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Why VF is attracted to action sports and outdoor

Why VF is attracted to action sports and outdoor

The VF CEO shared why VF likes the action sports and outdoor markets, what it looks for in acquisitions, and why China is its most profitable market at a conference…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Skullcandy partners with Spotify

Skullcandy partners with Spotify

Press Release:   Introducing Skullcandy Supreme Sound on Spotify   PARK CITY, Utah – August 22, 2012 –Skullcandy, Inc. (Nasdaq: SKUL), a high growth lifestyle audio brand, today announced that…

News May 13, 2013
Pete Fox, Bill Bussiere on Fox plans

Pete Fox, Bill Bussiere on Fox plans

A talk with Fox CEO Pete Fox and CFO Bill Bussiere about why Bill came on board, big plans for Fox and a Fox business update. Also, why Fox is…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

August chain-store sales up 6.0%

Press Release:     NEW YORK, August 30, 2012 – U.S. chain-store sales rose by 6.0% (less drug stores) for the month of August on a year-over-year basis according to…

News May 13, 2013
Detail's about Zumiez's Q2, BTS, Canada performance/plans

Detail's about Zumiez's Q2, BTS, Canada performance/plans

We listened to Zumiez's earnings call yesterday and have details about Q2, including how categories performed, how back-to-school is going so far, Canadian update, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SDSI launches Springboard 2.0 program

Press Release:   Organization offers free mentoring program for sports related companies; accepting applications until October 2   San Diego, Calif. – September 4, 2012 – SD Sport Innovators Executive…

News May 13, 2013
A talk with new Hurley CEO Mike Egeck and Bob Hurley

A talk with new Hurley CEO Mike Egeck and Bob Hurley

An in-depth talk with new CEO Michael Egeck and Founder Bob Hurley about opportunities for Hurley, the global view, the changing landscape, and the state of the industry.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spy joins Hurley at Lowers Pro

Spy joins Hurley at Lowers Pro

Press Release:   WHO: SPY, Hurley   WHAT: Hurley Lowers Pro   WHEN: Sunday, September 16 to Saturday, September 22   WHERE: San Onofre State Beach, Lower Trestles, San Clemente,…

News May 13, 2013
The action sports retail landscape in China

The action sports retail landscape in China

In Day 2 of our China series, we explore the retail landscape in China and how brands are formulating their retail strategies. Details from Quiksilver, Oakley, Vans, more.

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