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Core Careers: André Dallaire of Quebec, Canada

Core Careers: André Dallaire of Quebec, Canada

André Dallaire sells Burton, Nixon, Volcom and more in Eastern Canada. We ask him about his career, the current economic mood in Canada, what makes a great rep, and much…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

T&C wins Oakley Surf Shop Challenge in Hawaii

Press Release:   SAN CLEMENTE, Calif., July 9, 2012 – After a one-year hiatus from the winner’s podium, Team Town & Country has once again claimed a win in the…

News May 13, 2013
What worked at PacSun in Q3, outlook for Q4

What worked at PacSun in Q3, outlook for Q4

We listened to the Q3 earnings conference call for PacSun and have details about how emerging brands, heritage brands, and footwear performed. Plus, overall business trends.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Weekly retail sales moderate as back-to-school shopping kicks in

Press Release:   NEW YORK, July 17, 2012 – Even with the continuing warm weather, which helped to drive consumers indoors, weekly retail sales were moderate and remained positive for…

News May 13, 2013
PacSun CEO on 2012, goals for 2013

PacSun CEO on 2012, goals for 2013

Gary Schoenfeld detailed PacSun's accomplishments in 2012 and its goals for 2013 at the ICR XChange conference today. Plus, the shifting brand mix, a new women's line, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
TPG makes new bid for Billabong

TPG makes new bid for Billabong

Private equity firm TPG is making another run at Billabong, offering a lower price per share than its previous bid, which was rejected before Billabong's latest problems.

News May 13, 2013
Rome's interesting online strategy to benefit retailers

Rome's interesting online strategy to benefit retailers

Rome is launching an interesting, multi-faceted online initiative that it believes will help support core snowboard retailers while still allowing Rome to sell direct.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SIA releases 2012 Participation Report

Press Release:   6.9% of American Participate In Snow Sports and Burn 332 Million Calories   WASHINGTON, DC (July 27, 2012) - SnowSports Industries America (SIA) released the comprehensive 2012…

News May 13, 2013
Spy CEO: strategy taking root as sales grow double digits

Spy CEO: strategy taking root as sales grow double digits

A talk with Michael Marckx about how a new strategy is changing Spy, which reported 2012 results Wednesday. His take on the sunglass market, Spy's financial health, more.

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