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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
Quiksilver, Roxy and DC results for Q1

Quiksilver, Roxy and DC results for Q1

Plus, positive spots emerge in Quiksilver's business, including improving gross profits; details about Quiksilver's marketing budget for 2010. Quiksilver executives discussed this afternoon during an earnings conference call how Roxy,…

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
Real Retail: Hobie Surf Shops

Real Retail: Hobie Surf Shops

Partner Jake Schwaner tells us about moving the Hobie store in Dana Point, why their business model works, and what brands and categories are most successful at Hobie stores.

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
A visit to a new Hurley shop-in-shop at PacSun

A visit to a new Hurley shop-in-shop at PacSun

I stumbled upon one of PacSun's new shop-in-shop concepts this week. Wow, it's a big change from old PacSun stores.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Ipath signs pro surfer Evan Valiere

Ipath signs pro surfer Evan Valiere

Press Release:   Encinitas, CA (January 31, 2012)- Ipath Footwear announced today the signing of Kauai-native and pro surfer Evan Valiere.   Growing up in Hawaii, Valiere has been a…

News May 13, 2013
Paul Naude on West 49 acquisition

Paul Naude on West 49 acquisition

An interview with the Billabong North America president about the West 49 news today.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Etnies reforestation project takes root in Brazil

Etnies reforestation project takes root in Brazil

Press Release:   ETNIES BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER AS THEIR BUY A SHOE, PLANT A TREE PROJECT TAKES ROOT IN BRAZIL   The Reforestation Project that Planted Thousands of Trees in…

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series