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Updated: Zumiez makes a move in Europe

Updated: Zumiez makes a move in Europe

Zumiez said Tuesday morning it is acquiring action sports retailer Blue Tomato, based in Austria, an ecommerce specialist that also operates five stores.

News May 13, 2013
686 owner on inventories, orders and next season

686 owner on inventories, orders and next season

A talk with Mike West about inventory levels, orders, what's new for next season and the challenges and rewards of being independent in the snow world.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quiksilver to screen No Agenda at HB High School

Quiksilver to screen No Agenda at HB High School

Press Release:   This Thursday, June 28th, Quiksilver will premiere its new movie, No Agenda, at Huntington Beach High School. There is a $5 entry fee, with all proceeds going…

News May 13, 2013
Foot Locker CEO on CCS performance

Foot Locker CEO on CCS performance

We listened to the Foot Locker conference call this morning to hear what executives said about the performance of CCS during the quarter.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Levi's and Nike create denim for skateboarders; Levi's eyes action sports

Levi's and Nike create denim for skateboarders; Levi's eyes action sports

Two experts in their respective fields team up to make special denim for skateboarders. Levi's also has larger plans for the action sports market.

News May 13, 2013
Hurley FY 2011 revenue details

Hurley FY 2011 revenue details

A Nike investor meeting is underway, and Roger Wyett provided Hurley and Converse revenues for the just-ended fiscal year. Plus, a few details about Hurley is focusing on.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
DC releases Gymkhana Five: San Francisco

DC releases Gymkhana Five: San Francisco

Press Release:   DC AND KEN BLOCK PRESENT GYMKHANA FIVE: ULTIMATE URBAN PLAYGROUND; SAN FRANCISCO Featuring Ken Block, his H.F.H.V., and the streets of San Francisco  

News May 13, 2013
Interview with new CCS leaders

Interview with new CCS leaders

A talk with the new CCS Managing Director and Brand Director about a new approach for the company, its increased store count, if it plans to increase its snow play,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Retail sales drop in June for third month

Press Release:   WASHINGTON, July 16, 2012 – Retail sales continued to stall in the month of June as consumers held off on discretionary and non-discretionary spending – marking three…

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