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Looking back and ahead: Bruce Cromartie

Looking back and ahead: Bruce Cromartie

Bruce Cromartie, owner of 14 BC Surf & Sport stores, predicts a continued tough environment for 2010 and says difficult times may continue for the industry even if the economy…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Quiksilver presents surf festival in China

Quiksilver presents surf festival in China

Press Release:   Hainan Wanning Riyue Bay International Surfing Festival Presented by Quiksilver January 7, 2012 Wanning, Hainan Island, China   Local government authorities, surfers and sponsors joined the ISA…

News May 13, 2013
Introducing the SES Retail Panel

Introducing the SES Retail Panel

We receive a lot of data from national retailers about sales trends, but it’s harder to get similar, timely information about independent retailers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Two chains say weak snow hurt sales

Two chains say weak snow hurt sales

Dick's Sporting Goods and Big 5 told the market that weak winter conditions are hurting sales in the fourth quarter. Big 5 greatly reduced its earnings forecast.

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: John Mills, Quiksilver SVP of Sales

Core Careers: John Mills, Quiksilver SVP of Sales

Today we check in with John Mills, who started out handling major accounts for Quiksilver. Now he is in charge of all sales for the Quiksilver brand. He has some…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

SIA creates backcountry experience for 2012

Press Release:   Snow Show's BC Experience will showcase backcountry experts, equipment & safety practices  

News May 13, 2013
Howe's business proposition for better boardsports retailers

Howe's business proposition for better boardsports retailers

Jade Howe, the founder and Creative Director of Howe, the men’s contemporary clothing company, has a business proposition for better board sports retailers. With the recession wiping out many boutiques…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Burton SVP on Burton Mountain Festival

Burton SVP on Burton Mountain Festival

I followed up with SVP of Marketing Sam Paschel to find out more about the thinking behind the comprehensive Burton Mountain Festival, a 10-stop series.

News May 13, 2013
South Coast, Val Surf, Glik's and more on spring

South Coast, Val Surf, Glik's and more on spring

Brands mentioned include Sanuk, O'Neill, Rip Curl, Hurley, Billabong, Luli Fama swim, Fox, RVCA, Volcom, Burton, C4 Waterman, Sole Tech and more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series