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Burton SVP on supply chain, pricing, orders

Burton SVP on supply chain, pricing, orders

John Lacy runs the nitty-gritty business side of Burton. We asked him about production challenges in Asia, pricing, and if retailers are upping orders next year.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Sullen launches music label

Sullen launches music label

Press Release:   SULLEN CLOTHING PARTNERS WITH EULITA MUSIC GROUP TO FORM SULLEN MUSIK   Launches New Independent Label with Introduction of Sullen Musik Vol. 1 Compilation LP Featuring 22…

News May 13, 2013
CEO of MacBeth footwear and Loserkids.com on strategies, more

CEO of MacBeth footwear and Loserkids.com on strategies, more

Jon Humphrey has deep roots in music and action sports. We ask him about the growing Macbeth footwear brand, business strategies and Loserkids.com, the robust ecommerce site.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

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
Hi-Tech, Val Surf, Saltwater Wine on spring sales

Hi-Tech, Val Surf, Saltwater Wine on spring sales

Retail Panel: Three key retailers share how spring sales went, what's selling and what they need from manufacturers. We'll have more from other retailers in coming days.

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
Details on VF's Timberland buy – Vans revenues disclosed

Details on VF's Timberland buy – Vans revenues disclosed

We listened to VF's conference call about Timberland buy. More details including EBITDA multiple, where growth will come from, VF plans. Plus, Vans current revenues disclosed.

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
Sanuk's explosive growth this year, other details

Sanuk's explosive growth this year, other details

Deckers Outdoor Corporation provided some interesting numbers about Sanuk this afternoon during its earnings conference call and detailed a growth plan for the brand.

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