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Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

Paul Naude on Billabong results, plus more details from conference call

I spoke at length to Billabong Americas President Paul Naude this morning about Billabong’s half-year results and read a transcript of the earnings conference call for additional details. Topics covered…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

WAX to be official media partner for 2012 ASFS

Press Release:   WAX - Official Media Partner of the Newport Beach Action Sports Film Festival Series

News May 13, 2013
Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives on Hurley, Converse, Nike action sports revenues

Nike executives discussed the performance of Hurley, Converse & Nike action sports for the quarter ended Feb. 28.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Neff Headwear presents Sesame Street

Neff Headwear presents Sesame Street

Press Release:   This weekend, Neff Headwear and The Seventh Letter present Sesame Street at the Known Gallery in Los Angeles. The show runs from April 28-29, benefiting City of…

News May 13, 2013
Vans on fire in Q1

Vans on fire in Q1

All the important details from the VF earnings call, including Vans performance in various regions, and an update on VF acquisition targets in outdoor and action sports.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Tilly's reports Q1 comps, IPO expected this week

Tilly's reports Q1 comps, IPO expected this week

It's a big week for Tilly's and for its founders who will receive nearly all of the proceeds from the IPO. We have details about Q1 results and how much…

News May 13, 2013
Capturing the Costa Rica market

Capturing the Costa Rica market

Shelby Stanger is working in Costa Rica for a few months. She examines the market, talks to distributors and visits stores to give us an on-the-ground report.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Oakley's growth continues in Q1

Oakley's growth continues in Q1

Oakley parent company Luxottica reported first quarter results and we have the details, including surprising results in Western Europe and emerging markets.

News May 13, 2013
Paul Naude on RVCA deal

Paul Naude on RVCA deal

An interview with Billabong North America President Paul Naude about the RVCA acquisition. He answers the question: is there a master acquisition strategy?

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