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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
A vist to Xcel's Hawaii headquarters

A vist to Xcel's Hawaii headquarters

A talk with Xcel Wetsuits Founder and President Ed D'Ascoli about the challenges and rewards of growing the business over 30 years, and a management change coming in January.

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
Ocean Minded taps into Crocs

Ocean Minded taps into Crocs

We talk to the new Ocean Minded GM about the brand's new product strategy, how the brand is embracing Crocs technologies and materials, and how the brand plans to grow.

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
Quik grows in each region, net loss widens

Quik grows in each region, net loss widens

Lots of details about Quik's business in Q1 emerged during its earnings call this afternoon, including same store sales for each region, snow update, 2012 plan, much more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
PPR reveals new products for Volcom and Electric

PPR reveals new products for Volcom and Electric

PPR hosted a media day in Paris and discussed new developments for Volcom and Electric, according to WWD. PPR also discussed where it is looking for acquisitions.

News May 13, 2013
Vans leads VF, North Face outperforms competitors

Vans leads VF, North Face outperforms competitors

We listened to the Q1 VF Corp. earnings conference call and have lots of details about how Vans, North Face and Timberland performed around the world. Plus, Europe insights.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Jack's Surfboards wins Oakley challenge in Bali

Jack's Surfboards wins Oakley challenge in Bali

Press Release:   JACK’S SURFBOARDS WINS 2012 OAKLEY SURF SHOP CHALLENGE NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIP IN BALI   Social Media: @JacksSurfboards Crowned 2012 Oakley Surf Shop Challenge National Champions #OSSC  

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