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Zumiez Posts Eighth Straight Positive Comp Quarter But Flags Consumer Slowdown Late in Q1 

Zumiez posted fiscal Q1 net sales of $193.3 million and comparable sales growth of 4%, but management flagged building consumer pressure late in the quarter and issued a conservative second...

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Tilly’s Turnaround: Inside the Overhaul Driving Its Recovery

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HIC CEO Leigh Tonai Talks Surf Industry Consolidation, Business Trends, Brand Loyalty and More

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Kings & Queens: Inside the New Hawaiian Lifestyle Retail Concept Built by Surf Industry Veterans

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Jamie Salter on Authentic Brands’ Imminent IPO Plans, Aggressive AI Strategy

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Etnies, éS, and Emerica Closed E-Commerce Sites for Skate Shop Day

The initiative redirected online shoppers to independent skate retailers instead, while the brands’ team riders, distributors, sales representatives, and staff visited local shops in person across multiple time zones.

News February 27, 2026

How Brick-and-Mortar Stores Can Win in a Marketplace World: Watch the Replay

Lightspeed's Roslyn Gombe and Ryan Baillie share data-backed strategies to help independent retailers drive foot traffic, build loyalty and compete with online marketplaces.

News February 27, 2026

Outdoor Retailer Expands “Gear of Tomorrow” with University Partners

Outdoor Retailer is partnering with two universities for its August 2026 show in Minneapolis, embedding wearable tech research and Gen Z business insight into the show floor.

News February 26, 2026

Saucony and Merrell Eye Lifestyle Growth After 2025 Rebound

Wolverine Worldwide CEO Chris Hufnagel shared details about the company’s turnaround, wholesale and U.S. plans and forecast for 2026.

News February 26, 2026

Rhythm Announces Key Sales Leadership Changes

One of the hottest brands in the surf market has named new sales leaders to chart the next chapter of the men's and women's brand.

News February 26, 2026

Tom Ruiz to Exit Seager This Week

The well-known industry sales leader and general manager is departing Seager, the up-and-coming Western surf brand. He shares with SESO what’s next.

News February 25, 2026

Eagle Creek CEO: Small Businesses Need Tariff Refunds Now

Travis Campbell details how tariffs have forced the company to reduce its workforce, cut spending and why quick refunds are critical for small business survival.

News February 25, 2026