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Economists' forecasts for 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012

Visibility into future economic performance is a hot topic these days, so I spoke with two economists to get their take on how long consumer spending will be in the…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Etnies opens flagship store in Amsterdam

Etnies opens flagship store in Amsterdam

Press Release:   etnies’ Store is the First to Open in the City’s Project 1012 Creating a Red Carpet Entrance to Amsterdam   September 27, 2011 (AMSTERDAM) – Today etnies…

News May 13, 2013

The view on media changes from inside Surfing and Surfer magazines

Today, we wrap up our series on how marketing spending is changing the world of industry media with the view from inside two important lifestyle books. I talked with publishers…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Baker Skateboards moves to Baker Boys Distribution

Press Release:   Blitz Distribution and Baker Boys Distribution (BBD) have announced today that the iconic skateboard brand, Baker Skateboards, is moving to a new distribution home at Baker Boys…

News May 13, 2013
What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

Earlier this week, we posted a story about Active's bankruptcy including hundreds of action sports brands, media companies and team riders among its creditors. Today, we've compiled a list of…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Updated: Skullcandy's new VP of Global Marketing

Updated: Skullcandy's new VP of Global Marketing

Editor's note: This story is updated with a statement from Skullcandy. Skullcandy's new VP of Global Marketing & Creative is already on board at the company.

News May 13, 2013
Talking shop with The Closet owner Billy Stade

Talking shop with The Closet owner Billy Stade

I ate lunch the other day at Eat Chow with Billy Stade, the owner of The Closet. The restaurant is attached to The Closet store and complex in Costa Mesa,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

B4BC to benefit from fundraising events

Press Release:   Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) Survivorship Fund to Benefit from Series of Fundraising Events Fashion Shows, Music, Art, Film and More to Support Wellness Programs for Breast…

News May 13, 2013
Retail sales trends show consumers trying to climb in many action sports nations

Retail sales trends show consumers trying to climb in many action sports nations

Retail sales around the globe continue to ride along what looks like a bumpy bottom to the global recession. Today, we're showing you the most recent national retail sales comps…

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