Spending Grows as Parents Restock, Replenish Children’s Needs, According to NRF Survey   -NRF/BIGinsight Survey Finds Online Shopping to Grow This Year-  

News May 13, 2013
Journeys execs on sales, skate, Canada

Journeys execs on sales, skate, Canada

Journeys executives commented on sales trends at Journeys, the performance of skate, and how many more stores the chain will open in Canada this year.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Rip Curl hosts Taco Tuesdays at Surfside, other shops

Rip Curl hosts Taco Tuesdays at Surfside, other shops

I stopped by Surfside Sports in Costa Mesa yesterday to check out Rip Curl’s Taco Tuesday event that the brand is running at surf shops up and down the coast…

News May 13, 2013
Jeff Kelley on Sanuk sale

Jeff Kelley on Sanuk sale

Deckers acquisition of Sanuk closed last week. I followed up with Jeff Kelley and asked how the deal happened, why they sold, any tips for others who want to sell,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Photos from Launch Trade Show

Photos from Launch Trade Show

Launch LA, the new trade show started by the same company that owns Surf Expo, held its first show in Santa Monica last week.   Josh Hunter, head of sales…

News May 13, 2013
O'Neill targets Lululemon crowd with new 365 line

O'Neill targets Lululemon crowd with new 365 line

O'Neill debuted a comprehensive activewear line at OR. One buyer tried to write an order in the bathroom after seeing yoga pants on O'Neill staff. We have lots of details.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
More action at Outdoor Retailer

More action at Outdoor Retailer

We hit the floor of Outdoor Retailer for a second day and have photos of the interesting products, brands and people we saw.

News May 13, 2013
Talking with Burton SVP of International Business

Talking with Burton SVP of International Business

We talk with Philippe Gouzes about his new role, the mood in Europe given the uncertainty there, how business could be impacted, how the rest of the world is looking,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Nordstrom reports Q2 sales, raises guidance

Press Release:   SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN) today reported its results for the second quarter, which reflected a shift in timing of the Anniversary Sale event with one week…

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