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Swell CEO discusses launch of new site for core stores
Swell.com launched a new site for core surf shops this week called Coreshopsdirect.com. The site is a directory of core shops around the country and an e-commerce platform for selling…
News May 13, 2013
The Buckle's ultimate growth target, plus its fashion mix for fall
Here are some interesting notes from The Buckle's earnings conference call last week. The Buckle sells some action sports brands at its 401 stores in 41 states. Expanded online fulfillment…
News May 13, 2013
Photos from the star-studded Liquid Nation Ball 6
The stars turned out for Liquid Nation Ball 6 Friday night at the home of Reef co-founder Fernando Aguerre in La Jolla, Calif. Flea from the Red Hot Chili Peppers…
News May 13, 2013
Lost Clothing president on business for 2009 and what's new for 2010
I spoke with Lost Clothing President Tim Garrett at ASR to find out how 2009 is progressing for the brand and what's in store for 2010. Despite the tough economy,…
News May 13, 2013
BRA wants skate brands back at Surf Expo
Updated at 8:47 a.m. with additional context from BRA Executive Director Melissa Clary. The Board Retailers Association sent around a message yesterday about a petition to get skate brands to…
News May 13, 2013
Neff resists alluring expansion offers for measured growth
With snow resorts opening for business thanks to cold weather, I thought it would be a good time to write about the hat company Neff. Neff makes irreverent beanies and…
News May 13, 2013CIT may file BK on Sunday night
From a WALL STREET JOURNAL news alert: CIT Group and Carl Icahn have reached a tentative deal that could end a recent feud over the lender's restructuring plan, said people…
News May 13, 2013
Puma sales weak in U.S. in third quarter
Footwear maker Puma said today that net income declined 23.6% to Euro 67.9 million for the third quarter. The decline included the impact of restructuring charges. Total sales fell 5.5%…
News May 13, 2013
Executive moves: Julie Bartholet joins Black Box
Julie Bartholet is the new director of sales at Black Box Distribution and will report to Black Box CEO Frank Messmann. Most recently, Julie was director of sales at Adio…
News May 13, 2013
