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McKnight on Quik mountain plans, acquisitions, more
An interview with CEO Bob McKnight about what it has planned for the newly formed Mountain Division, expansion plans for DC Girls, and if acquisitions are in Quik's future.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Australian Surf Industry Awards set for March
Press Release:  2012 Australian Surf Industry Awards presented by Surf Retailers Federation Inc  THURSDAY 23rd FEBRUARY 2012: Australia’s Surf Retailers Federation today announced the launch of the inaugural…
News May 13, 2013Ocean Minded takes new approach to closed toe
Ocean Minded executives share how the brand plans to stand out in the suddenly crowded closed toe category, key accounts that are carrying the product, and future plans.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Rip Curl re-signs Mick Fanning for five years
Press Release: Â March 1, 2012: Rip Curl International is ecstatic to announce the re-signing of 2x ASP World Champion Mick Fanning to another 5 years. Per company policy, terms…
News May 13, 2013Zumiez Q3 profit highest ever
Details from Zumiez conference call including its top initiatives, how many stores it will open in Canada next year, remaking junior's, new snow strategies and more.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013VF sells majority interest in John Varvatos
Press Release:  GREENSBORO, N.C. & LONDON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Mar. 8, 2012-- The owners of John Varvatos Enterprises, Inc. – VF Sportswear, Inc., a subsidiary of VF Corporation (NYSE: VFC) and John…
News May 13, 2013Retail and brand analysts assess 2011
A panel of seven retail and brand analysts see opportunities for lifestyle brands and retailers -- and challenges in rising material, labor and transportation costs.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013WeSC sales and profits fall
Details about WeSC's financial results for the six months and third quarter ended in January.
News May 13, 2013Vans continues global expansion
On an earnings conference call this morning, VF execs outlined Vans results for 2010 and growth plans for 2011, including big plans for China. Plus, Reef's growth forecast.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013