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Updated: Who is Scott Olivet?

Updated: Who is Scott Olivet?

We talk to industry executives at Oakley, Nike, Hurley and Skullcandy who have worked with new Billabong CEO Scott Olivet to find out more about him, his working style, and…

Executive Edition July 16, 2013
Beach Riot launches international brand expansion

Beach Riot launches international brand expansion

Press release: After a very successful debut year, women’s contemporary swimwear brand BEACH RIOT has some exciting announcements for 2014. Continuing her focus on fashion forward trends and cutting edge…

News July 16, 2013
Nikita set for change, unveiling COPSON ST. collaboration at Agenda

Nikita set for change, unveiling COPSON ST. collaboration at Agenda

Press release: Portland, Or. (July 16, 2013): Founded in Iceland in 1999 as a women's specific action sports lifestyle brand, the story of Nikita continues to evolve with the launch…

News July 16, 2013
Von Zipper's GT reacts to Billabong/Altamont news

Von Zipper's GT reacts to Billabong/Altamont news

We reached Von Zipper co-founder Greg "GT" Tomlinson and asked him for his reaction to the news that Billabong has a new CEO and that Altamont Capital Partners is investing…

News July 16, 2013
RVCA's Pat Tenore reacts to Billabong news

RVCA's Pat Tenore reacts to Billabong news

We reached RVCA Founder Pat Tenore this morning and asked him for his reaction to the Billabong/Altamont developments.

News July 15, 2013

Altamont's official release on Billabong deal

Altamont's press release about the Billabong transaction, including quotes from new CEO Scott Olivet and Altamont principals.

News July 15, 2013
Altamont strikes BBG deal, DaKine sold, New Billabong CEO

Altamont strikes BBG deal, DaKine sold, New Billabong CEO

Billabong announced several major changes Tuesday in Australia designed to help the company escape its financial distress.

News July 15, 2013
Billabong stock in trading halt pending announcement

Billabong stock in trading halt pending announcement

Billabong requested that trading in its stock be postponed pending the release of an announcement by the company.

News July 15, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series