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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 on Q4, athlete changes, skateboarding efforts

Skullcandy CEO on Q4, athlete changes, skateboarding efforts

We listened live to Skullcandy's earnings call and have lots of details, including Q4 and FY results, major athlete changes, skateboarding efforts, Europe plans, other news.

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
Tilly's vs. Zumiez vs. PacSun

Tilly's vs. Zumiez vs. PacSun

The industry’s largest customers have filed results for 2011. We compare them on 12 key metrics.

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
More details about DVS bankruptcy filing

More details about DVS bankruptcy filing

We read the court files this morning and have more information about the DVS bankruptcy filing including its challenges with the bank, list of large creditors, revenues, etc.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Chris Abad named new Spy surf team manager

Chris Abad named new Spy surf team manager

Press Release:   CHRIS ABAD HAPPY TO TAKE THE HELM AS SPY SURF TEAM MANAGER   CARLSBAD, Calif.—SPY is happy to announce that its elite team of surfers is now…

News May 13, 2013
Toes on the Nose owner on strategy, outdoor growth, more

Toes on the Nose owner on strategy, outdoor growth, more

We talked with Richard Allred about the brand’s history, why he sees potential in the outdoor market, if more Toes on the Nose stores are coming and the joys of…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Target signs Canadian freeskier Rosalind Groenewoud to action sports team

Press Release:   MINNEAPOLIS--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Target® (TGT) announced today its partnership with Canadian freeskier Rosalind Groenewoud, affectionately recognized to many as Roz G. The professional freeskier, known for her amplitude…

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