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2011: Fernando Aguerre

2011: Fernando Aguerre

We ask Fernando for this thoughts on how the economy and industry will fare in 2011.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Peralta, Cousteau headline Surf Summit

Peralta, Cousteau headline Surf Summit

Surf Summit 15 presented by SIMA and BRA features some strong speakers this year including filmmaker Stacy Peralta and environmentalist Jean-Michel Cousteau.

News May 13, 2013
The growth of freeskiing and the changing snow market

The growth of freeskiing and the changing snow market

Freeskiing is growing faster than snowboarding and we talk to snow brands and retailers that are - and aren't - targeting that youthful market.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

REI reports 2011 financial results

Editor's Note: This is the letter REI publishes from its president detailing financial results for the year.   She reports that sales grew 8.4% to $1.8 billion and profits were…

News May 13, 2013
DC President on new footwear approach, new business strategy

DC President on new footwear approach, new business strategy

A talk with Anton Nistl about the changes at DC including a revamped strategy, a restructured footwear department, the snow plan and the impacts of the move to Quiksilver HQ.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
DC returns as Street League sponsor

DC returns as Street League sponsor

Press Release:   March 19, 2012 – Huntington Beach, CA – DC announced today they will continue their sponsorship of Street League’s DC Pro Tour Fueled By Monster Energy for…

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez up close

Zumiez up close

Fourteen charts that measure key metrics over five years including sales per square foot, private label penetration, percent of sales by category, store openings, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Rip Curl releases range of virtual products

Press Release:   International surf, snow and lifestyle brand Rip Curl, has made yet another move in the gaming industry, partnering with Canadian-based digital agency Disruptive Publishers to release a…

News May 13, 2013
How Quiksilver, Roxy, DC performed in Q2

How Quiksilver, Roxy, DC performed in Q2

Details from Quik's Q2 earnings call this afternoon: brand performance and future orders, retail results in Americas, plans for Brazil, India and big retail plans in Europe.

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