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VonZipper debuts Dot Dash fashion line

VonZipper debuts Dot Dash fashion line

VonZipper has introduced a new fashion-forward, lower-priced sunglass line called Dot Dash. Curt Fry tells us about the line and the strategic thinking behind it.

News May 13, 2013

Economists' forecasts for 2009, 2010, 2011 and 2012

Visibility into future economic performance is a hot topic these days, so I spoke with two economists to get their take on how long consumer spending will be in the…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Source Interlink partners with Yahoo to bring Action Sports content to Livestand

Press Release:   El Segundo, CA (November 2, 2011): Source Interlink Media (SIM) has joined Yahoo! as an official launch partner for the launch of Livestand from Yahoo!, featuring a…

News May 13, 2013

The view on media changes from inside Surfing and Surfer magazines

Today, we wrap up our series on how marketing spending is changing the world of industry media with the view from inside two important lifestyle books. I talked with publishers…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
ISA announces surfing festival in China sponsored by Quiksilver

ISA announces surfing festival in China sponsored by Quiksilver

Press Release:   The world’s best surfers will meet in China in January for the Hainan Riyue Bay International Surfing Festival presented by Quiksilver   Hainan Riyue Bay International Surfing…

News May 13, 2013
What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

What Active owed its landlords as of April 17

Earlier this week, we posted a story about Active's bankruptcy including hundreds of action sports brands, media companies and team riders among its creditors. Today, we've compiled a list of…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spy CEO on Q3 results

Spy CEO on Q3 results

We spoke with Orange 21 President and soon to be CEO yesterday about the company's third quarter results. Michael Marckx talked about sales, inventory and what's to come.

News May 13, 2013
Talking shop with The Closet owner Billy Stade

Talking shop with The Closet owner Billy Stade

I ate lunch the other day at Eat Chow with Billy Stade, the owner of The Closet. The restaurant is attached to The Closet store and complex in Costa Mesa,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Hurley execs on industry consolidation, brand and retail acquisitions

With competitors acquiring brands and retailers, how will Hurley respond? Bob Hurley and Roger Wyett tell their perspective.

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