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Killer Dana Expands with Larger Surf Shop, Centralized Operations

Co-owners Carrie Bloom and Mike Foster talk about the decision to move into the Lantern Bay Village Shopping Center, new brands they’ve brought into the store, and how they're serving…

News March 20, 2024
New Ibex Ownership Aims to Rebuild Wholesale Relationships

New Ibex Ownership Aims to Rebuild Wholesale Relationships

A quick history of the rise and fall of an outdoor brand: Merino wool apparel brand Ibex was founded in 1997 in Woodstock, Vermont, by avid mountaineers who wanted to…

News March 20, 2024
KMD CEO Offers Take on Rip Curl Business after Challenging First Half

KMD CEO Offers Take on Rip Curl Business after Challenging First Half

Michael Daly addressed Rip Curl’s sales decline in an earnings call and sees improvement as the rest of the year moves forward.

Executive Edition March 19, 2024
On Running Continues Meteoric Rise

On Running Continues Meteoric Rise

Red-hot shoe brand On Running, which has become an important brand for outdoor retailers, posted revenue of 1.8 billion Swiss Francs ($2 billion) for 2023, a 55% increase in constant…

News March 18, 2024
Hari Mari Lays Groundwork to Be $100M-Plus, Global Business After Capital Raise

Hari Mari Lays Groundwork to Be $100M-Plus, Global Business After Capital Raise

CEO Jeremy Stewart on Hari Mari hitting the high seas with country band Midland, more collaborations, marketing expansion, and product innovation after recent funding round.

News March 18, 2024

Stephanie Gilmore Inks Rip Curl Deal

The eight-time World Champion returns to Rip Curl, signing an eight-year deal with the surf company.

News March 15, 2024
Zumiez Ends Year with Loss as it Focuses on Profitability, Newness

Zumiez Ends Year with Loss as it Focuses on Profitability, Newness

The retailer’s pausing store growth in Europe, closing underperforming doors in North America, and on a tear with new brands and private label launches to woo shoppers.

Executive Edition March 15, 2024
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series