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DC Global GM and Global Head of Marketing Resign

DC Global GM and Global Head of Marketing Resign

DC Shoes, which has mounted an improbable comeback, is losing its two top executives. The brand is now owned by Authentic Brands Group after the Boardriders sale.

News November 10, 2023

More Boardriders License Deals Inked

New licensing deals span Roxy and Quiksilver beach accessories to DC and Roxy occupational footwear.

News November 10, 2023
Wolverine Worldwide Announces Layoffs, Restructuring as Sales Drop Double Digits

Wolverine Worldwide Announces Layoffs, Restructuring as Sales Drop Double Digits

Wolverine Worldwide, parent company of Merrell, Saucony, Chaco, and Sweaty Betty, announced layoffs and other cost saving measures to save up to $215 million as the company grapples with inventory…

News November 9, 2023

Remembering Dave Hollander of Becker Surfboards

Industry retailers, buyers, sales reps and friends remember Hollander. He was one of the visionaries behind Becker Surfboards, considered one of the best accounts in the surf industry's heyday.

News November 9, 2023
DTC Boosts Black Diamond’s Q3 Results

DTC Boosts Black Diamond’s Q3 Results

Black Diamond Equipment reported a revenue increase of 22% for the third quarter ended Sept. 30, 2023, partially due to strong direct-to-consumer business. “We see our direct-to-consumer business as one…

News November 8, 2023
Report and Photos from Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect Show

Report and Photos from Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect Show

Inventory challenges were top of mind for outdoor specialty retailers at the Grassroots Outdoor Alliance Connect trade show in Kansas City, Missouri this week. Gabe Maier, president of GOA, said…

News November 8, 2023
Former Quiksilver Head of Sales Mike Reilly Joins Free Fly

Former Quiksilver Head of Sales Mike Reilly Joins Free Fly

Former Quiksilver North American sales leader Mike Reilly will head up sales for Free Fly, a fishing, outdoor, and lifestyle apparel brand.

News November 8, 2023
PrimaLoft Names Anne Cavassa President

PrimaLoft Names Anne Cavassa President

Material technology company PrimaLoft announced it has appointed Anne Cavassa as its new president. Cavassa was previously the president of Saucony and also held leadership positions at Brooks, Nike, and…

News November 7, 2023
Bataleon Snowboards Turns 20 as U.S. Business Gains Steam

Bataleon Snowboards Turns 20 as U.S. Business Gains Steam

Bataleon and parent Low Pressure Studio still field questions almost weekly about being a snowboard company based out of Amsterdam. The answer has been about perfected at this point as…

News November 7, 2023
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series