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Zumiez plans for slow growth

Zumiez executives see a permanent shift in how consumers shop and buy, and so the company has shifted how it will grow. Its five-year forecast now calls for a top…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIA goes live with 2012 Snow Show app

SIA goes live with 2012 Snow Show app

Press Release:   Sherpa Solutions Develops New App to Personalize Snow Show Experience   WASHINGTON, DC. (January 6, 2012) - This week, SnowSports Industries America (SIA) went live with its…

News May 13, 2013
Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

I spoke at length to Billabong Americas President Paul Naude this morning about Billabong’s half-year results and read a transcript of the earnings conference call for additional details. Topics covered…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Reef launches premium closed-toe line

Reef launches premium closed-toe line

Reef is launching a new segment of men’s shoes, RESRV, which targets a design-savvy consumer and boutique-style retailers. We have the details.

News May 13, 2013
Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives discussed the performance of Hurley, Converse & Nike action sports for the quarter ended Feb. 28.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
ISA President on recent China surfing events, the future

ISA President on recent China surfing events, the future

Hainan Wanning Riyue Bay Surfing Festival presented by Quiksilver wrapped up. We asked Fernando Aguerre some questions about it, and about the potential for surfing there.

News May 13, 2013
Vans on fire in Q1

Vans on fire in Q1

All the important details from the VF earnings call, including Vans performance in various regions, and an update on VF acquisition targets in outdoor and action sports.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dragon granted two patents for APX goggle

Dragon granted two patents for APX goggle

Press Release:   Frameless Goggle Design and Infinity Lens Technologyâ„¢   Carlsbad, CA (January 23, 2012) - Dragon today announced that the newly released, revolutionary APX Goggle has received approval…

News May 13, 2013
Capturing the Costa Rica market

Capturing the Costa Rica market

Shelby Stanger is working in Costa Rica for a few months. She examines the market, talks to distributors and visits stores to give us an on-the-ground report.

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