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Looking back and ahead: John Vance

Looking back and ahead: John Vance

Sanuk president John Vance shares some interesting thoughts on the changing mindset at retail and the increasing specialization of brands in our "Looking back and ahead" series. What’s the biggest…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Live from the SIMA Image Awards

Live from the SIMA Image Awards

Our live report from the SIMA Image Awards Thursday night at The Grove in Anaheim is now complete with the winners for all 16 categories.

News May 13, 2013

Zumiez plans for slow growth

Zumiez executives see a permanent shift in how consumers shop and buy, and so the company has shifted how it will grow. Its five-year forecast now calls for a top…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Jamie Mitchell renews with Quiksilver

Jamie Mitchell renews with Quiksilver

Press Release:   JAMIE MITCHELL RENEWS WITH QUIKSILVER WATERMAN COLLECTION FOR THREE MORE YEARS   February 15, 2012. Huntington Beach, CA- Quiksilver announced today that Jamie Mitchell, 10X World PaddleBoard…

News May 13, 2013
Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

I spoke at length to Billabong Americas President Paul Naude this morning about Billabong’s half-year results and read a transcript of the earnings conference call for additional details. Topics covered…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Brian Garofalow joins IVI

Brian Garofalow joins IVI

Press Release:   IVI ANNOUNCES BRIAN GAROFALOW AS GLOBAL MARKETING DIRECTOR   Veteran Action Sports Marketing Leader Joins IVI To Launch Brand   Irvine, CA – (February 21, 2012) IVI…

News May 13, 2013
Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives discussed the performance of Hurley, Converse & Nike action sports for the quarter ended Feb. 28.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Maaji swim comes to North America

Maaji swim comes to North America

Maaji Swim from Columbia is making a splash in North America with its colorful and fanciful prints. We find out the details from Kelly Ellingson who is leading sales here.

News May 13, 2013
Vans on fire in Q1

Vans on fire in Q1

All the important details from the VF earnings call, including Vans performance in various regions, and an update on VF acquisition targets in outdoor and action sports.

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