Sweet Protection Co-Founder Atle Enberget Steps Down
Tommy Listl will now lead sales globally for the Oslo-based brand.
News August 27, 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
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
Orvis, Citing Tariffs, to Reduce Workforce
The Vermont-based fishing gear retailer also laid off 8% of its workforce last year.
News June 26, 2025
Delivery of Fall Goods Grows Murky with Tariff Standoff
Brands are pausing shipments from China hoping the tariff dispute will be resolved as they scramble to remerchandise…
Executive Edition April 18, 2025
“Who Knows What Tomorrow Will Bring?”: How Brands and Retailers Are Navigating Tariff Swings
Leaders at TravisMathew, C3 Worldwide, I-SEA, RVCA, Katin, Mervin Manufacturing, Seager and more share how they are navigating…
Executive Edition April 10, 2025
Update: Black Diamond Issues Second Recall this Month of Safety Equipment
Before the latest recall, parent company Clarus Corporation received subpoenas last month as part of an investigation by…
News February 27, 2025
Solo Brands CEO Chris Metz Steps Down After One Year
The company, home to the Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak and ISLE brands, named John Larson interim CEO…
News February 19, 2025
Surf 9 Lands In Bankruptcy Court After Recall
Body Glove licensee Surf 9 said Costco accounts for 80% of the paddleboard maker’s sales, which suffered when…
Executive Edition January 31, 2025
How Outdoor Element Doubled Sales in 2024
“Mike is a born inventor with a unique ability to develop his steady stream of ideas to market-ready…
News January 21, 2025
Burton CEO on Navigating Turbulence, Private Company Advantages, and More
Burton did something unheard of a few years ago: it asked retailers to place smaller orders. CEO John…
Executive Edition January 2, 2025
