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Billabong shares drop steeply after last week's news

Billabong shares drop steeply after last week's news

Billabong's stock price dropped 47% after the company announced last week it was reducing its earnings forecast and raising more capital. Plus, how the capital raising went.

News May 13, 2013
Costa Rica store tour – with lots of photos

Costa Rica store tour – with lots of photos

In Part II of our Costa Rica report, Shelby Stanger visits several stores in different areas of the country to get a feeling of what is happening on the ground…

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
Sole Tech CEO focuses on the future

Sole Tech CEO focuses on the future

Pierre Senizergues on: the global economy, how 2010 is shaping up, competing with athletic companies, what’s new with Sole Tech brands and why he's always been leery of debt.

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
Real Retail: Stand Up Paddle Co.

Real Retail: Stand Up Paddle Co.

SUP Co. in Laguna Beach takes an upscale approach to the SUP craze, including an intriguing mix of brands and impressive private label program. Industry vets are involved.

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
Real Retail: Curl by Sammy Duvall

Real Retail: Curl by Sammy Duvall

Curl does big volume at its Orlando store. We talk with Sammy about how business is going, what brands resonate with tourists, and how the industry relates to the East…

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
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series