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Zumiez increasing inventory

Zumiez increasing inventory

Zumiez executives sounded bullish this afternoon on a conference call with investors. Read all the important details about category performance, inventory plans and more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

American Apparel details December sales

Press Release:   LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- American Apparel, Inc. (NYSE Amex: APP), a vertically integrated manufacturer, distributor, and retailer of branded fashion basic apparel, provided an update today related to…

News May 13, 2013
Real Retail: Liberty Board Shop

Real Retail: Liberty Board Shop

An in-depth talk with owner Matt Pindroh about what brands are performing, the opportunity he sees in the retail landscape, why he sells NikeSB, and much more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
The story behind Slater's VSTR line

The story behind Slater's VSTR line

I spoke with Jesse Faen and John Moore at Agenda about the new VSTR line by Kelly Slater and Quiksilver. Plus, photos of several pieces.

News May 13, 2013
China Challenges: What they mean for prices, delivery dates, development schedules, retailers

China Challenges: What they mean for prices, delivery dates, development schedules, retailers

We talk to executives at Vans, American Joe, One Industries, The Sourcing Place, the La Jolla Group, Tilly's, BC Surf & Sport and more about the challenges in China.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Surfline hires Ross Garrett and Mark Willis returns

Surfline hires Ross Garrett and Mark Willis returns

  Surfline Adds Media and Forecast Veterans to Leadership Team   Ross Garrett and Mark Willis join company February 1   1/11/2012 – Huntington Beach, CA – Today, Surfline/Wavetrak, Inc.…

News May 13, 2013
Touring Florida Mall – CCS, Zumiez, PacSun, Tilly's, Quik, Billabong, Macy's, Dillard's, Buckle, Hollister

Touring Florida Mall – CCS, Zumiez, PacSun, Tilly's, Quik, Billabong, Macy's, Dillard's, Buckle, Hollister

I spent several hours at the Florida Mall in Orlando visiting the stores of industry brands, industry customers and industry competitors. I gathered a lot of interesting info.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SIA to recognize 2011 award winners at Snow Show

Press Release:   SIA to Recognize 2011 SnowSports Retailer and Rep Award Winners at SIA Snow Show   WASHINGTON, DC (January 17, 2012) - SnowSports Industries America (SIA) is proud to…

News May 13, 2013
Vans leads VF in Q3, VF investing big in brand

Vans leads VF in Q3, VF investing big in brand

Details from VF Corp.'s earnings call this morning including how Vans performed around the world, the investments VF is making in the brand and North Face's X Games plans.

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