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Tom Ruiz Named GM of Seager

One of the most experienced salesmen in the industry comes out of retirement to help take buzzy Western/surf…

News May 13, 2024
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Tom Ruiz to Retire; Jason Shelton Named Salty Crew North America GM

Legendary industry sales leader Tom Ruiz, who was instrumental in the growth of brands such as Volcom and…

News April 20, 2023
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Tom Ruiz to Salty Crew

Former Volcom and Depactus executive Tom Ruiz is joining Salty Crew as a Partner and Sales Director.

News November 17, 2015
Mark Healey has signed with Depactus and is one of the brand's Men of Extraordinary Pursuits - Photo courtesy of Depactus

Electric co-founder launches new surf adventure brand Depactus

Co-founders Bruce Beach and Luke Egan are set to launch Depactus at the Agenda Trade Show in Long…

News July 6, 2014
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Tom Ruiz exits Volcom

The executive changes in the industry continue.

News October 16, 2013
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Manufacturers discuss economy, product segmentation and inventories at BRA Summit

Surf manufacturers took part in an interesting panel Thursday at the Board Retailers Association Summit. The panel included…

News May 13, 2013
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Michelle LeBlanc moves to Volcom

Longtime Quiksilver employee Michelle LeBlanc has moved to Volcom to become the juniors national sales manager for the…

News May 13, 2013
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