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Adidas Details the Big China Challenges to Lockdowns

Adidas 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, 2022
La Jolla Group Adds New Brand to its Portfolio

La 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, 2022
Costa Doubles Down on Fishing While Looking to Expand Beyond

Costa 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, 2022
Doug Palladini and His Profound Impact on Vans, the Surf Industry, and More

Doug 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, 2022
The Many Brand Surprises at Public Lands

The 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, 2022
The Good News Continues for Snowboarding and Skiing

The 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
Adidas Scores Big Partnership with Foot Locker After Nike Changes

Adidas Scores Big Partnership with Foot Locker After Nike Changes

Foot Locker and Adidas announced a far reaching partnership after Nike's decision to sell fewer goods to the key footwear retailer.

News May 6, 2022
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series