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Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike executives gave full year revenue totals and growth for Hurley and Converse on a conference call today. They also said how much Nike's action sports category grew.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Retailers mark 22 consecutive months of growth

Press Release:   Retailers Mark 22 Consecutive Months of Growth even as Retail Sales Soften in April   WASHINGTON, May 15, 2012 – Unseasonably warm weather in February and March…

News May 13, 2013
The business story of Frends

The business story of Frends

Frends is a community started by snowboarders. Frends fans begged them to make products. Read about their strategy, their very experienced backers, and their first product.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Armourdillo introduces Chris Pastras collection

Armourdillo introduces Chris Pastras collection

Press Release:   ARMOURDILLO BROADCASTER CHRIS PASTRAS is a skateboarding legend, established artist, radio DJ and television host. His new Signature Collection combines classic leather styling, subtle artwork and his…

News May 13, 2013
Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

An in-depth interview with Kelly Gibson - including video clip - about the brand's just ended fiscal year, go forward strategies and developments with key retailers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Consumers using Pinterest to engage retailers

Press Release:   Survey Finds Consumers Using Pinterest to Engage With Retailers More Than Facebook, Twitter -One Third of Smartphone Owners Who Shop Online Share Their Location with a Retailer-…

News May 13, 2013
A visit to CI HQ and business update

A visit to CI HQ and business update

I visited surfboard maker Channel Islands near Santa Barbara and talked with General Manager Scott Anderson about business trends and the company post Burton acquisition.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Roxy Waikiki Classic set for June 16th

Roxy Waikiki Classic set for June 16th

Press Release:   ROXY Waikiki Classic To Be Held At Queens Beach, Waikiki HI on June 16-17   All-Ages Female Surf Festival With Amateur Contest and ASP Professional Contest  …

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Shawn Peterson, O'Neill Sr. Design Director

Core Careers: Shawn Peterson, O'Neill Sr. Design Director

Shawn shares how he grew from a warehouse worker fresh out of high school to a key design executive, all at the same company.

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