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Burton's offices in Irvine

Executive changes at Burton and Quiksilver

Two separate executive changes have been announced at two important industry companies. Burton said today it hired a…

News May 13, 2013
Macy's first quarter results

Macy's first quarter results better than expected

Macy's, the largest department store customer for the action sports industry, reported this morning that its first quarter…

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Nike CEO Mark Parker. Shop-eat-surf file photo

Layoffs reach Hurley as Nike cuts jobs globally

Some jobs at Hurley International have been eliminated as part of Nike's global restructuring, Nike spokeswoman Kellie Leonard…

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Frank Messman

Black Box names Frank Messman CEO and partner

Here's some news from Black Box Distribution, home to Fallen Footwear and Zero skateboards, among other brands. Frank…

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Donald Dac Clark of C&C Partners

Dac Clark on what C&C looks for in young brands

I know some small and medium-sized brands are struggling in the recession and are looking for help. Some…

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Wet Seal hires former Roxy, PacSun executive

Press Release: The Wet Seal, Inc. Announces Appointments of Kim Bajrech and Debbie Shinn as Wet Seal Divisional…

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Urban Outfitters CEO on state of the consumer, fashion, European expansion and acquisitions

Urban Outfitters CEO Glen Senk provided interesting insight into the company's business and the state of the consumer…

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Nike CEO Mark Parker. Shop-eat-surf file photo.

Top line results from Nike's Q1 earnings

Nike Inc. reported earnings for the quarter ended Aug. 31 today. Here are the major highlights. To read…

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Oakley bucks recession

Oakley bucks recession

Sunglasses are a tough category for many companies in the recession, but apparently not for Oakley. Parent company…

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Dick's better than expected in

Dick's better than expected in Q3, cautious about Q4

Industry customer Dick’s Sports Goods third quarter results turned out better than expected thanks to colder weather but…

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Adio finds new home with NY

Adio finds new home with NY licensing co.

An experienced footwear team with links to both action sports and the retail giant Foot Locker has secured…

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