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Vans continues hot streak; VF still on acquisition hunt

Vans continues hot streak; VF still on acquisition hunt

VF Corp. executives spoke extensively about Vans on an earnings conference call this morning, including results for Europe, China and U.S. They also talked about acquisitions.

Executive Edition 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
More on PacSun's plan for Modern Amusement, Q2 performance

More on PacSun's plan for Modern Amusement, Q2 performance

Complete report on PacSun's Q2 earnings conference call including more details about Modern Amusement plan, key metrics with comparisons, shop-in-shop details, much more.

Executive Edition 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
Nike execs discuss Q1 results for Hurley, Nike action sports, Converse

Nike execs discuss Q1 results for Hurley, Nike action sports, Converse

On a conference call today, Nike executives provided more details that go beyond the press release about the Q1 performance of Hurley, Converse and Nike action sports.

Executive Edition 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
Snow preview: Wave Rave, Milo, K-5, more

Snow preview: Wave Rave, Milo, K-5, more

We check in with snow retailers to see what's selling early, how they bought, and how they are stocked in camber vs. reverse camber. We also check on the helmet…

Executive Edition 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
2011: Brien Rowe, The Sage Group

2011: Brien Rowe, The Sage Group

The managing director of The Sage Group gives us his perspective of the M&A market for 2011.

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