Shop Eat Surf Outdoor

Latest Posts

Photos, wrap of SIMA Image Awards

Photos, wrap of SIMA Image Awards

The industry turned out for the SIMA Image Awards Thursday. Several brands showed their dominance in their categories again this year. A full report, plus lots of photos.

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez execs on economy, costs, junior's plans, acquisitions

Zumiez execs on economy, costs, junior's plans, acquisitions

Zumiez's top executives spoke at a retail conference in New York Wednesday and shared some interesting info, including one way brands may be able to gain share in its stores.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Nordstrom reports Q4 and 2011 financial results

Press Release:   SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Nordstrom, Inc. (NYSE: JWN - News) today reported net earnings of $236 million, or $1.11 per diluted share, for the fourth quarter ended January 28,…

News May 13, 2013
Billabong CEO on acquisitions, retail, more

Billabong CEO on acquisitions, retail, more

Derek O'Neill spoke at the company's general meeting Tuesday, and we have the highlights, including if any acquisitions are on the horizon, Nixon's elite revenue status, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spy signs multi-year deal with Bob Soven

Spy signs multi-year deal with Bob Soven

Press Release:   REDHEADED RAIL RIDER SOVEN RALLIES WITH SPY   CARLSBAD, Calif.—SPY Inc. today announced a multi-year sponsorship deal with Bob Soven, 2011 Alliance Wakeboarder of the Year, self-proclaimed…

News May 13, 2013
McKnight: Quik switching to offense

McKnight: Quik switching to offense

Details from Quik's year-end earnings conference call including five-year growth plan and operating objectives and five-year revenue target.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Registration open for Surf Summit 15

Press Release:   - Deadline to Register is April 2, 2012-   ALISO VIEJO, CALIF. & WRIGHTSVILLE BEACH, N.C. (March 1, 2011) – The Surf Industry Manufacturers Association (SIMA) and…

News May 13, 2013
Urban CEO's pearls of wisdom

Urban CEO's pearls of wisdom

Some insights into retail, the state of some malls, Urban's different take on pricing and making great product from Urban Outfitters CEO Glen Senk.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Peralta, Cousteau headline Surf Summit

Peralta, Cousteau headline Surf Summit

Surf Summit 15 presented by SIMA and BRA features some strong speakers this year including filmmaker Stacy Peralta and environmentalist Jean-Michel Cousteau.

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