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Vuori Makes Major Push into Tennis

The activewear brand has signed next-generation tennis star Jack Draper, currently ranked No. 5 in the world and…

News August 20, 2025
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Authentic Brands Group to Buy Majority Ownership of Guess IP 

Guess will go private in a deal valuing brand at $1.4 billion, and will be added to Authentic's…

News August 20, 2025
The RVCA team in the brand's new offices in Irvine, Calif. Photo by SESO.

New RVCA Leaders on Brand Plans

SESO visited the new RVCA offices in Irvine, Calif., to talk to RVCA President Mark Tinkess and Ethos…

Executive Edition August 20, 2025
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Arc’teryx Parent Amer Sports Raises Full-Year Guidance Despite Tariff Headwinds

Several brands in the portfolio reported strong growth despite the uncertainty clouding the macroeconomic outlook. Executives also commented…

Executive Edition August 19, 2025
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Gildan Buys Hanes for $2.2 Billion to Create Global Basic Apparel Powerhouse

The acquisition will give HanesBrands shareholders approximately 19.9% of Gildan shares.

News August 14, 2025
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Columbia CEO Comments on Challenges and Downsizing in U.S., International Growth, and Tariff Turmoil

“Unfortunately, clarity with respect to U.S. trade policy has not materialized,” CEO Tim Boyle said. “This uncertainty overhangs…

Executive Edition August 1, 2025
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Outerknown and Firewire CEO Dylan Slater on New Headquarters, Wholesale Growth, and Current Consumer Sentiment

In an interview with SESO, Slater discusses the strategic decision to consolidate Outerknown, Firewire, and Slater Designs operations…

Executive Edition July 29, 2025
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Rab Celebrates Grand Opening of Larger Denver Flagship

"Relocating took roughly two years, but the wait was worth it," says Store Manager Dan Gambino.

News July 23, 2025
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Highlights from Outdoor Market Alliance July

From a contingent of ambitious European footwear brands, to products that focus on versatility, and some exciting and…

News July 23, 2025
Malbon Golf

Malbon CEO, Co-Owner Talk Rapid Growth, International Expansion, and Staying Cool While Scaling

The eight-year-old golf brand is nearing $100 million in revenue, and is "for the guy who doesn’t want…

Executive Edition July 22, 2025
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Outdoor Small Businesses Heavily Reliant on China, Says Benchmarking Study

From financing to marketing to the supply chain, Founded Outdoors and REI Co-op Path Ahead Ventures surveyed more…

News July 7, 2025
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