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Comparing the total pay packages for action sports executives and others

Comparing the total pay packages for action sports executives and others

In Part II of our executive compensation series, I look at the total pay package for 18 CEOs, including the potential value of stock and option awards and company-funded perks…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Billabong signs with Lawson software

Press Release:   Billabong Signs with Lawson Software to Help Support Growth in Action Sports Fashion Sector Lawson QuickStep Fashion to help improve global supply chain operations and efficiency  …

News May 13, 2013
Talking with Bernard Mariette about his new CEO job and his time at Quiksilver

Talking with Bernard Mariette about his new CEO job and his time at Quiksilver

Former Quiksilver Inc. President Bernard Mariette has taken a new job as CEO of Coalision, a Montreal-based apparel company focused on active lifestyles. I had coffee with Bernard a few…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

B4BC to host 5th annual Skate the Coast

Press Release:   Boarding for Breast Cancer (B4BC) to Host Fifth Annual  Skate the Coast Presented by Sun Bum on Saturday, Oct. 29   18-Mile Longboard-a-thon from Santa Monica Pier…

News May 13, 2013
Steve Murray urges brands to embrace authenticity and innovation

Steve Murray urges brands to embrace authenticity and innovation

Steve Murray, president of VF Corp.'s action sports coalition and formerly the president of Vans, gave the keynote address at the opening night of SIMA's Surf Summit XII Wednesday. Steve…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Online retailers prep for promotion-heavy holidays

Online retailers prep for promotion-heavy holidays

Press Release:   Online Retailers Preparing for Promotion-Heavy Holiday Season, According to Shop.org eHoliday Survey -More than Half Plan to Start Holiday Marketing Promotions by Halloween-  

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Volcom's Gayle Jarrett

Core Careers: Volcom's Gayle Jarrett

Gayle Jarrett, the director of junior's apparel, shares what qualities she values in direct reports, where she finds design ideas and why she changed her plans for an aerospace career…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
VonZipper debuts Dot Dash fashion line

VonZipper debuts Dot Dash fashion line

VonZipper has introduced a new fashion-forward, lower-priced sunglass line called Dot Dash. Curt Fry tells us about the line and the strategic thinking behind it.

News May 13, 2013
Key highlights from Zumiez Q3 conference call

Key highlights from Zumiez Q3 conference call

“We see some glimmers of hope.” Trevor Lang, Zumiez chief financial officer. Usually cautious Zumiez executives sounded more optimistic during an earnings conference call this afternoon than they have in…

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