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Zumiez sales zoom in February

Zumiez sales zoom in February

Positive news from Zumiez today as the important industry retailer reported a 11.2% increase in February same store sales. Total sales rose 19.6% to $27.6 million. Comps were positive in…

News May 13, 2013
Per Welinder on Blitz/Black Label deal

Per Welinder on Blitz/Black Label deal

By TIFFANY MONTGOMERY I followed up with Blitz Distribution President Per Welinder about Blitz’s announcement on Friday that skateboard brand Black Label was moving under the Blitz umbrella. I asked…

News May 13, 2013

BOARD-TRAC’S NEW STUDIES IDENTIFY SALES AND SHOPPING TRENDS AMONG SNOWBOARDERS

Snowboard purchases in sporting goods stores increases in 2009, while sales in specialty retailers and on the Internet remain relatively flat. Quick Facts • Burton continues to be the favorite…

News May 13, 2013

Tim English joins Oakley Sports Marketing team

FOOTHILL RANCH, Calif., April 5, 2010 – Oakley, Inc. is proud to announce the appointment of its newest sports marketing manager, Tim English, who has joined the team as Surf…

News May 13, 2013
Developing the action sports lifestyle in China

Developing the action sports lifestyle in China

Glenn Brumage tells us how Wabsono's China Action Sports Solution is trying promote action sports to the Chinese and some of the challenges of the Chinese market.

News May 13, 2013
New Active President on rebuilding brand relationships and more

New Active President on rebuilding brand relationships and more

Esmail Mawjee shares details about Active's new Brand Spotlight initiative, why he wants Active to operate with honesty and transparency and current business trends.

News May 13, 2013
Agenda heads to NYC in July

Agenda heads to NYC in July

Agenda is timing the show to coincide with Men's Market Week.

News May 13, 2013

PUMA AG Q1 2010 financial results

Press Release: Highlights January-March: · Consolidated sales down by 2.1% · Gross profit margin at a strong, sector-leading 52.2%, slightly above last year’s level · Strong improvements in cost structure…

News May 13, 2013
Easter shift tempers Zumiez April comps

Easter shift tempers Zumiez April comps

Two categories post positive results. Stores in the West post continue upswing as well.

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series