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USLA acknowledges C4 technology

USLA acknowledges C4 technology

Press Release:   HONOLULU (April 9, 2012) - The United States Lifesaving Association (USLA) has exclusively designated the C4 Waterman iRescue Board as the official rescue board of the USLA…

News May 13, 2013
Snow wrap, Day 1: Retailers and manufacturers on how the season went

Snow wrap, Day 1: Retailers and manufacturers on how the season went

With the snow season starting to wrap up, we decided to ask retailers, manufacturers and trade associations how the season went. I talked to several people, including Sport Chalet CEO…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Nike Lowers Pro returns to San Clemente

Nike Lowers Pro returns to San Clemente

Press Release:   $250K ASP PRIME NIKE LOWERS PRO DESCENDS UPON LOWER TRESTLES MAY 1-5, 2012   High-performance wave and top talent warrant a progressive event that pushes the limits…

News May 13, 2013

The new consumer-protection law: How brands like Quiksilver are managing

Clothing makers and distributors haven't been waiting around when it comes to new laws  requiring lead and phthalate testing of certain products for kids ages 12 and younger. They've been…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dyrdek acquires DNA Distribution

Dyrdek acquires DNA Distribution

In January, Rob Dyrdek announced he wanted to buy DNA Distribution from Burton. Today, he announced the deal has gone through.

News May 13, 2013
Bob Hurley and Roger Wyett on the remaking of Hurley

Bob Hurley and Roger Wyett on the remaking of Hurley

Roger and Bob show us a prototype of a new store opening in Laguna Beach in July, talk about Hurley's sponsorship of the U.S. Open, and explain how Hurley is…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dragon signs Forest Bailey

Dragon signs Forest Bailey

Press Release:   Carlsbad CA (April 23, 2012) - Dragon is pleased to announce Forest Bailey has joined the family as a member of their pro team of eclectic snowboarders.…

News May 13, 2013
Moss Adams partner Frank Kaufman on the CIT situation

Moss Adams partner Frank Kaufman on the CIT situation

I asked Frank Kaufman, a partner in certified public accounting firm Moss Adams, for his take on the CIT situation. Several of Moss Adams' apparel clients are CIT customers.

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Quiksilver appoints new CFO

Press Release:   Quiksilver Inc. Appoints Richard Shields as Chief Financial Officer  

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series