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K-5 to host Flatbar Fridays
Press Release: K-5 Boardshop is stoked to host “Flatbar Fridays,” a grassroots community event featuring everything from music, food and beverages, to movie premiers, games and athlete signings. Bringing…
News May 13, 2013New Vans President on his plans for apparel, the future for Vans Girls and gaining market share in a recession
I had a nice long talk with new Vans President Kevin Bailey recently, where we discussed Vans' opportunities for growth, how the team is updating its business strategy, his plans…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Nixon opens store in Kuta, Bali
Press Release: ENCINITAS, CA - Nixon is pleased to announce the debut of its newest retail location now open in Kuta, Bali. Considered one of the world’s top…
News May 13, 2013State of skate shoes – Sole Technology
Sole Technology Vice President of Sales Rick Strassner and Senior Vice President of Marketing Don Brown discuss price points, growth, distribution and the recession. The company's skate brands are Etnies,…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Lakai exec on challenges and rewards of move back to Girl
A year after Lakai returned to Girl Distribution, we asked Kelly Bird about the benefits and challenges, what's next for Lakai, the state of the skate shoe industry, more.
News May 13, 2013686 president on sales trends, the challenges of snow and intriguing alliances
This week, we are checking in with snow companies as the season gets underway. Recently I spent some time with Mike West, the founder and president of snowboard outerwear company…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Dizm Eyewear launches green collection
Press Release: Dizm Eyewear Launches 100% Renewable and Biodegradable Sunglass Collection Hermosa Beach, Ca. May 2012 Dizm Eyewear is proud to announce the launch of their Eco…
News May 13, 2013Special series: Looking back at 2009 and ahead to 2010
2009 has been a tough year for the industry. The previous belief that the action sport industry was “recession proof” has been busted and we all now know larger economic…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Photos from Day 1 of Surf Summit
We have lots of photos from the first day and night of Surf Summit, which got underway Wednesday.
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