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Digging into Quiksilver's annual report

Digging into Quiksilver's annual report

Editor’s note: I turned to a financial expert to analyze the Quiksilver annual report for me. Brandon Ferro is a former stock analyst at KeyBanc Capital Markets who used to…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Brazilian Miguel Pupo joins Dakine team

Brazilian Miguel Pupo joins Dakine team

Press Release:   HOOD RIVER, Ore. (June 7, 2012) – DAKINE signs surf powerhouse Miguel Pupo to its international team. The Brazilian prodigy rounds out DAKINE’s legendary team of athletes…

News May 13, 2013
Moto Momentum: Fox CEO on the past and  future

Moto Momentum: Fox CEO on the past and future

There are a few important things to know about Pete Fox, the CEO of Fox Head, Inc. At 6, he began working stapling catalogs for the family business started by…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Vans aims for $2.2 billion in revenue by end of 2016

Vans aims for $2.2 billion in revenue by end of 2016

Vans announced its five-year growth plan today. We have a breakdown of where the additional $1 billion in revenue will come from.

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Brian Dunlap, Podium Distribution co-owner

Core Careers: Brian Dunlap, Podium Distribution co-owner

Podium Distribution co-owner Brian Dunlap on the leap from store to brand owners, how he handles the demands on his time and how the company adjusted to the new economy.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Rip Curl begins Taco Tuesdays

Rip Curl begins Taco Tuesdays

Press Release:   Rip Curl will be hitting the road this summer to serve up free tacos to some of our favorite accounts and their customers! What better way to…

News May 13, 2013
Nike details action sports plans, big apparel push – Hurley growth details

Nike details action sports plans, big apparel push – Hurley growth details

Nike details growth targets for Hurley, Converse and Nike action sports brands. Nike action brands are a "welcomed and respected part of the community and culture," CEO says.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Etnies sets world record

Etnies sets world record

Press Release:   ETNIES SKATEPARK OF LAKE FOREST CLAIMS GUINNESS WORLD RECORD ON GO SKATEBOARDING DAY   More Than 300 Skateboarders Helped to Make History by Participating in the Largest…

News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Tod Swank, owner, Tum Yeto

Core Careers: Tod Swank, owner, Tum Yeto

Former pro skater Tod Swank shares the three most important lessons he's learned in his career and how he's handling challenging times in the skateboard industry.

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