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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
A vist to Xcel's Hawaii headquarters

A vist to Xcel's Hawaii headquarters

A talk with Xcel Wetsuits Founder and President Ed D'Ascoli about the challenges and rewards of growing the business over 30 years, and a management change coming in January.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
More action at Outdoor Retailer

More action at Outdoor Retailer

We hit the floor of Outdoor Retailer for a second day and have photos of the interesting products, brands and people we saw.

News May 13, 2013
Ocean Minded taps into Crocs

Ocean Minded taps into Crocs

We talk to the new Ocean Minded GM about the brand's new product strategy, how the brand is embracing Crocs technologies and materials, and how the brand plans to grow.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Nordstrom reports Q2 sales, raises guidance

Press Release:   SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nordstrom, Inc. (JWN) today reported its results for the second quarter, which reflected a shift in timing of the Anniversary Sale event with one week…

News May 13, 2013
Quik grows in each region, net loss widens

Quik grows in each region, net loss widens

Lots of details about Quik's business in Q1 emerged during its earnings call this afternoon, including same store sales for each region, snow update, 2012 plan, much more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

The Buckle's Q2 net income declines slightly

Press Release:   KEARNEY, Neb.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- The Buckle, Inc. (BKE) announced today that net income for the fiscal quarter ended July 28, 2012 was $23.2 million, or $0.49 per share…

News May 13, 2013
Vans leads VF, North Face outperforms competitors

Vans leads VF, North Face outperforms competitors

We listened to the Q1 VF Corp. earnings conference call and have lots of details about how Vans, North Face and Timberland performed around the world. Plus, Europe insights.

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