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Surf Expo Starts Wednesday with Strong Buyer Registration List

Surf Expo Starts Wednesday with Strong Buyer Registration List

With over 700 brands exhibiting, and buyer registration tracking significantly above last year, the show is forecast to be the largest January event since 2020.

News January 6, 2025
Patrollers on Strike at Vail Resorts’ Park City Mountain in Utah

Patrollers on Strike at Vail Resorts’ Park City Mountain in Utah

Patrollers want a $2 hourly wage increase. Owner Vail Resorts say wage increases have already outpaced inflation.

News January 6, 2025
Burton CEO on Navigating Turbulence, Private Company Advantages, and More

Burton CEO on Navigating Turbulence, Private Company Advantages, and More

Burton did something unheard of a few years ago: it asked retailers to place smaller orders. CEO John Lacy discusses strategically planning sales down, when Burton expects to return to…

Executive Edition January 2, 2025
The Stories that Defined the Surf Industry in 2024

The Stories that Defined the Surf Industry in 2024

From the massive impact of Authentic Brands Group buying the surf industry's biggest brands to sweeping changes at VF Corp., these were the biggest stories of 2024.

News December 30, 2024
The Stories that Defined the Outdoor Industry in 2024

The Stories that Defined the Outdoor Industry in 2024

The outdoor industry sprang into action this year, shaking up executive teams, cleaning up inventory, and trimming costs to try to return to growth after a tough 2023.

News December 23, 2024
Surf Industry Executives Review 2024, Share Outlook for 2025

Surf Industry Executives Review 2024, Share Outlook for 2025

We asked leaders at Vissla, Roark, Salty Crew, Authentic Brands Group, Outerknown, Malvados Sandals, Jetty, L Space, Free Fly and Rip Curl about their thoughts on 2024 and their outlook…

Executive Edition December 23, 2024
Nordstrom Family, Liverpool Taking Retailer Private in $6.25 Billion Deal

Nordstrom Family, Liverpool Taking Retailer Private in $6.25 Billion Deal

Common shareholders in Nordstrom will receive $24.25 in cash for each share of the company they hold.

News December 23, 2024
Vuori CEO on Wholesale Strategy, 2024 Performance, and Raising Capital

Vuori CEO on Wholesale Strategy, 2024 Performance, and Raising Capital

We asked Kudla about Vuori’s direct retail strategy, if the brand plans to open more national wholesale partners such as Dick’s Sporting Goods, and what categories are resonating with consumers…

Executive Edition December 19, 2024
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series