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Core Careers: Ted Li of Oakley

Core Careers: Ted Li of Oakley

Ted Li is the VP of North America. We asked him how he got started, what is his biggest accomplishment at his current job, how he manages demands on his…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Abercrombie Q3 better than expected, raises earnings forecast for year

Editor's note: ANF's stock is up nearly 28% in trading this morning after it released better than expected results and international sales improved.   Press Release:   ABERCROMBIE & FITCH…

News May 13, 2013
How Pura Vida grew to 2,500 stores in 2 years

How Pura Vida grew to 2,500 stores in 2 years

We talk to Pura Vida's founders about how they grew into a multimillion dollar business whose products are carried in stores ranging from PacSun to Nordstrom to Fred Segal.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Naude to explore buying Billabong

Naude to explore buying Billabong

Big news out of Australia today - Americas President Paul Naude wants to buy Billabong, and will take a leave to explore the options.

News May 13, 2013
Penny pushes forward to stay ahead of new competitors

Penny pushes forward to stay ahead of new competitors

U.S. GM/VP Nick Timms tells us how the Australian brand operates in the U.S., how many doors carry Penny, and how they plan to stay ahead of competitors that have…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Photos from PacSun's Common Threads event

Photos from PacSun's Common Threads event

We have some photos courtesy of PacSun from the retailer’s Common Threads event Saturday in Los Angeles, including of some industry executives in attendance.

News May 13, 2013
Quiksilver CEO details more future plans in earnings call

Quiksilver CEO details more future plans in earnings call

We listened to Quik's call today and have details about Andy Mooney's plans to transform the company. Info on retail, Waterman's, segmentation, categories, Q1 results, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spy announces Happy Lens line

Spy announces Happy Lens line

Press Release:   CARLSBAD, Calif.—SPY Inc. (OTCBB: XSPY) today unveiled the highly anticipated Happy Lensâ„¢ family—an array of sunglass styles featuring SPY’s game changing lens technology that not only improves…

News May 13, 2013
Celtek strives to take more share in gloves, accessories

Celtek strives to take more share in gloves, accessories

We talk to Erik Leines to find out more about the brand’s strategy, lessons he’s learned during the start up process and what Celtek plans to do next to smooth…

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