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Volcom in 2010 vs. previous years
Fifteen charts from Volcom's annual report that measure results over time, including revenues by category, sales to PacSun in dollars, gross margins and stock performance.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Hex releases Stealth phone case
Press Release: Oxnard, Calif. (July 18, 2012)—HEX, known for developing award-winning fashionable techcessories, is staying true to its “glamour to gadgets and substance to style” mantra, by introducing Stealth,…
News May 13, 2013From Nike 6.0 to Nike as it tightens action sports focus
I flew to Oregon and met with top Nike execs about major changes in Nike's branding, product and focus in action sports. Plus, future plans and why Nike succeeded this…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Columbia Q2 sales rise, loss narrows
Press Release: Columbia Sportswear Company Reports Second Quarter Results; Reaffirms Full Year 2012 Sales and Earnings Outlook Second Quarter 2012 Highlights: Consolidated net sales increased 8 percent…
News May 13, 2013A taste of back to school at PacSun
A visit to the PacSun store at The Block of Orange, a showcase store. I got a taste of back-to-school strategies, big changes in women's, shoe brands returning, more.
Executive Edition May 13, 2013A52 Warehouse partners with Patagonia in Canada
Press Release: A52 Warehouse Inc., a leading Canadian 3PL warehouse provider, is excited to announce a new partnership with Patagonia, Inc. to provide warehousing and order fulfillment solutions for…
News May 13, 2013Spy going Back to Beach, more details from conference call
We listened to Orange 21's earnings conference call today and have a summary of the highlights, including Spy going Back to the Beach, the dropping of O'Neill license, more.
Executive Edition May 13, 20132012 Surfing Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony
The Surfing Walk of Fame inducted a new crop of surfers last week in conjunction with Jack's Surfboards. Honorees included Michael Peterson, Dick Brewer, Michael Ho, George Draper,…
News May 13, 2013Burton SVP on orders, specialty focus, supply chain
A talk with Burton SVP John Lacy about how orders turned out for the season, how Burton is working with the specialty market, supply chain challenges and inventory approaches.
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