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Spy CEO: strategy taking root as sales grow double digits

Spy CEO: strategy taking root as sales grow double digits

A talk with Michael Marckx about how a new strategy is changing Spy, which reported 2012 results Wednesday. His take on the sunglass market, Spy's financial health, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Comune announces new PR and Sales team

Press Release:   COMUNE is pleased to announce the addition of two important members to their evolving sales force.   As of June 11th, COMUNE's East Coast press and sales…

News May 13, 2013
Vans realigns Americas, adds roles

Vans realigns Americas, adds roles

An interview with Vans President Kevin Bailey and Doug Palladini about changes announced today for Vans structure in the Americas, including a big promotion for Doug.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Updated: Westlife lands Matix

Updated: Westlife lands Matix

Updated with purchase price. Westlife announces it has acquired apparel brand Matix from the Sequential Brands Group.

News May 13, 2013
Mike West on Matix acquisition

Mike West on Matix acquisition

The CEO of Westlife Distribution shares why the company bought Matix and its vision for the apparel brand going forward.

News May 13, 2013

Kaenon launches Hutch

Press Release:   KAENON RELEASES NEW SUNGLASS STYLE: HUTCH   The newest, polarized sunglass from Kaenon is available now.   Newport Beach, CA – July, 2012 —Kaenon, the Newport Beach-based…

News May 13, 2013
John Vance on new CEO role at Freewaters

John Vance on new CEO role at Freewaters

We followed up with John Vance and Freewaters partner Eli Marmar to find out more about John's new role with the young footwear company. John was formerly the COO of…

News May 13, 2013
Billabong to open books to TPG

Billabong to open books to TPG

Billabong grants TPG International the right to conduct non-exclusive due diligence, which could take weeks. TPG wants to buy all of Billabong for $1.45 per share.

News May 13, 2013
Sanuk partners with Operation Smile

Sanuk partners with Operation Smile

Press Release:   SANUK PASSING ON THE SMILES WITH OPERATION SMILE PARTNERSHIP   Company Pledges to Heal Cleft Lips and Cleft Palates with Donation   July 31, 2012, Irvine, CA…

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