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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, 2013
New Vans President on his plans for apparel, the future for Vans Girls and gaining market share in a recession

New 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, 2013
Nixon opens store in Kuta, Bali

Nixon 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, 2013
State of skate shoes – Sole Technology

State 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, 2013
Lakai exec on challenges and rewards of move back to Girl

Lakai 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, 2013
686 president on sales trends, the challenges of snow and intriguing alliances

686 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, 2013
Dizm Eyewear launches green collection

Dizm 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, 2013
Special series: Looking back at 2009 and ahead to 2010

Special 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, 2013
Photos from Day 1 of Surf Summit

Photos from Day 1 of Surf Summit

We have lots of photos from the first day and night of Surf Summit, which got underway Wednesday.

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