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Ugly results for Ugg – plus Teva and Sanuk Q3 sales

Ugly results for Ugg – plus Teva and Sanuk Q3 sales

We listened to Deckers call today. Details about the many challenges for Ugg in Q3, plus details about how Sanuk and Teva performed, why Deckers cut its forecast, much more.

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
Worrisome trends at Zumiez – snow, footwear, Q4

Worrisome trends at Zumiez – snow, footwear, Q4

On an earnings call today, executives reported some sales and category headwinds. We have details about grim snow picture, footwear declines, weak Q4 outlook.

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
Skullcandy CEO: We have a defendable position

Skullcandy CEO: We have a defendable position

Jeremy Andrus detailed why Skullcandy stands out and will survive in a crowded headphone market, key growth drivers for the company and more at the ICR XChange today.

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
686's Mike West on snow business trends, the future

686's Mike West on snow business trends, the future

A talk about the challenging snow environment, how 686 plans to stand out, how 2012 sales came in, the forecast for 2013, and how Mike is revamping the company for…

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
Osiris climbs back after lean years

Osiris climbs back after lean years

Osiris hit a dark patch a decade ago, but learned lessons that helped during the economic crisis. Details on the brand's growth in past five years, key changes and strategies.

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