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Tavik founder on sale to Incipio

Tavik founder on sale to Incipio

We followed up with Erik Paulsen, the founder of Tavik, about the announcement yesterday that he has sold the company to Incipio, a mobile device accessories company.

News May 13, 2013
Pete Fox on footwear, state of core MX market, energy drinks and more

Pete Fox on footwear, state of core MX market, energy drinks and more

Highlights from our Executive Roundtable yesterday with Fox Head Inc. CEO Pete Fox.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SIA: Snow sports finishes difficult season down

  PRESS RELEASE:   Washington, DC (May 16, 2012) - Today, SnowSports Industries America (SIA) and The Leisure Trends Group released the most recent RetailTRAKâ„¢ numbers for March 2012, collected…

News May 13, 2013
Kaenon growing in its premium niche

Kaenon growing in its premium niche

Kaenon makes high-end polarized sunglasses that are selling well in several segments, including surf. Where the company started, and where it it going.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

B4BC introduces pro team riders

Press Release:   Top Women Action Sport Pros Unite for Be Healthy. Get Active. Ride! Campaign   Redondo Beach, Calif. (May 23, 2012) – B4BC (Boarding for Breast Cancer) is…

News May 13, 2013
Quiksilver, Roxy, DC performance in Q3

Quiksilver, Roxy, DC performance in Q3

We listened to the Quiksilver call and have a full report including how the three brands fared, performance at Quik retail, historical revenue charts by region and more.

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
Core Careers: Garret Louie, Timebomb Trading co-owner

Core Careers: Garret Louie, Timebomb Trading co-owner

Timebomb Trading distributes Sole Technology, RVCA, LRG and Freshjive in Canada. We ask Garret Louie how he got started in the industry and other questions about his career.

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