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Retail and brand analysts assess 2011

A panel of seven retail and brand analysts see opportunities for lifestyle brands and retailers -- and challenges in rising material, labor and transportation costs.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIMA announces Waterman honorees

SIMA announces Waterman honorees

Press Release:   ALISO VIEJO, Calif. (April 12, 2012) - The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) will honor big wave surfer Shane Dorian as Waterman of the Year, world renowned…

News May 13, 2013
Vans continues global expansion

Vans continues global expansion

On an earnings conference call this morning, VF execs outlined Vans results for 2010 and growth plans for 2011, including big plans for China. Plus, Reef's growth forecast.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Thalia Surf Shop hosts Vans x Rit launch party

Thalia Surf Shop hosts Vans x Rit launch party

Press Release:   Vans x Rit Dye Boardshort Launch Party at Vans by Thalia Surf Shop   In celebration of DIY creativity, Vans launched the Vans x Rit boardshort collaboration…

News May 13, 2013
PacSun CEO: Q4 "very disappointing"

PacSun CEO: Q4 "very disappointing"

Details from the earnings conference call including what happened in the fourth quarter. Plus, how the new swim strategy is going and an early read on boardshorts.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Puma profits hurt by Europe slowdown

Press Release:   Highlights First Quarter 2012   Consolidated sales increase by 6.1% to € 820.9 million. Gross profit margin falls by 120 basis points to 51.2%. EBIT decline by…

News May 13, 2013
Details from Zumiez earnings conference call

Details from Zumiez earnings conference call

Details from Zumiez's earnings call this afternoon including strong categories for the brand, back to school, skate hardgoods, financial details and the new Canadian market.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dragon acquired –  interview with CEO Will Howard

Dragon acquired – interview with CEO Will Howard

Dragon announced today that it is being acquired by Marchon, one of the largest eyewear companies in the world. We spoke with Will about the deal and what it means…

News May 13, 2013
Woolcott on selling to PPR

Woolcott on selling to PPR

SES asks Volcom CEO Richard Woolcott about the decision to sell to PPR, if he is committed to staying as CEO, how the team will adjust to reporting to Europe,…

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