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Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Why Costco isn't going away, why we need something fresh besides bozo boardshorts, and how small brands and retailers can survive. Plus, newer brands he likes.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Contour releases Contour+2

Contour releases Contour+2

Press Release:   NEW CONTOUR+2 CAMERA OFFERS A NEW PERSPECTIVE IN ACTION VIDEO   With New Data Feature to Enhance Facebook Sharing   SEATTLE, WASH. – September 5, 2012 –…

News May 13, 2013
Flanagan launches The People's Movement

Flanagan launches The People's Movement

An interview with popular industry figure Kevin Flanagan about his new company that is making footwear and other products, how he raised money, the brand's strategy and more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Burton launches Winter 2013 this week with many events

Press Release:   It’s On: Burton Launches Winter 2013 this Week with New Catalog, Movie Premieres & Retail Events   BURLINGTON, VT (September 10, 2012) The launch of Burton’s new…

News May 13, 2013
What CEOs make: A special report

What CEOs make: A special report

Today we launch our series that analyzes CEO compensation for 24 companies, including Quiksilver, Billabong, Skullcandy, Volcom, Deckers, VF Corp., Nike, Abercrombie, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Teva execs on new surf/paddle athletes, move into action sports, more

Teva execs on new surf/paddle athletes, move into action sports, more

We get an update on Teva’s business, including details about two water athletes recently signed, how the move into action sports is going, and about the challenges in Europe.

News May 13, 2013
DC gains No. 2 spot at Quik – 2011 revenue details

DC gains No. 2 spot at Quik – 2011 revenue details

We listened to Quik's conference call this afternoon. Details include revenues for each brand, 5-year growth plan, rebounding retail, Roxy upside, mountain division launch.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Skullcandy unveils headphone customization program

Skullcandy unveils headphone customization program

Press Release:   Personalize Your Supreme Sound Experience with Skullcandy Edit   (Park City, Utah – September 17, 2012) – Skullcandy, Inc. (Nasdaq: SKUL), a high growth lifestyle audio brand,…

News May 13, 2013
Clark Gundlach on new Quiksilver role

Clark Gundlach on new Quiksilver role

An interview with the new Quiksilver GM of Winter Sports about why he made the leap to Quiksilver, more about his new role, and the potential he sees for the…

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