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Looking back and ahead: Bruce Cromartie

Looking back and ahead: Bruce Cromartie

Bruce Cromartie, owner of 14 BC Surf & Sport stores, predicts a continued tough environment for 2010 and says difficult times may continue for the industry even if the economy…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Element launches Emerald Collection for Earth Day

Element launches Emerald Collection for Earth Day

Press Release:   In celebration of Earth Day, the Element Emerald Collection was launched at Fred Segal on Melrose Ave. The evening was enjoyed by all, complete with live music…

News May 13, 2013
Introducing the SES Retail Panel

Introducing the SES Retail Panel

We receive a lot of data from national retailers about sales trends, but it’s harder to get similar, timely information about independent retailers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIMA hosts Boot Camp in Dana Point

SIMA hosts Boot Camp in Dana Point

Press Release:   Surf Industry Explores the Future of Technology in Retail at SIMA’s Visual Merchandising & Retail Marketing Boot Camp   DANA POINT, Calif. (April 26, 2012) – On…

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: John Mills, Quiksilver SVP of Sales

Core Careers: John Mills, Quiksilver SVP of Sales

Today we check in with John Mills, who started out handling major accounts for Quiksilver. Now he is in charge of all sales for the Quiksilver brand. He has some…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Skullcandy's reports Q1 financial results

Press Release:   Net sales increased 47.9%   GAAP net income was $0.04 per diluted share   Gross profit increased 41.9%   PARK CITY, Utah, May 2, 2012 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE)…

News May 13, 2013
Howe's business proposition for better boardsports retailers

Howe's business proposition for better boardsports retailers

Jade Howe, the founder and Creative Director of Howe, the men’s contemporary clothing company, has a business proposition for better board sports retailers. With the recession wiping out many boutiques…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Paul Gomez departs from Podium

Paul Gomez departs from Podium

Podium Distribution partner Brian Dunlap confirms that former CEO Paul Gomez has departed the skate company.

News May 13, 2013
South Coast, Val Surf, Glik's and more on spring

South Coast, Val Surf, Glik's and more on spring

Brands mentioned include Sanuk, O'Neill, Rip Curl, Hurley, Billabong, Luli Fama swim, Fox, RVCA, Volcom, Burton, C4 Waterman, Sole Tech and more.

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