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Rip Curl CEO shares progress report
An interview with Kelly Gibson about Rip Curl's efforts in the U.S. including how the recently-ended fiscal year turned out, the state of the industry, plans for Spring 2012.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Billabong completes Nixon transaction
Press Release: Â GOLD COAST, 17 April 2012: Billabong International Limited today announces that the transaction to establish a new joint venture for the Nixon brand has completed. Â As…
News May 13, 2013
Patagonia up close – growth rates, retail plans, surf
A talk with VP of Marketing Rob BonDurant about Patagonia's annual growth rate, its successful women’s business, its retail expansion, new initiatives and more.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Holden's first sportswear line grabs attention
Important retailers have embraced the sportswear line from snow outerwear brand Holden. Men's fashion icon Nick Wooster also featured the line in his curated show at Project.
News May 13, 2013
Hawaii store tour – Ala Moana
A trip to upscale Ala Moana Center. Stores visited include Oakley, T&C, Local Motion, Rip Curl, Blue Hawaii, PacSun, Vans, Journeys, more. Plus, rise of Nixon and RVCA.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Columbia reduces full-year forecast, cites Europe and warm winter woes
Press Release:  Columbia Sportswear Company Reports First Quarter 2012 Financial Results; Refines FY2012 Financial Outlook  First Quarter Highlights:  First quarter 2012 consolidated net sales totaled $333.1 million,…
News May 13, 2013
Lib Tech surf: "Best business plan for retailers ever"
Co-founder Mike Olson shares why the boards are different, how he thinks the boards can change the market, and some details about the business plan.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Recap from Neff Sesame Street event in Los Angeles
Press Release: Â Last weekend, Neff Headwear teamed up with The Seventh Letter and Known Gallery to bring Sesame Street to Los Angeles. The event was held at the Known…
News May 13, 2013
CCS Managing Director on retailer's evolution
We followed up with Brent Hoover to find out about the repositioning of CCS, what it means for the merchandise mix, if new stores are coming, and where CCS stands…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
