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Year in Review: What Kept Industry Executives Up at Night in 2023?

Year in Review: What Kept Industry Executives Up at Night in 2023?

SES asked executives from around the industry to reflect on the business this year, with responses that ranged from lamenting the heavy promotional environment to the continuous drive to improve…

News December 21, 2023
A Challenging Year for the Outdoor Industry: 2023 in Review

A Challenging Year for the Outdoor Industry: 2023 in Review

The overall theme for the outdoor industry this year was grappling with the post-pandemic downturn. Companies that were coming off a few years of record revenue numbers found themselves competing…

News December 21, 2023
Specialty Retailers Upbeat in Remaining Days of Holiday Season

Specialty Retailers Upbeat in Remaining Days of Holiday Season

SES checks in at specialty retail for one more read on traffic, shopping trends, and what brands performed in the last full weekend ahead of Christmas.

News December 20, 2023

Authentic Announces Partner for Boardriders Brands in Japan, Taiwan

Authentic Brands Group's deal is with BRJ Group, which will be led by Sammy Yoo, a 13-year veteran of the legacy Boardriders’ portfolio.

News December 20, 2023
The Daily’s 10 Top-Viewed Stories of 2023

The Daily’s 10 Top-Viewed Stories of 2023

The outdoor industry served up a nonstop supply of interesting business news this year. Our readers gravitated toward the significant developments from key players, and popular topics included: how the…

News December 20, 2023
Liberated To Operate Boardriders Brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Parts of Asia

Liberated To Operate Boardriders Brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Parts of Asia

The deal expands Authentic's strategic partnership with Liberated Brands to take on Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes, and other brands in several international markets.

News December 19, 2023
Rip Curl Sales Down 5.7% in First Four Months of KMD’s Fiscal Year

Rip Curl Sales Down 5.7% in First Four Months of KMD’s Fiscal Year

Parent KMD Brands offered a market update as its portfolio remains pressured by a consumer spending and wholesale slowdown.

News December 19, 2023
Rab Is Not For Sale According to Parent Company

Rab Is Not For Sale According to Parent Company

In response to media reports that Equip Outdoor Technologies was planning to sell off outdoor brand Rab, Matt Gowar, CEO and owner of Equip, said no change in ownership is…

News December 19, 2023
Vuori Taps Former Levi Strauss Exec to Lead Marketing

Vuori Taps Former Levi Strauss Exec to Lead Marketing

The chief marketing officer hire marks another major addition to the Vuori C-suite amid the activewear brand’s rapid growth.

News December 19, 2023
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series