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Journeys parent charts international growth

Journeys parent charts international growth

Genesco, parent company to important industry customer Journeys, reported Q2 earnings today. We have details, and info about its international growth plans.

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
Fox makes big marketing hire, other changes

Fox makes big marketing hire, other changes

An interview with CEO Pete Fox about why he turned to the surf world for his new vice president, if there is a new strategy for Fox, and we ask…

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
Industry jumps into Black Friday, Cyber Monday

Industry jumps into Black Friday, Cyber Monday

We surveyed industry brand and retailer sites and have a round up of the special promotions offered to kick off the holiday shopping season, including Volcom's big one.

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
McKnight: We need new blood, fresh ideas

McKnight: We need new blood, fresh ideas

An interview with Quiksilver's Bob McKnight and new CEO Andy Mooney about why Bob is giving up the CEO seat, what Andy brings to the table, and what opportunities Andy…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

K-Swiss Q2 loss narrows, revenues decline 31%

Press Release:   WESTLAKE VILLAGE, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--K•Swiss Inc. (KSWS) today announced results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2012. The operations of FORM Athletics are accounted for as a…

News May 13, 2013
Dragon CEO on integrating with Marchon, new plans

Dragon CEO on integrating with Marchon, new plans

Will Howard on what’s changed since Dragon joined the Marchon team, what is new for next year, how last year’s tough winter impacted sales, sunglass and optical plans, more.

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