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Former Vans exec on the remaking of Sperry Top-Sider

Former Vans exec on the remaking of Sperry Top-Sider

Bill Bettencourt shares how Sperry is building on its heritage to expand into new styles and into channels such as youth lifestyle stores, including some surf shops.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Tillys reports double-digit gains in Q2 sales, comps and net income

Tillys reports double-digit gains in Q2 sales, comps and net income

PRESS RELEASE:   Tilly’s, Inc. Announces Second Quarter Fiscal 2012 Results Net Sales Increased 20.4%; Comp Store Sales Increased 5.1% GAAP Net Loss of $1.2 million, Reflecting Expected One-Time Charges…

News May 13, 2013
Checking in with snow retailers on past, next season

Checking in with snow retailers on past, next season

We talk with OrOnge Boardshop, The Source, SFO, Showcase, Milo, One Way and K-5 about snow trends. One store is making its own entry-level snowboards to compete with big box.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Mall retailers report strong August

Mall retailers report strong August

A wide range of retailers on Thursday reported strong sales in August and a good start to the back-to-school shopping season.

News May 13, 2013
More bidding at DVS court hearing – final winner chosen

More bidding at DVS court hearing – final winner chosen

The bidding for DVS continued all day in bankruptcy court, with Sequential Brands and an entity of industry executives repeatedly raising their prices. We have a full report.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Billabong presents 13th annual Cosmic Creek

Billabong presents 13th annual Cosmic Creek

Press Release:   BILLABONG HOSTS 13TH ANNUAL COSMIC CREEK PRESENTED BY SUBARU AT SALT CREEK SEPTEMBER 8 & 9   IRVINE, CA - (September 5, 2012) - This weekend the…

News May 13, 2013
An in-depth talk with Sun Diego's Dave Nash

An in-depth talk with Sun Diego's Dave Nash

A talk with Dave Nash about surviving the recession, his merchandising philosophy, the varied store formats, and why the team is always on the hunt for new, fresh brands.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Ion joins Dew Tour as official camera partner

Ion joins Dew Tour as official camera partner

Press Release:   ION WORLDWIDE JOINS DEW TOUR AS OFFICIAL CAMERA PARTNER   iON to Be Event Title Sponsor for Dew Tour Mountain Championships  

News May 13, 2013
Lost CEO on what's next for revamped clothing brand

Lost CEO on what's next for revamped clothing brand

An interesting interview with Joel Cooper about the gamble of taking Lost in-house, how spring orders are shaping up, what is working, the women's surprise, what's next

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