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Nike Inventory Surges, Aggressive Liquidation Planned

Nike Inventory Surges, Aggressive Liquidation Planned

The company said it plans to "throw one or two competitive elbows" as it moves to clear excess inventory. The inventory buildup happened even as the company continues to see…

Executive Edition September 30, 2022
Core Retailers Weigh In on Potential Boardriders Sale

Core Retailers Weigh In on Potential Boardriders Sale

Quiksilver, Billabong Men’s, Roxy, Billabong Women’s and RVCA make up a sizeable chunk of the total sales mix of many core surf accounts. We asked Maui Nix, Surfside Sports, HIC,…

Executive Edition September 29, 2022
Vans Lowers Full-Year Forecast, President Outlines How the Brand Will Grow Again

Vans Lowers Full-Year Forecast, President Outlines How the Brand Will Grow Again

We have details about how Vans will try to grow into active lifestyle and outdoor while staying true to its action sports roots. Also, how Vans is restructuring internally, the…

Executive Edition September 29, 2022
Vail Resorts Reports Increase in Season Pass Sales

Vail Resorts Reports Increase in Season Pass Sales

The important industry snow customer also reported full year financial results.

News September 29, 2022
Former Active President Who Turned Retailer Around Acquires it Again

Former Active President Who Turned Retailer Around Acquires it Again

Active Ride Shop announced that today the company has been purchased by The Phoenix Project, Inc, a group led by former Active President, Esmail Mawjee. 

News September 28, 2022
What VF Corp. Looks for in Acquisition Targets

What VF Corp. Looks for in Acquisition Targets

VF Corp. posted a video this week of CFO Matt Puckett explaining what the company looks for in acquisition targets.

News September 22, 2022
New Global Rip Curl CEO on Her First Year at the Helm

New Global Rip Curl CEO on Her First Year at the Helm

We ask Brooke Farris about her first year in the role, new initiatives she has implemented, the wetsuit shortage during COVID and adjustments made, big growth plans for North America,…

Executive Edition September 21, 2022
Rip Curl Shows Growth in All Channels

Rip Curl Shows Growth in All Channels

Lots of details about Rip Curl's full year results, including a big surge in wholesale, how women's performed and how myriad micro challenges impacted the bottom line.

Executive Edition September 21, 2022
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series