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Updated: Agenda busy in expanded space
Agenda got underway in a large new setting at the Long Beach Convention Center. We have a photo recap. Updated with photos from Thursday and Friday.
News May 13, 2013Mickey Drexler's wisdom: better, not bigger
Retail guru Mickey Drexler kicked off the 2010 ICR Xchange investor conference at the St. Regis in Dana Point, California, this morning with mantras for the new age of retailing:…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Zumiez and industry celebrate employees at $100k party
We attended Zumiez $100k party in Keystone Colorado last night and have lots of photos from the evening. Everything about the party makes it clear why Zumiez is succeeding.
News May 13, 2013Burton CEO on job cuts, orders, retail relations and rocker
I spoke with Burton CEO Laurent Potdevin on the eve of the Winter Olympics about a wide range of topics including Burton’s job cuts and salary reinstatements, his thoughts on…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013NRF: 2012 retail sales to grow 3.4%
Press Release: Â NRF Forecasts Retail Industry Sales Growth of 3.4 Percent in 2012 Â
News May 13, 2013Quiksilver, Roxy and DC results for Q1
Plus, positive spots emerge in Quiksilver's business, including improving gross profits; details about Quiksilver's marketing budget for 2010. Quiksilver executives discussed this afternoon during an earnings conference call how Roxy,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Colorado Ski Country welcome winter deluge
Press Release:  DENVER, Colo. – January 23, 2012 – Several substantial snow storms rolled through Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) recently, leaving resorts with fresh snow measurable in feet.…
News May 13, 2013Real Retail: Hobie Surf Shops
Partner Jake Schwaner tells us about moving the Hobie store in Dana Point, why their business model works, and what brands and categories are most successful at Hobie stores.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Reef signs Luke Davis and Kai Otton
Press Release:  (Carlsbad, CA) January 26th, 2012 –Reef is extending the depth and strength of its surf team with the 100% sponsorship of up-and-comer Luke Davis and ASP World…
News May 13, 2013