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Authentic Investment Pays Off for Simon Property Group
Authentic Brands Group, the brand house that Jamie Salter founded in 2010 that owns several large industry brands, has turned into quite the investment for companies that believed in his…
News May 16, 2024
Yeti Discloses Mystery Ranch Acquisition Price
According to its recently filed first-quarter report, Yeti acquired Mystery Ranch, known for its durable load-bearing backpacks, bags, and pack accessories, for $36.2 million. The deal closed on February 2.…
Executive Edition May 16, 2024
Quiksilver Wholesale Team Talks Go-Forward Strategy Under Licensee O5 Apparel
An interview with GM Ryan Mangan and Quiksilver co-founder Bob McKnight about the new strategy under licensee O5 Apparel as the new team hits the road to sell Spring '25.…
Executive Edition May 15, 2024
Outdoor Design + Innovation Sourcing Show Attracts Notable Buyers and Exhibitors
Design, product development, sourcing, planning, and private label executives from several well-known brands are attending the Outdoor Design + Innovation (ODI) show next month in Salt Lake City, Utah. ODI…
News May 14, 2024
Surf Expo Sneak Peak: Surf Brands Sign Up in Full Force
The roster of brands for the Surf Expo September show will see the floor represented with a range of brands, from emerging to heritage.
News May 14, 2024
Is Bike Retail on the Road to Recovery?
Encouraging quarterly results from Fox Factory, Shimano, MIPS, and Thule as well a favorable reports from Circana and PeopleForBikes offers some optimism that the bike industry may be finally moving…
Executive Edition May 13, 2024
Tom Ruiz Named GM of Seager
One of the most experienced salesmen in the industry comes out of retirement to help take buzzy Western/surf lifestyle brand Seager to the next level.
News May 13, 2024
