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PacSun CEO on junior's, boardshorts, swim, more

PacSun CEO on junior's, boardshorts, swim, more

All the important details from PacSun's conference call this afternoon, including how the retailer plans to turnaround junior's.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Blitz to distribute Technine

For Immediate Release   Today, Brandbase USA, owner of the Technine brand has signed up Blitz Distribution for a multi-year U.S. exclusive distribution for its core snowboard brand, starting with…

News May 13, 2013
Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike executives gave full year revenue totals and growth for Hurley and Converse on a conference call today. They also said how much Nike's action sports category grew.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Agenda: Long Beach show a success

Agenda: Long Beach show a success

Press Release:   LARGEST AGENDA SHOW IN LONG BEACH PROVES A SUCCESS   Los Angeles, Calif., (January 2012) – The Agenda Trade Show debuted in Long Beach on January 5th…

News May 13, 2013
The business story of Frends

The business story of Frends

Frends is a community started by snowboarders. Frends fans begged them to make products. Read about their strategy, their very experienced backers, and their first product.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Storm brings snow to Colorado Ski Country USA

Storm brings snow to Colorado Ski Country USA

Press Release:   DENVER, Colo. – January 17, 2012 – An impressive snow storm moved into Colorado Ski Country USA (CSCUSA) Monday leaving double digit snow totals at many resorts.…

News May 13, 2013
Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

An in-depth interview with Kelly Gibson - including video clip - about the brand's just ended fiscal year, go forward strategies and developments with key retailers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Erika Seward promoted to Executive Director

Press Release:   Justine Chiara Transitions Role After Over 10 Years and Will Continue to Serve as Chairwoman of B4BC Board of Directors; B4BC Operation Relocates to New Home in…

News May 13, 2013
A visit to CI HQ and business update

A visit to CI HQ and business update

I visited surfboard maker Channel Islands near Santa Barbara and talked with General Manager Scott Anderson about business trends and the company post Burton acquisition.

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