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PacSun CEO on junior's, boardshorts, swim, more

PacSun CEO on junior's, boardshorts, swim, more

All the important details from PacSun's conference call this afternoon, including how the retailer plans to turnaround junior's.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Oakley's growth continues in Q1

Oakley's growth continues in Q1

Oakley parent company Luxottica reported first quarter results and we have the details, including surprising results in Western Europe and emerging markets.

News May 13, 2013
Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike reports Hurley, Converse, action sports results

Nike executives gave full year revenue totals and growth for Hurley and Converse on a conference call today. They also said how much Nike's action sports category grew.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Spy CEO on Q1 results

Spy CEO on Q1 results

We follow up with Michael Marckx and ask what's driving increased sales and why the company's net loss widened in the quarter.

News May 13, 2013
The business story of Frends

The business story of Frends

Frends is a community started by snowboarders. Frends fans begged them to make products. Read about their strategy, their very experienced backers, and their first product.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Obermeyer names Director of Technology

Press Release:   (Aspen, CO) MAY 21, 2012 – Aspen-based Sport Obermeyer (Obermeyer) is pleased to announce the appointment of Greg Bannister in a new position as the company’s director…

News May 13, 2013
Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

Rip Curl USA CEO on progress, strategies, more

An in-depth interview with Kelly Gibson - including video clip - about the brand's just ended fiscal year, go forward strategies and developments with key retailers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Gabe Kling re-signs with Body Glove

Gabe Kling re-signs with Body Glove

Press Release:   Redondo Beach, CA, May 29, 2012 – Gabe Kling re-signs with Body Glove Internationalfor an additional 2 years. Kling, who is native to St. Augustine, FL, is…

News May 13, 2013
A visit to CI HQ and business update

A visit to CI HQ and business update

I visited surfboard maker Channel Islands near Santa Barbara and talked with General Manager Scott Anderson about business trends and the company post Burton acquisition.

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