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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
2011: Fernando Aguerre

2011: Fernando Aguerre

We ask Fernando for this thoughts on how the economy and industry will fare in 2011.

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
The growth of freeskiing and the changing snow market

The growth of freeskiing and the changing snow market

Freeskiing is growing faster than snowboarding and we talk to snow brands and retailers that are - and aren't - targeting that youthful market.

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
DC President on new footwear approach, new business strategy

DC President on new footwear approach, new business strategy

A talk with Anton Nistl about the changes at DC including a revamped strategy, a restructured footwear department, the snow plan and the impacts of the move to Quiksilver HQ.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

G-III Apparel acquires Vilebrequin for $106.2 million

Editor's note: Luxury men's swim brand Vilebrequin had sales in 2011 of $55.9 million   Press release:   G-III Apparel Group, Ltd. Acquires Global Luxury Resort Brand Vilebrequin   --…

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez up close

Zumiez up close

Fourteen charts that measure key metrics over five years including sales per square foot, private label penetration, percent of sales by category, store openings, more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Zumiez appoints Jo-Ann's CEO to board of directors

Editor's note: Zumiez filed the following with the SEC today.   On August 14, 2012, Zumiez Inc. (the "Company") appointed Travis D. Smith to the Company's Board of Directors. Mr.…

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