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Deus Ex Machina comes to America

Deus Ex Machina comes to America

An Australian brand that combines custom motorcycle culture, surfing and community is bringing its unique model to the U.S. with a major new outpost in Venice.

News May 13, 2013
Nike president discusses action sports performance and strategy

Nike president discusses action sports performance and strategy

Here is a more detailed report from Nike's earnings report and conference call this afternoon, including detailed comments from Nike executives about the performance and strategy of Nike's action sports…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Shaun Tomson joins WWA

Shaun Tomson joins WWA

Pres Release:   Industry expert and iconic athlete to join Walter Wilhelm Associates   WWA is pleased to announce that surf and industry icon Shaun Tomson is joining the company’s…

News May 13, 2013
Volcom's plans for Spring 2010

Volcom's plans for Spring 2010

I got an update on what Volcom has planned for Spring 2010 recently from President Jason Steris and Gayle Jarrett, director of junior's apparel. (Click here to read Gayle's Core…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Recap of Bright XIV

Recap of Bright XIV

Press Release:   More than 12.000 visitors attended the 14th edition of Bright, confirming the show's traffic increase from last winter. Europe's leading fair for skateboarding, sneakers and streetwear is…

News May 13, 2013
Active vendors get stung again in BK case

Active vendors get stung again in BK case

I recently spoke with the attorney for the Active Wallace Group, the previous owners of Active Ride Shop, to get an update on the Active bankruptcy case. Garrick Hollander provided…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Billabong Group brings retailers to special fall line launch

Billabong Group brings retailers to special fall line launch

We stopped by the Billabong Group's fall line launch at the Surf & Sand in Laguna Beach Wednesday. We have lots of photos, and find out the thinking behind the…

News May 13, 2013
Looking back and ahead: Duke Edukas

Looking back and ahead: Duke Edukas

Duke Edukas, who owns the influential Surfside Sports in Costa Mesa along with his partner Paul Burnett, gives his take on 2009 and his prediction for 2010 for our "Looking…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
686 announces new team riders

686 announces new team riders

Press Release:   February 8, 2012 – Los Angeles, CA – Please join the 686 family in welcoming some new members to the roster of the Global Pro and Global…

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