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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
How Hurley and Converse performed in Q1
We listened to Nike's earnings call today, and have details about Hurley and Converse revenue in Q1, the CEO's comments about the US Open, and Nike's China slowdown.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Making Crocs-like shoes cool
Native makes injected molded shoes similar to Crocs, but with a fashion twist that has resonated with some top boutiques and action sports retailers.
News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Ted Li of Oakley
Ted Li is the VP of North America. We asked him how he got started, what is his biggest accomplishment at his current job, how he manages demands on his…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013RVCA launches new website
Press Release: July 11th, 2012 (Costa Mesa, CA.) – RVCA, the lifestyle brand known primarily for its Artist Network Program as well as its trademark concept emphasizing the “Balance…
News May 13, 2013
How Pura Vida grew to 2,500 stores in 2 years
We talk to Pura Vida's founders about how they grew into a multimillion dollar business whose products are carried in stores ranging from PacSun to Nordstrom to Fred Segal.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Hex releases Stealth phone case
Press Release: Oxnard, Calif. (July 18, 2012)—HEX, known for developing award-winning fashionable techcessories, is staying true to its “glamour to gadgets and substance to style” mantra, by introducing Stealth,…
News May 13, 2013
Penny pushes forward to stay ahead of new competitors
U.S. GM/VP Nick Timms tells us how the Australian brand operates in the U.S., how many doors carry Penny, and how they plan to stay ahead of competitors that have…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Columbia Q2 sales rise, loss narrows
Press Release: Columbia Sportswear Company Reports Second Quarter Results; Reaffirms Full Year 2012 Sales and Earnings Outlook Second Quarter 2012 Highlights: Consolidated net sales increased 8 percent…
News May 13, 2013
