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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
Journeys execs on sales, skate, Canada

Journeys execs on sales, skate, Canada

Journeys executives commented on sales trends at Journeys, the performance of skate, and how many more stores the chain will open in Canada this year.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Etnies launches Phineas & Ferb collection

Etnies 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, 2013
Jeff Kelley on Sanuk sale

Jeff Kelley on Sanuk sale

Deckers acquisition of Sanuk closed last week. I followed up with Jeff Kelley and asked how the deal happened, why they sold, any tips for others who want to sell,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Flow 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, 2013
O'Neill targets Lululemon crowd with new 365 line

O'Neill targets Lululemon crowd with new 365 line

O'Neill debuted a comprehensive activewear line at OR. One buyer tried to write an order in the bathroom after seeing yoga pants on O'Neill staff. We have lots of details.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Hurley sues Old Navy over boardshorts

Hurley 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, 2013
Talking with Burton SVP of International Business

Talking with Burton SVP of International Business

We talk with Philippe Gouzes about his new role, the mood in Europe given the uncertainty there, how business could be impacted, how the rest of the world is looking,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Spy narrows Q2 loss

Press Release:   SPY Inc. Reports Financial Results for the Quarter Ended June 30, 2012 Aug 13, 2012 (Marketwire via COMTEX) --SPY Inc. (OTCBB: XSPY) today announced financial results for…

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