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Paul Naude on Swell acquisition and more

Paul Naude on Swell acquisition and more

I caught up with Billabong Americas President Paul Naude at Surf Expo and asked him some follow up questions about Billabong’s acquisition of Swell.com. On a separate note, Paul also…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Steamship introduces new collection and site

Steamship introduces new collection and site

Press Release:   STEAMSHIP SURFBOARDS INTRODUCES DEBUT COLLECTION AND NEW WEBSITE   Venice, Calif., - February 16, 2012 - Steamship Surfboards introduces its debut collection and launches a dynamic, new…

News May 13, 2013
Moto Momentum: Retailers on moto performance and plans

Moto Momentum: Retailers on moto performance and plans

By SHELBY STANGER Today in our “Moto Momentum” series we talk to several retailers – from large, mall-based players to mid-size and small motosports stores and a surf shop –…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Randy Hild looks forward and back

Randy Hild looks forward and back

I talked to the marketing expert about his time at Quik, where he thinks the industry is headed and what’s next for him. Randy helped pioneer the women's side of…

News May 13, 2013
Social Media Science: The very open Zappos approach

Social Media Science: The very open Zappos approach

In day two of our Social Media Science series, we ask Vans, 686, Hurley, Fox and more about social media mistakes to avoid and how they integrate athletes with marketing.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIA releases January 2012 report

SIA releases January 2012 report

Press Release:   Lack of Snow in January Impacts Snow Sports Market WASHINGTON, DC (March 2, 2012) - Today, SnowSports Industries America (SIA) and The Leisure Trends Group have released…

News May 13, 2013
Volcom on e-commerce plans, moto and growth

Volcom on e-commerce plans, moto and growth

Lots of interesting nuggets from Volcom's shareholder meeting yesterday, including more about its e-commerce philosophy and plans.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Quiksilver reports Q1 2012 financial results

Press Release:   HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--  

News May 13, 2013
Quiksilver on Roxy, Europe, improving gross margins

Quiksilver on Roxy, Europe, improving gross margins

From the Q2 earnings conference call: Plans for Roxy, the performance of each brand by region, conditions in Europe and how much Quik gained from Raisins sale.

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