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Macy's first quarter results better than expected

Macy's first quarter results better than expected

Macy's, the largest department store customer for the action sports industry, reported this morning that its first quarter loss was narrower than planned though wider than the first quarter last…

News May 13, 2013

CCS opens store in California, more to come

Online skate retailer CCS has opened a brick-and-mortar store in Santa Monica and another test store will open in June at the Garden State Plaza mall in New Jersey. Foot…

News May 13, 2013
Private equity firm to loan Quik $150 million; new credit facility pledged for U.S.

Private equity firm to loan Quik $150 million; new credit facility pledged for U.S.

Press release: Quiksilver, Inc. Announces Financial Restructuring Plans International Private Equity Firm Rhône to Provide $150 million 5-Year Term Loan Bank of America and GE Capital to Provide New $200…

News May 13, 2013
Kasaks out, Schoenfeld in as PacSun CEO and President

Kasaks out, Schoenfeld in as PacSun CEO and President

PacSun today said Gary Schoenfeld will replace Sally Frame Kasaks as president and CEO of the big teen retailer. Schoenfeld, who is a former president and CEO of Vans, will…

News May 13, 2013
Frank Delgadillo on Comune's first season

Frank Delgadillo on Comune's first season

Frank Delgadillo's new brand Comune hosted a party Saturday for the industry and media at the brand's headquarters in Costa Mesa. Bands Woven Bones from Austin, Texas and Tender and…

News May 13, 2013
Andy Tompkins gives an ASR update

Andy Tompkins gives an ASR update

I checked in with ASR Group Show Director Andy Tompkins to get an update on the upcoming ASR show. How is ASR September shaping up? We're excited that the industry…

News May 13, 2013
Report and photos from Agenda

Report and photos from Agenda

I spent a few hours at the Agenda Trade Show yesterday at the Hyatt Regency in Huntington Beach. The show was busy, and Agenda showcased its new look with ready-made…

News May 13, 2013
Nike 6.0 exec on new logo, apparel and the action sports industry

Nike 6.0 exec on new logo, apparel and the action sports industry

Nike 6.0 is becoming more prominent in stores, at events and other places in the industry, so I asked North America Brand Manager Deb Friedman some questions about the brand,…

News May 13, 2013
Nordstrom Q2  better than expected, raises profit expectations for year

Nordstrom Q2 better than expected, raises profit expectations for year

While the company raised its profit expectations for the year, it still predicts same-store sales will decline 9 to 12 percent in fiscal 2009. Press Release: Nordstrom Reports Second Quarter…

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