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Vans, North Face, Timberland in Q3

Vans, North Face, Timberland in Q3

We listened to the VF conference call this morning and have details about the performance of Vans, The North Face and Timberland. Vans results from Europe are interesting.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Aguerre receives Baker award, offers advice for industry

Aguerre receives Baker award, offers advice for industry

In his acceptance speech, Fernando paid tribute to Dick Baker and offered some advice to the industry, which he said is at a critical crossroads.

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez on Canada, discounting, snow business

Zumiez on Canada, discounting, snow business

We listened to Zumiez's earnings call this afternoon. Details on snow sales, Canada performance and openings, junior's, why Zumiez did not discount like teen competitors.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Expanded locations, new stores for Jack's

Expanded locations, new stores for Jack's

A talk with Jack's co-owner Jamal Abdelmuti about what’s new at the influential retailer, how each of its locations are doing, and some new happenings with the business.

News May 13, 2013
McKnight comments on Gundlach hiring

McKnight comments on Gundlach hiring

At the ICR XChange investor conference today, Bob McKnight talked about the company's new hire from Burton and how Clark's new job fits into Quik's growth plans.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
WeSC turns U.S. over to licensee

WeSC turns U.S. over to licensee

After eight years of investment, WeSC says it has not seen the return it wants in the U.S. market and is turning over operations to a licensee.

News May 13, 2013
Nixon founders on return to independence

Nixon founders on return to independence

An interview with the Nixon co-founders about what's next for the brand now that it will once again be independent and will have additional resources to support its growth.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Alli Sports and Dogfunk join forces

Alli Sports and Dogfunk join forces

Alli Sports and online retailer Dogfunk.com are unveiling a new partnership this morning. We talked to executives from both companies about the deal and what it means.

News May 13, 2013
Val Surf looks forward and back

Val Surf looks forward and back

A talk with the Richards family about their 50 years in business, the ups and downs, the current landscape, the snow season, hot brands, private label, the future.

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