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Metal Mulisha's new segmentation strategy, more

Metal Mulisha's new segmentation strategy, more

We caught up with Bill Gage of Metal Mulisha at Magic to talk about the brand’s new “Armed Society” collection, a new segmentation strategy, and more.

News May 13, 2013
Announcing: The 2011 Vans Triple Crown of Surfing

Announcing: The 2011 Vans Triple Crown of Surfing

Press Release:   Vans World Cup of Surfing Upgrades to Prime Status. Women's ASP World Champion Carissa Moore

News May 13, 2013
Photos from Liquid Nation

Photos from Liquid Nation

Fernando and Santiago Aguerre hosted another packed Liquid Nation Ball at Fernando's home on the cliffs of La Jolla Saturday evening. We have lots of photos.

News May 13, 2013
Santiago Aguerre retires from SurfAid board after long stint

Santiago Aguerre retires from SurfAid board after long stint

Santiago Aguerre reflects back on his involvement with SurfAid and the growing importance of corporate support of humanitarian causes.

News May 13, 2013
The impacts of discounting, Day 1: What does it mean for branding?

The impacts of discounting, Day 1: What does it mean for branding?

Price promotions appear to be the name of the game this holiday season. Manufacturers are sitting on too much inventory and are slashing wholesale prices for retailers. And retailers are…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Retailers visit Burton HQ

Retailers visit Burton HQ

Retailers and other visitors spent Friday at Burton HQ in Burlington, Vermont. We have photos from the day, including from the annual company meeting.

News May 13, 2013

The changing consumer: The retail perspective

The spending freefall that started in the fall and accelerated through the holidays has me wondering: Are we in the midst of a cyclical downturn, with short-term declines followed by…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
September better than expected for some retailers

September better than expected for some retailers

Despite some gloomy economic headlines, some mall retailers fared better than expected in September.

News May 13, 2013
Money, money, money: The outlook for consolidation, investment and acquisition in 2009

Money, money, money: The outlook for consolidation, investment and acquisition in 2009

Money is on everybody's minds. Some brands need it, banks have tightened lending standards, and companies with extra cash on hand are holding onto it because of the turbulent economy.…

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