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PacSun in 2010 vs. previous years

PacSun in 2010 vs. previous years

PacSun filed its annual report last week, and we've created charts detailing key historical metrics, including sales per square foot, percentage of branded goods, much more.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
SIMA Event Boot Camp photos and wrap

SIMA Event Boot Camp photos and wrap

More than 30 surf manufacturing companies and retailers reported for duty at SIMA’s Event Planning and Management Boot Camp Wednesday.

News May 13, 2013
Rise of rocker boards and alpine skis; Burton still king

Rise of rocker boards and alpine skis; Burton still king

A breakdown of the 2010/2011 snow season shows many interesting trends. Details about rockered snowboard sales, alpine vs. snowboards, goggles, helmets, Burton's dominance.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Disney XD presents West 49 LRN2SK8 Tour

Disney XD presents West 49 LRN2SK8 Tour

Press Release:   WEST 49 LRN2SK8 TOUR PRESENTED BY DISNEY XD is back this summer bigger and better than ever. Learn to skateboard for FREE this summer.   BURLINGTON, ON…

News May 13, 2013
Dac Clark on Sanuk sale to Deckers

Dac Clark on Sanuk sale to Deckers

Deckers acquisition of Sanuk closed last week. I followed up with Dac Clark and asked how the deal happened, why they sold, any tips for others who want to sell,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Coalision acquires French underwear company Pull-in

Press Release:   Coalision Merges with French Brand Pull-in to Create $110M Lifestyle and Activewear Company   Isabelle Mille named Vice President, Retail and Marketing, Lolë and Pierre-Louis Lacoste named…

News May 13, 2013
Skullcandy continues to invest in growth

Skullcandy continues to invest in growth

We listened to Skullcandy's first earnings conference call as a public company this afternoon and have a complete report, including where growth is coming from, future plans.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
B4BC expands to East Coast and Canada

B4BC expands to East Coast and Canada

Press Release:   16-Year Non-Profit Organization Officially Establishes Bi-Coastal and International Offices Due to Increased Demand for B4BC Programs and Outreach   Redondo Beach, Calif. (April 11, 2012) – After…

News May 13, 2013
PacSun CEO on store changes

PacSun CEO on store changes

A talk with Gary Schoenfeld about big changes to the Irvine store, including new brands, new presentations, the very expanded shoe offering, more. We took lots of photos.

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