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Volcom CFO on fresh junior's approach, cost pressures, growth

Volcom CFO on fresh junior's approach, cost pressures, growth

Volcom CFO Doug Collier spoke at a retail conference Wednesday in New York. We have highlights, including some interesting details about Volcom's junior's strategy.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Patagonia reports big revenue gain

Patagonia reports big revenue gain

  In a story in the Los Angeles Times, Patagonia said its revenues rose 30% to $540 million in the 12 months ended in April.   The company also said…

News May 13, 2013
Volcom Q3 details – margins, extra inventory, market share

Volcom Q3 details – margins, extra inventory, market share

Details from Volcom's newsy third quarter conference call this afternoon, including details about gross margins, the dividend, Electric's performance and historical charts.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Glenbrook Consumer Partners invests in Boa Technology

Glenbrook Consumer Partners invests in Boa Technology

Press Release:   PRESS RELEASE: Boa Technology Inc., the Colorado-based creator of the revolutionary Boa® Closure System featured in performance footwear, action sports, outdoor and medical products worldwide, has received…

News May 13, 2013
2011: Gary Hammerslag, CEO, Boa Technology

2011: Gary Hammerslag, CEO, Boa Technology

We ask Gary for his thoughts on how he expects 2011 to unfold.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Photos from SIMA Underwriting Party

Photos from SIMA Underwriting Party

We have photos from the Waterman's Weekend Underwriting Party last Thursday at the Ritz Carlton.

News May 13, 2013
Oakley VP on European business trends

Oakley VP on European business trends

Frank Heissat shares how 2010 turned out for Oakley in Europe, what the economic landscape is like there and some Oakley plans for 2011.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

New JC Penney president leaves after short stay

Editor's note: New CEO Ron Johnson hired Michael Francis, a key Target executive, to help lead the new strategy at JC Penney.   Francis joined JC Penney in October 2011.…

News May 13, 2013
Canada retail tour: Pacific Boarder, Underworld, Comor, Boardroom

Canada retail tour: Pacific Boarder, Underworld, Comor, Boardroom

What's selling and which brands are getting good play at six stores in Vancouver for the final installment of our Canada retail series.

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