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New Vans President on his plans for apparel, the future for Vans Girls and gaining market share in a recession
I had a nice long talk with new Vans President Kevin Bailey recently, where we discussed Vans' opportunities for growth, how the team is updating its business strategy, his plans…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Converse, Hurley grow in quarter
Nike reported fiscal third quarter results today. We parsed the press release and listened to the earnings call for insights into Hurley, Converse and Nike action sports.
News May 13, 2013
State of skate shoes – Sole Technology
Sole Technology Vice President of Sales Rick Strassner and Senior Vice President of Marketing Don Brown discuss price points, growth, distribution and the recession. The company's skate brands are Etnies,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Winners announced for Australia's Surf Awards
Press Release: FRIDAY 30th MARCH 2012: Australia’s Surf Industry celebrated in style this week at the gala Surf Industry Awards dinner held at Sydney’s Novotel Manly Pacific. Hosted by…
News May 13, 2013
686 president on sales trends, the challenges of snow and intriguing alliances
This week, we are checking in with snow companies as the season gets underway. Recently I spent some time with Mike West, the founder and president of snowboard outerwear company…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Surf Diva takes different merchandising approach
Surf Diva takes a different merchandising approach in its female-centric store in La Jolla compared to many surf shops. We talked to Coco and Izzy Tihanyi to find out more.
News May 13, 2013
Special series: Looking back at 2009 and ahead to 2010
2009 has been a tough year for the industry. The previous belief that the action sport industry was “recession proof” has been busted and we all now know larger economic…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
California Surf Museum presents Vintage Swap Meet
Press Release: The California Surf Museum and the Longboard Collector Club are partnering up to bring the 2nd Vintage Surf Swap Meet to Oceanside! The public is welcome…
News May 13, 2013
Looking back and ahead: Bruce Cromartie
Bruce Cromartie, owner of 14 BC Surf & Sport stores, predicts a continued tough environment for 2010 and says difficult times may continue for the industry even if the economy…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
