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A talk with new Hurley CEO Mike Egeck and Bob Hurley

A talk with new Hurley CEO Mike Egeck and Bob Hurley

An in-depth talk with new CEO Michael Egeck and Founder Bob Hurley about opportunities for Hurley, the global view, the changing landscape, and the state of the industry.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Columbia 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, 2013
The action sports retail landscape in China

The action sports retail landscape in China

In Day 2 of our China series, we explore the retail landscape in China and how brands are formulating their retail strategies. Details from Quiksilver, Oakley, Vans, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

A52 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, 2013
Skullcandy CEO on international plans, gaming, mobility, more

Skullcandy CEO on international plans, gaming, mobility, more

At the ICR XChange yesterday, Skullcandy CEO Jeremy Andrus hinted where the company would like to go direct and discussed new product and company initiatives.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
2012 Surfing Walk of Fame Induction Ceremony

2012 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, 2013
Reef's results, new positioning, girls plans, online strategy, men's apparel play

Reef's results, new positioning, girls plans, online strategy, men's apparel play

A talk with Jeff Moore about Reef's go-forward strategy, expanding beyond Miss Reef, footwear plans for men and women, men's apparel push, and an intriguing new shoe.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Burton launches winter line and new site

Burton launches winter line and new site

Press Release:   It’s Here: Burton 2013 Gear Arrives and Website Goes Live   BURLINGTON, VT (August 13, 2012) Today marks the beginning of winter for snowboarders worldwide, as Burton…

News May 13, 2013
Former Vans exec on the remaking of Sperry Top-Sider

Former Vans exec on the remaking of Sperry Top-Sider

Bill Bettencourt shares how Sperry is building on its heritage to expand into new styles and into channels such as youth lifestyle stores, including some surf shops.

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