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SES interview with Deckers CEO on Sanuk buy

SES interview with Deckers CEO on Sanuk buy

I interviewed Angel Martinez today about the lure of Sanuk, growth plans for the brand, infrastructure issues going forward, and his take on managing brands and distribution.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Billabong's Design for Humanity returns – tickets now on sale

Press Release:   BILLABONG’S 6th ANNUAL “DESIGN FOR HUMANITY”   Fashion, Art and Music Celebration Benefiting the Chipotle Cultivate Foundation At Paramount Studios in Hollywood July 25th   Tickets on…

News May 13, 2013
Latest Nike Action Sports revenues

Latest Nike Action Sports revenues

During an investor meeting this morning, a Nike executive detailed the Nike brand Action Sports revenue for Fiscal 2011.

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
Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Where's the weirdness?

Michael Tomson: Why Costco isn't going away, why we need something fresh besides bozo boardshorts, and how small brands and retailers can survive. Plus, newer brands he likes.

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
Flanagan launches The People's Movement

Flanagan launches The People's Movement

An interview with popular industry figure Kevin Flanagan about his new company that is making footwear and other products, how he raised money, the brand's strategy and 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
What CEOs make: A special report

What CEOs make: A special report

Today we launch our series that analyzes CEO compensation for 24 companies, including Quiksilver, Billabong, Skullcandy, Volcom, Deckers, VF Corp., Nike, Abercrombie, more.

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