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2011: Hezy Shaked, CEO, Tilly's

2011: Hezy Shaked, CEO, Tilly's

We ask Hezy for his thoughts on 2011. Tilly's now operates 125 stores.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
DVS to stay in action sports – two Dunlaps staying with brand

DVS to stay in action sports – two Dunlaps staying with brand

An interview with Kevin Dunlap about what is happening with DVS, including how the new licensee will help DVS rebuild and its commitment to action sports.

News May 13, 2013
Three retailers share holiday results

Three retailers share holiday results

BC Surf & Sport, Glik's and SurfTown tell us how their businesses fared during the holidays.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Zumiez reports June sales

Press Release:   Net Sales Increased 18.0% to $51.3 Million; June 2012 Comparable Store Sales Increased 8.2%  

News May 13, 2013
More on Oakley's 2010 results, future plans

More on Oakley's 2010 results, future plans

More details on Oakley's 2010 results including EBIT, online strategies, and global growth targets.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Sitka welcomes new European Distributors

Press Release:   Victoria, BC Canada – Sitka is happy to announce they have added three new European distributors to their overseas base. Sitka is now being represented in the…

News May 13, 2013
Volcom in 2010 vs. previous years

Volcom in 2010 vs. previous years

Fifteen charts from Volcom's annual report that measure results over time, including revenues by category, sales to PacSun in dollars, gross margins and stock performance.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
John Vance new CEO of Freewaters

John 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, 2013
From Nike 6.0 to Nike as it tightens action sports focus

From Nike 6.0 to Nike as it tightens action sports focus

I flew to Oregon and met with top Nike execs about major changes in Nike's branding, product and focus in action sports. Plus, future plans and why Nike succeeded this…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series