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Store tour, Brea Mall: Obey, Obey, Obey
Plus, the small brand getting a big ride at the PacSun test store; what industry retailers can learn from Metropark; and shoppers come alive  I hit the road Friday…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013PPR commits to environmental P&L
Press Release:  Pioneering Environmental Impact Valuation to drive Sustainability strategy of PPR’s Luxury and Sport & Lifestyle Brands Â
News May 13, 2013
Retail sales appear to be stabilizing across the globe
Ahead of the U.S. retail sales report due tomorrow, we're taking a look today at the most recent retail sales comps from around the globe. For the last few months…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Smith parent buys polarized brand
The Safilo Group said it plans to buy Polaroid Eyewear, which specializes in polarized sunglasses. Safilo detailed the purchase price, expansion plans for Polaroid.
News May 13, 2013
Store Tour of Tilly's and Urban Outfitters
I find some surprising brands at Tilly's; Urban Outfitters is overrun by plaid wovens and flannels. I spent a lot of time at a Tilly's store yesterday, and I must…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013NRF: Online sales tax advantage stifling local stores
Press Release:  NRF Says Online Sales Tax Advantage is ‘Stifling’ Local Stores  WASHINGTON, November 30, 2011 – The National Retail Federation today urged the House Judiciary Committee to…
News May 13, 2013
Core Careers: Dave Gilovich, Surfline EVP and editorial director
Today, Dave Gilovich shares the best advice he's ever received, why he sets aside time each day to plan for the future and how Surfline has helped redefine surf journalism.…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
The North Shore – visiting Billabong, Quiksilver houses
A visit to the Billabong and Quiksilver houses at Pipeline, talking with executives and lots of photos from the day.
News May 13, 2013
Lian Murray expanding Aqua VI line, lands another well-known investor
Lian Murray, a founding partner of Hurley International, is having success again with her new brand, Aqua VI, which is resonating with both men and women. She has big plans…
Executive Edition May 13, 2013
