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Puerto Rico retailer Bora Bora files Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Puerto Rico retailer Bora Bora files Chapter 11 bankruptcy

Another action sports retailer has filed for bankruptcy protection. Puerto Rico-based Bora Bora Inc., an important account with four stores on the island, filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection Wednesday,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Outside investor joins PacSun board

Outside investor joins PacSun board

The private investors that have amassed a large stake in PacSun have landed a seat on the company’s board of directors.

News May 13, 2013

RS by Sheckler, Rusty and Third Rail by Zoo York arrive at JC Penney

Photos of the new arrivals, plus other action sports brands and copycats at the mall. And, a jaw-dropping sale at PacSun. Fall goods are beginning to trickle into stores so…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
New O'Neill Snow team embraces inclusion

New O'Neill Snow team embraces inclusion

The new O'Neill Snow team is targeting snowboarding and more with a new approach for the U.S. We talk to the President of White Wave, which has the snow license,…

News May 13, 2013
Apparel wholesale prices hold up while wholesale inventories and retail sales hold the bottom

Apparel wholesale prices hold up while wholesale inventories and retail sales hold the bottom

Our latest survey of economic indicators shows that the U.S. economy continues to hold the bottom, mixing in enticing tidbits of good news with occasional disappointments. Today, I put together…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spyder Surf Fest hits Hermosa on Saturday

Spyder Surf Fest hits Hermosa on Saturday

Press Release:   Spyder Surf Fest presented by Rockstar Energy Drink Fifth Annual Event to Take Place on Saturday, April 7, 2012 in Hermosa Beach  

News May 13, 2013
West 49 CEO to brands: stop dumping inventory in Canada

West 49 CEO to brands: stop dumping inventory in Canada

This week, we take a closer look at the Canadian action sports market, an important territory for action sports brands. Today, we talk to the CEO of the largest action…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Surf Ride hosts second annual Golf for Groms

Surf Ride hosts second annual Golf for Groms

Press Release:   SUPPORTING SAN DIEGO’S ‘GROMS’ THROUGH A CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT HOSTED BY THREE LOCAL BUSINESSES   Oceanside, Ca (February 15, 2012) Surf Ride, Ezia, and Bull Taco are…

News May 13, 2013
State of skate shoes – Converse

State of skate shoes – Converse

Converse Sales Manager Casey Rydzeski talks about Converse's strategy for its "Cons" core skate line, where the brand is growing and how the company is tweaking the shoes for skateboarders.…

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