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SIMA postpones Surf Summit because of swine flu
SIMA said today that next week's Surf Summit has been postponed because of concerns about swine flu. The U.S. government has recommended all non-essential trips to Mexico be canceled because…
News May 13, 2013
Interesting notes from Volcom's shareholder meeting
I went to the Volcom shareholder meeting Tuesday to hear the company's presentation and to see how Volcom executives would dress this year. They always wear matching outfits at the…
News May 13, 2013
Becker keeps HB store open with outlet format
I reported in November that Becker Surf was going to close its Huntington Beach store after its lease expired because it was an underperforming store and the landlord was unwilling…
News May 13, 2013
New Vans Americas president named
Kevin Bailey has been named president of Vans Americas. Bailey used to run Vans' retail division and was a key executive during the company's turnaround years of 2002-03, Steve Murray,…
News May 13, 2013Quiksilver stock down in early morning trading
Quiksilver's stock fell 18 percent in early morning trading as investors worried about the high interest rates on its new financing agreements and other issues regarding its liquidity. Here's a…
News May 13, 2013
Dac Clark on what C&C looks for in young brands
I know some small and medium-sized brands are struggling in the recession and are looking for help. Some brands may opt for the licensing model, so I asked Donald "DAC"…
News May 13, 2013
Roy Turner on next Surf Expo trade show
We continue checking in with trade shows today as trade show season approaches. Today, we hear from Roy Turner of Surf Expo. One new Surf Expo feature Roy discusses is…
News May 13, 2013
Dick's Sporting Goods acquiring six Joe's locations
Dick's Sporting Goods, which acquired important industry customer Chick's Sporting Goods in 2007, will take over six former locations of bankrupt retailer Joe's Sports, Outdoor & More, according to the…
News May 13, 2013
