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Hot-Selling Goodr Sunglasses Targets Outdoor, Active and Sports Markets

Hot-Selling Goodr Sunglasses Targets Outdoor, Active and Sports Markets

The fast-growing brand is bringing affordability, fashion, and functionality to the outdoor channel. Retailers say goodr’s strategy is working.

News September 25, 2023
Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation

Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation

Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin, and Surf Expo are raising money for the Maui Sports Foundation, a nonprofit run by Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball.

News September 22, 2023
Altra Doubles Down on Thru-Hiking, Doctor Attention

Altra Doubles Down on Thru-Hiking, Doctor Attention

(This story was updated on 10/19/2023.) Shoe brand Altra Running has found success in at least two areas it didn’t originally seek out: The thru-hiking category, and doctors recommending its…

News September 21, 2023

New Balance Numeric’s GM Reflects on 10 Years in Skate

Numeric General Manager Sebastian Palmer on the skate division’s future and growing importance within the $5 billion New Balance enterprise.

News September 21, 2023
Rip Curl Restructure Complete as Parent KMD Looks to Long-Term Growth Plan

Rip Curl Restructure Complete as Parent KMD Looks to Long-Term Growth Plan

KMD CEO Michael Daly talked full-year results – including North America revenue numbers – office restructures, and the general slowdown seen from wholesale partners and consumers.

Executive Edition September 20, 2023
Birkenstock IPO Filing Hints at Active, Outdoor Ambitions

Birkenstock IPO Filing Hints at Active, Outdoor Ambitions

German sandal maker Birkenstock is best known for its two-strap Arizona. Plans to take the company public with a listing on the New York Stock Exchange is expected to push…

News September 19, 2023
Boardriders Latest People Moves: Hiring Wave at Levy Group and More

Boardriders Latest People Moves: Hiring Wave at Levy Group and More

Roxy and Dakine outerwear licensee the Levy Group, along with Vuori are the latest companies to nab former Boardriders employees.

News September 19, 2023

Salty Crew, FXD Workwear Seen as Future Growth Drivers for Globe International

Apparel, more than hardgoods, is expected to drive the business for Globe, per the company’s annual report. Plus, more insights on how Salty Crew and other portfolio brands fared during…

Executive Edition September 18, 2023

What’s New: Seager Teams with Coors Banquet for 150th Anniversary Collab

The Western-inspired surfwear brand’s collection with Coors Banquet includes U.S.-made cowboy hats, apparel, and accessories.

News September 18, 2023
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series