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
Latest In: Hardgoods
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
World Industries Acquired by Flojos Parent and Former CEO John Dickinson
Dickinson, who owns Flojos and other footwear brands, served as the CEO of skate-focused World Industries from 2004…
News September 17, 2024
Rip Curl Exec Diem Culley Named COO of Outerknown, Firewire, and Slater Designs
In his new expanded role as CEO of Outerknown, Firewire Surfboards and Slater Designs, Dylan Slater just made…
News June 20, 2024Public Snowboards CEO on Scale While Maintaining Community
Pro snowboarder Joe Sexton talks about Public Snowboards’ start and the more recent work to bolster the business…
News March 26, 2024
Vista Outdoor Receives $2.9B Offer
Vista Outdoor told Texas investment firm MNC Capital Partners that the board expects to respond to its $2.9…
News March 1, 2024
The Danger in Chasing the Outdoor Lifestyle Surge: Opinion
Outdoor retailers and brands are going to have to make some big calls about direction in 2024. As a…
News February 14, 2024
Yeti Acquires Backpack Brand Mystery Ranch
Outdoor products company Yeti announced Wednesday that it has acquired growing pack brand Mystery Ranch. Terms of the…
News January 31, 2024
How Michigan Retailer Bill and Paul’s Captures the Outdoor Lifestyle Shopper
There’s apparel specifically designed for outdoor activities that will hold up to the weather, elements, and rigorous paces…
News January 16, 2024
Opinion: Lies, Damned Lies and MAP Policies
It’s that time of year. The wonderful holiday and post-holiday period when independent retailers get angry at some…
News January 9, 2024
Solo Brands Names New CEO After Snoop Marketing Miss
Solo Brands, maker of Solo Stove, Chubbies, Oru Kayak, Isle and other brands, has announced it is changing…
News January 8, 2024
