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Paul Frank's Heuser on life after acquisition, what's next for Paul Frank
We had an interesting conversation with Paul Frank Co-Founder Ryan Heuser about life at Paul Frank one year after the brand was acquired, and get updated on new brand plans.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013John Vance new CEO of Freewaters
Press Release: Irvine, Calif.—(Business Wire) July 16, 2012 – Freewaters Footwear today announced that well known industry executive John Vance has joined the company as President and Chief Executive…
News May 13, 2013WeSC financials, U.S. revenues, upcoming plans
We examine WeSC's growth and financials, new products and collaborations - including a WeSC smart car - and new target markets. Plus, a Q & A with CEO Greger Hagelin.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Etnies launches Phineas & Ferb collection
Press Release: ETNIES ANNOUNCES KIDS FOOTWEAR COLLECTION INSPIRED BY DISNEY CHANNEL’S “PHINEAS AND FERB” Starting in Late 2012 and Continuing into 2013, etnies’ Disney-Inspired Children’s Shoe Collection for…
News May 13, 2013Action Sports in China – the surf, skate, snow scenes
Today in our China series we look at surfing, skating and snowboarding in China and the challenges and potential of each market.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Flow Sports makes another acquisition
Press Release: Flow Sports, Inc. Announces the Acquisition of Premiere SUP (Stand Up Paddleboard) Brand “SIC”(Sandwich Islands Composites).
News May 13, 2013Quik NFL boardshorts expand, NBA next
Quiksilver is in Hawaii this week in a big way for the NFL Pro Bowl. How the company is working with the NFL on boardshorts, how the program is expanding,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Hurley sues Old Navy over boardshorts
Hurley International filed a patent infringement lawsuit against Old Navy late last week in federal court alleging the retailer is ripping off Hurley’s Phantom boardshorts.
News May 13, 2013Teva President on action plans, closed-toe expansion, more
A talk with Joel Heath about the brand’s push into action sports, its growing year-round shoe collection and its expanding bike line. Teva sales rose 23% in 2011.
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