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Vans President on segmentation, apparel, retail strategies, much more

Vans President on segmentation, apparel, retail strategies, much more

Excerpts from the Q & A with Vans President Kevin Bailey at the recent Shop-eat-surf Executive Roundtable, including the brands rapid growth in China, Vans retail strategy.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
More photos from Surf Summit

More photos from Surf Summit

The Surf Summit ended on a high note with the presentation of the Dick Baker Memorial Award and talks with athletes Keith Malloy, Nathan Fletcher and Tom Curren.

News May 13, 2013
Rip Curl CEO shares progress report

Rip Curl CEO shares progress report

An interview with Kelly Gibson about Rip Curl's efforts in the U.S. including how the recently-ended fiscal year turned out, the state of the industry, plans for Spring 2012.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Nicole Hanriot launches new swimwear line

Press Release:   NICOLE HANRIOT LAUNCHES NEW SWIMWEAR LINE, BEACH RIOT Fashion forward, cutting edge styles featuring bright color combos and feminine detail.

News May 13, 2013
Patagonia up close – growth rates, retail plans, surf

Patagonia up close – growth rates, retail plans, surf

A talk with VP of Marketing Rob BonDurant about Patagonia's annual growth rate, its successful women’s business, its retail expansion, new initiatives and more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
South Coast doubles down on girls

South Coast doubles down on girls

South Coast Surf Shop is increasing its investment in junior's with a new store in Ocean Beach. Buyer and junior's advocate Heather Shields tells us why it's working.

News May 13, 2013
Hawaii store tour – Ala Moana

Hawaii store tour – Ala Moana

A trip to upscale Ala Moana Center. Stores visited include Oakley, T&C, Local Motion, Rip Curl, Blue Hawaii, PacSun, Vans, Journeys, more. Plus, rise of Nixon and RVCA.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Burton creates VP of Global Resorts position

Press Release:   BURLINGTON, VT (June 7, 2012) Burton Snowboards is pleased to announce that veteran Burton employee Jeff Boliba will become the company’s first Vice President of Global Resorts,…

News May 13, 2013
Lib Tech surf: "Best business plan for retailers ever"

Lib Tech surf: "Best business plan for retailers ever"

Co-founder Mike Olson shares why the boards are different, how he thinks the boards can change the market, and some details about the business plan.

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