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Matix to put girls' line on hiatus

Matix to put girls' line on hiatus

We talk with Podium President Brian Dunlap about the company's decision to put Matix Girls on hold.

News May 13, 2013
Travel deals are yielding mixed results in Hawaii, Australia

Travel deals are yielding mixed results in Hawaii, Australia

Travel deals for airfare and lodging are abundant, and that's showing up in some flattening in the decline of travel to and spending in important industry destinations such as Hawaii…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Noll Surfboards launches online store

Press Release: Noll Surfboards Web Store Now Live Lifestyle Brand Unveils Online Shopping on NollSurfboards.com   October 3, 2011 (San Clemente, CA) – Noll Surfboards, America’s first internationally-regarded surf brand,…

News May 13, 2013
Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

I spoke with Sport Chalet CEO Craig Levra this week to follow up on the company's news that Bank of America had amended and expanded its credit agreement by $10…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Shaun White launches new hardgoods brand

Shaun White launches new hardgoods brand

Shaun White is launching a new hardgoods brand called Shaun White Supply Co.

News May 13, 2013
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
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series