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Travel deals are yielding mixed results in Hawaii, Australia
Travel deals for airfare and lodging are abundant, and that's showing up in some flattening in the decline of travel to and spending in important industry destinations such as Hawaii…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013Pro snowboarders host 2nd Frendly Gathering
Press Release:  Tickets on sale now for the June 14th-16th, 2012 music festival at Timber Ridge in Windham, Vermont  WHAT: The Frendly Gathering Music Festival announces lineup,tickets on…
News May 13, 2013
Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition
I spoke with Sport Chalet CEO Craig Levra this week to follow up on the company's news that Bank of America had amended and expanded its credit agreement by $10…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Nixon launches new website
Press Release:  WELCOME THE NEW: NIXON.COM Nixon launches new domain and redesign of website  ENCINITAS, CA - Nixon is kicking off the 2012 summer season with a big…
News May 13, 2013
Comparing the total pay packages for action sports executives and others
In Part II of our executive compensation series, I look at the total pay package for 18 CEOs, including the potential value of stock and option awards and company-funded perks…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Element launches Emerald Collection for Earth Day
Press Release: Â 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
Talking with Bernard Mariette about his new CEO job and his time at Quiksilver
Former Quiksilver Inc. President Bernard Mariette has taken a new job as CEO of Coalision, a Montreal-based apparel company focused on active lifestyles. I had coffee with Bernard a few…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
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
Steve Murray urges brands to embrace authenticity and innovation
Steve Murray, president of VF Corp.'s action sports coalition and formerly the president of Vans, gave the keynote address at the opening night of SIMA's Surf Summit XII Wednesday. Steve…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
