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Talking with Global Surf Industries' Mark Kelly about business in 2009 and more

I often see Global Surf Industries Managing Director Mark Kelly at industry conferences and events, but have never…

News August 21, 2015
Tavik growth surges in past

Tavik growth surges in past six months

When I talked to Bobby Abdel about what's selling at Jack's, he mentioned some newer brands Jack's is…

News May 13, 2013
Steve Kurtzman

A talk with Ezekiel team about its strategy

I stopped by to meet the Ezekiel team recently, to find out more about what is happening with…

News May 13, 2013
Dean Bradley

Atwater focuses on strengths as it navigates economic storm

I caught up with Dean Bradley of Atwater this week on the heels of the brand's nomination for…

News May 13, 2013

Five questions for Active’s Shane Wallace

Active Ride Shop started as a small skateboard store in Chino and has evolved into an action sports…

News May 13, 2013
Josh Sweeney

HippyTree runs with nature theme

When I talk to surf shops in LA County, the brand HippyTree keeps coming up as one to…

News May 13, 2013
Bob Tanner

Ocean Minded adds shoes, pushes inland

I stopped by Ocean Minded recently to see what they have planned for 2009 and find out how…

News May 13, 2013
The Ipath Grasshopper

Ipath plots a comeback

I met with Ipath executives to catch up with the skate shoe brand and hear how the company…

News May 13, 2013

Ando and Friends backed by industry vets

I stopped by the Ando & Friends booth at ASR to find out more about the two-year old…

News May 13, 2013
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