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Volcom investing despite slowdown
Volcom plans to continue to invest in growth initiatives even as its domestic business slows, executives said during an earnings conference call this afternoon. The plan is to continue to…
News May 13, 2013OCBJ reports Paul Frank strikes deal
This was reported this afternoon by my friends at the Orange County Business Journal. Paul Frank Strikes Licensing Deal, Confirms Mossimo Involvement By Michael Lyster Orange County Business Journal Staff…
News May 13, 2013
Osiris clawing back with its new strategy
I headed down to San Diego to meet the Osiris Shoes crew and hear how they are climbing back after getting knocked down by the skinny pant and vulcanized shoe…
News May 13, 2013
Startup advice from Surf Diva, others
I checked out a CEO strategy forum yesterday put on by Connect, a San Diego nonprofit that links entrepreneurs with resources they need. Connect has started a program dedicated to…
News May 13, 2013
Nordstrom picks up Lesa Wallace handbags
Last year was a breakout year for Lesa Wallace of Huntington Beach. Levi's approached her with a co-branding deal, and she created handbags for Levi's 55 stores. She moved into…
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Crocs slashes forecast citing slow spending
Crocs Inc. cut its first quarter earnings forecast this week citing slower consumer spending and costs related to a closure of a plant. "Retailers in general are planning more cautiously,"…
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Themes from the BRA Summit
I spent two days talking to many of the 20 or so retailers at the Board Retailers Association Summit in Puerto Rico last week. Here are some themes that emerged.…
News May 13, 2013
More details about Deckers deal for Tsubo
I talked with Patrick McNulty to follow up on his company's decision to sell to Deckers Outdoor Corp. last week. Patrick is the co-founder of Tsubo, a high-end comfort footwear…
News May 13, 2013
Where Active wants to be and how it thrives
On the heels of Active Ride Shop's big win as men's retailer of the year at the SIMA Image Awards, I headed out to Mira Loma to meet President Shane…
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