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Matix Clothing re-signs key athletes

Press Release:   LOS ANGELES, CA (September 4, 2012) – After being purchased by Westlife Distribution in July and moving into a new office in LA, Matix Clothing is back…

News May 13, 2013
Globe CEO on apparel push, lifestyle products

Globe CEO on apparel push, lifestyle products

A talk with Matt Hill about the new forward apparel, why Globe's broad reach helps in a challenged skate market, the growing cruiser business, new footwear flavor, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Retail container traffic to rise YoY in September

Press Release:   Retail Container Imports to Increase 8.5 Percent in September; Strong Holiday Numbers Expected Despite Threat of Port Strike  

News May 13, 2013
Tom Brown in depth: 17th Street profile

Tom Brown in depth: 17th Street profile

Tom Brown, with his eight, 17th Street stores, is one of the most important retailers in the industry. We discuss brands, real estate, retailing, expansion, and much more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Nick Adcock launches new brand

Nick Adcock launches new brand

Former DC Shoes President and current Fox Head Inc. board member Nick Adcock has launched a new premium men’s line based in Ibiza, Spain that targets the resort crowd.

News May 13, 2013
Brad Steward's big plans beyond snow

Brad Steward's big plans beyond snow

Details on big changes in his area of Amer Sports, ambitious plans for Nikita, where he sees opportunity in surf and skate, why action sports needs to reinvent itself, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIA Snow Show Daily introduces new staff

SIA Snow Show Daily introduces new staff

Press Release:   WASHINGTON, DC (September 19, 2012) - SnowSports Industries America (SIA), in conjunction with publishing partnerActive Interest Media (AIM), is pleased to announce the appointment of Andy Hawk…

News May 13, 2013
Adidas Action Sports VP on move into snow, skate strategy, what's next

Adidas Action Sports VP on move into snow, skate strategy, what's next

We find out about Adidas's strategy for action sports, its plans for snow, investments it is making in the category, and what's next for the brand in this world.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
JC Penney's new approach with vendors – greed is bad

JC Penney's new approach with vendors – greed is bad

After listening to CEO Ron Johnson, I got a better idea of why some industry brands under pressure to grow might be intrigued by his approach to vendor relations and…

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