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686 CEO on next season orders, new initiatives

686 CEO on next season orders, new initiatives

Mike West's take on the blurring lines between industry brands and outside brands, results for the past few years, new initiatives and the impact of the weak snow season.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Surfing Day membership specials announced

Press Release:   San Clemente, CA (June 12, 2012) – The Surfrider Foundation announced today that on June 20th it will offer a special package for new and renewing members…

News May 13, 2013
VF still on hunt, Vans in Europe, economic forecast

VF still on hunt, Vans in Europe, economic forecast

VF executives spoke at the Piper Jaffray Consumer Conference on where it is looking for acquisitions, Vans in Europe, economic forecasts and lessons from the Timberland buy.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
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
Sanuk a star for Deckers, Teva sales decline

Sanuk a star for Deckers, Teva sales decline

Details on Sanuk Q2 results and why Deckers boosted its outlook for Sanuk for the year. Plus, details on why Teva sales were hard hit, how Ugg performed.

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
Zumiez on Blue Tomato plans, back-to-school sales trends

Zumiez on Blue Tomato plans, back-to-school sales trends

We listened to the earnings call this afternoon - details on Blue Tomato European plans, how the back-to-school season is going so far, sales trends, Canada, more.

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
Vans powers in Q3, North Face feels bite

Vans powers in Q3, North Face feels bite

We listened to the VF Corp. earnings call this morning and have lots of details about Vans and North Face results around the world, including increased investment plans.

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