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Merchant buys more Billabong shares

Merchant buys more Billabong shares

Billabong Founder Gordon Merchant has purchased an additional 2.5 million shares of Billabong stock on the open market.

News May 13, 2013
Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

Sport Chalet CEO on liquidity, vendors and the competition

I spoke with Sport Chalet CEO Craig Levra this week to follow up on the company's news that Bank of America had amended and expanded its credit agreement by $10…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013

Neff to speak at NGCB conference

Press Release:   Neff Headwear Founder Shaun Neff Invited to Speak at Next Great Consumer Brands Conference   Shaun Neff, Founder of leading active lifestyle brand Neff Headwear, has been…

News May 13, 2013
Comparing the total pay packages for action sports executives and others

Comparing the total pay packages for action sports executives and others

In Part II of our executive compensation series, I look at the total pay package for 18 CEOs, including the potential value of stock and option awards and company-funded perks…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Industry inspires greeting card company

Industry inspires greeting card company

Press Release:   While greeting cards and action sports may seem like an unlikely duo, Bohemian Cards is aiming to prove the contrary. A new take on a greeting card…

News May 13, 2013
Talking with Bernard Mariette about his new CEO job and his time at Quiksilver

Talking with Bernard Mariette about his new CEO job and his time at Quiksilver

Former Quiksilver Inc. President Bernard Mariette has taken a new job as CEO of Coalision, a Montreal-based apparel company focused on active lifestyles. I had coffee with Bernard a few…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Volcom VP on what's new for next snow season

Volcom VP on what's new for next snow season

Dutch Schultz shares details about new Volcom snow initiatives including expanded fits, Guide Proven Technology collection, little girls and more.

News May 13, 2013
Steve Murray urges brands to embrace authenticity and innovation

Steve Murray urges brands to embrace authenticity and innovation

Steve Murray, president of VF Corp.'s action sports coalition and formerly the president of Vans, gave the keynote address at the opening night of SIMA's Surf Summit XII Wednesday. Steve…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Marc Morisset joins No Limits

Marc Morisset joins No Limits

Press Release:   NO LIMITS WELCOMES MARC MORISSET AS VP OF SALES AND MARKETING   Vancouver, BC – March 27, 2012: No Limits, the most recommended brand equity builder for…

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