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Surfing Live: Direct network for retailers

Surfing Live: Direct network for retailers

I noticed the new plasma televisions at Wahoo's ran clips and commercials from surf and skate brands, live video from surfing events, surf conditions from local spots, plus a banner…

News May 13, 2013
Buckle shoppers OK with higher price points

Buckle shoppers OK with higher price points

Some interesting nuggets emerged from The Buckle's second quarter earnings conference call, which I'm catching up on from last week. While competitors are cutting prices left and right to move…

News May 13, 2013
Dick Baker on retail distribution in the future

Dick Baker on retail distribution in the future

I asked Dick Baker to weigh in on the distribution question. Dick is the president of SIMA, the former president of Op and an apparel veteran. Men's Dick sees growth…

News May 13, 2013
Checking in with Adam Popp

Checking in with Adam Popp

I've been wondering lately how Adam Popp is doing, and some readers have asked as well. Adam is the young surfer who is battling testicular cancer. He used to work…

News May 13, 2013
Firewire and Lost Surfboards teaming up

Firewire and Lost Surfboards teaming up

Firewire Surfboards' new method of making surfboards has received an endorsement and order from Lost Surfboards. The two companies said yesterday that Lost will make a limited range of Lost…

News May 13, 2013
VF Corp to open more Vans stores

VF Corp to open more Vans stores

VF Corp. owns Vans and Reef, in addition to a host of other brands including Wrangler, North Face and 7 For All Mankind. Here's what CEO Eric Wiseman had to…

News May 13, 2013
Vans president cautiously optimistic on ‘08

Vans president cautiously optimistic on ‘08

Vans President Steve Murray told me yesterday at ASR that the company's outlook is more cautious than last year, but he still believes 2008 will be a strong year for…

News May 13, 2013
Nordstrom will open at Fashion Island

Nordstrom will open at Fashion Island

Good news for the surf and skate industry. A new Nordstrom sure to carry the industry's brands will open in Orange County at Fashion Island in spring, 2010. The new…

News May 13, 2013

Macy’s reorganizes, thousands of jobs cut

Macy's announced a major reorganization today that will eliminate about 2,550 jobs. The company also announced same-store sales fell 7.1 percent in January. I think most of you are interested…

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