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BBG execs on Nixon, retail closures, cuts, current trends

BBG execs on Nixon, retail closures, cuts, current trends

I listened to the Billabong call and gleaned details about store closure plans, staff reductions, Nixon sale, current retail and wholesale trends, big online retail plans.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Sanuk hires PR agency for national campaign to promote athletes

Press release:   Sanuk Taps MWW Group To Lead National Campaign Showcasing Action Sports Athletes   Sanuk Footwear Turns to MWW's Consumer Lifestyle Marketing Practice To Help Increase Brand Awareness…

News May 13, 2013
Skullcandy's low cost brand, new offices, market position

Skullcandy's low cost brand, new offices, market position

We compiled some details about Skullcandy's business that we found interesting in its recently-filed annual report, including details about a low cost brand called 2XL.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Holden moving to Los Angeles from Portland

Press Release:   Holden Outerwear Relocates to Los Angeles   Portland, Oregon May 2, 2012 - Holden Outerwear announces the company's relocation to Los Angeles, CA –Scheduled to open in…

News May 13, 2013
Several positive trends for PacSun

Several positive trends for PacSun

We listened to PacSun's Q1 earnings conference call and have details including several positive business trends, and why Nike achieved a milestone at PacSun in Q1.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Lifetime announces new U.S. sales manager

Press Release:   Lifetime Collective is excited to announce that starting this week we will welcome Michael Darr aboard as our new US sales manager.   Michael has worked with…

News May 13, 2013
Skullcandy execs on Europe, Best Buy, competition, more

Skullcandy execs on Europe, Best Buy, competition, more

Highlights from Skullcandy's talk at a conference including its relationship with struggling Best Buy, how it is managing its European business, its strategy in China, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

PPR partners with Parsons on fashion contest

Press Release:   PARSONS, PPR, AND THEFANCY.COM PARTNER FOR “EMPOWERING IMAGINATION”   Design competition will enable select students to earn internships within leading PPR brands and exposure on innovative social…

News May 13, 2013
Globe CEO on apparel push, lifestyle products

Globe CEO on apparel push, lifestyle products

A talk with Matt Hill about the new forward apparel, why Globe's broad reach helps in a challenged skate market, the growing cruiser business, new footwear flavor, more.

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