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Designers discuss fashion, pricing and creativity during a recession
With consumers spending less and on the hunt for bargains, it made me wonder how those pressures are impacting design and fashion in the industry. I asked more than a…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Agenda expands to larger venue
Press Release:  AGENDA TRADE SHOW EXPANDS TO LARGEST VENUE TO DATE Longboard Skate and BMX Added to Show  Los Angeles (Nov. 2011) – The AGENDA Trade Show launches…
News May 13, 2013
Active stores still open
Seven stores whose leases Active Ride Shop recently said it planned to reject in bankruptcy court were still open as of Monday. "Twenty-one Active retail stores are open for business…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Bern Unlimited hires John Morgan as VP
Press Release:  (Duxbury, MA) - November 22, 2011 — Today, Bern Unlimited is proud to announce that John Morgan has assumed the role of vice president for Bern Unlimited.…
News May 13, 2013
Core careers: Robert Schmidt, CEO, Katin
Today, we hear from Robert Schmidt, the CEO of Katin. Katin has been around since 1959 and has a store in Huntington Beach. The brand began making a fresh push…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Oakley parent to buy Brazilian eyewear company
Eyewear giant Luxottica announced this morning it is making a move in Brazil.
News May 13, 2013
New Reef President on changes at Reef, his plan for the brand and new opportunities
I spent a couple of hours with new Reef President Jim Gerson at Reef's Carlsbad headquarters this week. We spoke about Reef's turnaround plan, distinguishing Reef from competitors, how spring…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Burton Girl's Night Out to be held in LA tomorrow
 On Thursday, December 8th, Burton will host its annual Girl's Night Out event at the Burton flagship store in Los Angeles.   The event will feature the debut…
News May 13, 2013
State of skate shoes – Vans
Vans Americas VP Jeff Moore discusses sales, the impact of the recession and Vans plans for 2010. Recession We're focusing on strategic partners that we can grow organically in versus…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
