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Oakley VP on snow, surf efforts, merger insights

Oakley VP on snow, surf efforts, merger insights

A talk with Ted Li about snow apparel efforts, surf apparel push, the impact of the rough snow season and insights on merging a Southern Cal company with a large…

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
Howe on return to design DNA, business trends, surf shop growth

Howe on return to design DNA, business trends, surf shop growth

Jade Howe on his new team, a return to Howe's DNA, how the brand is growing at surf shops. Plus, Duke Edukas of Surfside shares how the brand has developed…

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
Extra inventory hurts Quik's bottom line; revenue grows

Extra inventory hurts Quik's bottom line; revenue grows

We listened to Quiksilver's earnings call this afternoon and have details including quarterly revenue for each brand, why gross margins declined, Europe results, more.

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
Brixton breaks out big time

Brixton breaks out big time

A talk with Brixton partners about the scrappy start, why it started with hats, its big appreciation for retailers, details on strategy. Plus, lots of photos of big new HQ.

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
Quik grows in all regions, brands, distribution channels in Q3

Quik grows in all regions, brands, distribution channels in Q3

Details from Quiksilver's earnings conference call today including about challenging Europe, performance by brand, how DC is doing in JC Penney, Roxy rebound, layoffs, more.

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