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First half sales trends at core stores

First half sales trends at core stores

We check in with Cary Allington of ActionWatch about some sales trends of note for the first five months of the year at core stores in the ActionWatch retail panel.

News May 13, 2013
Latest Nike Action Sports revenues

Latest Nike Action Sports revenues

During an investor meeting this morning, a Nike executive detailed the Nike brand Action Sports revenue for Fiscal 2011.

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
Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Why Costco isn't going away, why we need something fresh besides bozo boardshorts, and how small brands and retailers can survive. Plus, newer brands he likes.

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
Flanagan launches The People's Movement

Flanagan launches The People's Movement

An interview with popular industry figure Kevin Flanagan about his new company that is making footwear and other products, how he raised money, the brand's strategy and more.

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
What CEOs make: A special report

What CEOs make: A special report

Today we launch our series that analyzes CEO compensation for 24 companies, including Quiksilver, Billabong, Skullcandy, Volcom, Deckers, VF Corp., Nike, Abercrombie, more.

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
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series