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Consumer Spending Slowdown Hits Some – But Not All – Companies

Consumer Spending Slowdown Hits Some – But Not All – Companies

While many are taking down their guidance for the year as inflation negatively impacts consumer demand and backend costs continue to rise for companies, others appear to be either thriving…

Executive Edition November 3, 2022
Core Careers: Henry Cosio, Longtime Vans U.S. Sales Leader

Core Careers: Henry Cosio, Longtime Vans U.S. Sales Leader

Henry Cosio recently retired after a remarkable 31-year career with the brand. We asked him about how he was able to climb through the ranks, his sales philosophy, and more.

News November 1, 2022
WSL CEO on 2022 Financial Results, Strategy Changes

WSL CEO on 2022 Financial Results, Strategy Changes

We talk to Erik Logan about how the recent changes are resonating in the marketplace and what's next for the WSL.

Executive Edition October 31, 2022
The North Face is on Fire

The North Face is on Fire

Plus, details about how outerwear competitor Columbia performed, and what both companies had to say about the inventory situation and order cancellations.

Executive Edition October 28, 2022
VF Comments on Vans’ Q2 Results

VF Comments on Vans’ Q2 Results

VF Corp. executives also talked about the state of the global marketplace in general, and how the company’s outlook has grown more cautious even in the past month.

Executive Edition October 26, 2022

The Rise of Hey Dude and Converse

We are catching up on the closely watched Piper Sandler “Taking Stock with Teens Survey” for Fall 2022, which shows a few interesting trends when it comes to footwear.

News October 26, 2022
Boardriders – The Complexity and History

Boardriders – The Complexity and History

While the industry waits to see who may buy Boardriders Inc., we thought it would be a good time to review how Boardriders came to own many of the industry’s…

Executive Edition October 24, 2022
686 Names New President, Doubles Staff as Sales and Profits Expand

686 Names New President, Doubles Staff as Sales and Profits Expand

As 686 celebrates its 30th year in business, there are some big new developments at the snow outerwear and apparel brand. CEO and Owner Mike West and new President Erik…

Executive Edition October 20, 2022
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series