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The Simple Shoes Team Outlines the Go-Forward Strategy
Kandui Holdings, the company started by the Hurley family after their exit from their namesake brand, bought Simple Shoes in 2020 and has been working to expand the product line…
Executive Edition May 20, 2022Adidas Details the Big China Challenges to Lockdowns
Adidas provided very detailed information about just how much the Covid lockdowns in China are impacting consumer spending there – even in parts of the country that aren’t affected. It’s…
Executive Edition May 18, 2022La Jolla Group Adds New Brand to its Portfolio
The company sees lots of opportunity to help grow Atwyld, a women’s motorcycle and adventure lifestyle brand.
News May 17, 2022Costa Doubles Down on Fishing While Looking to Expand Beyond
We talk to the Costa leadership team about integrating with Luxottica, strategies for expansion, and why they are planting a flag in fishing. "We are not going to step aside…
Executive Edition May 16, 2022Doug Palladini and His Profound Impact on Vans, the Surf Industry, and More
We have been remiss in not writing more about the departure of Doug Palladini as the Global Brand President of Vans. We asked industry leaders about his influence on the…
Executive Edition May 14, 2022The Many Brand Surprises at Public Lands
SES toured Dick's Sporting Goods' major new outdoor concept Public Lands outside of Pittsburgh. This is definitely not an REI copycat.
Executive Edition May 13, 2022The Good News Continues for Snowboarding and Skiing
The pandemic participation bump in snowboarding and skiing continued this season and led to record visits at ski areas, the National Ski Areas Association reported Friday.
News May 11, 2022