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Sales tips from the masters: Laurent Vrignaud

Sales tips from the masters: Laurent Vrignaud

Yesterday, we wrote about Tom Holbrook's path to success inside Quiksilver. Today, we examine how Laurent Vrignaud climbed the ladder just as successfully as an outside sales rep. Laurent owns…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Collier joins Tilly's board

Collier joins Tilly's board

In a recent filing, Tilly's stated it has added a new board member, one that has a lot of industry experience.

News May 13, 2013
Leadership in challenging times: Day 1, CEOs

Leadership in challenging times: Day 1, CEOs

This year will be very challenging for businesses everywhere. So to kick off 2009, I thought it would be helpful to provide some constructive information that may help executives, managers…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Vans Pro now designated ASP 6-star event

Press Release:   TRULY GOLDEN: VANS MEN’S & JUNIOR PROS AT THE COASTAL EDGE EAST COAST SURFING CHAMPIONSHIPS ONLY U.S. ASP 6-STAR EVENTS North America’s Oldest Surf Contest Celebrates 50…

News May 13, 2013

Economists' forecasts for 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012

Visibility into future economic performance is a hot topic these days, so I spoke with two economists to get their take on how long consumer spending will be in the…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Nixon receives red dot award

Nixon receives red dot award

Press Release:   The TPS Awarded "2012 red dot" For Excellence in Product Design Nixon mobile speaker globally recognized and awarded by design community.   ENCINITAS, CA - With its…

News May 13, 2013

The view on media changes from inside Surfing and Surfer magazines

Today, we wrap up our series on how marketing spending is changing the world of industry media with the view from inside two important lifestyle books. I talked with publishers…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Monster Energy Gives Back raises $17k

Press Release:   MONSTER ENERGY GIVES BACK HOSTS A CELEBRITY K1 KART RACE FUNDRAISING EVENT TO BENEFIT MUSIC SAVE LIVES Music by Good Guys In Black Event Raises $17k  

News May 13, 2013
What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

Earlier this week, we posted a story about Active's bankruptcy including hundreds of action sports brands, media companies and team riders among its creditors. Today, we've compiled a list of…

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