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Zumiez Glendale Galleria store

Zumiez Holiday Sales: North America Increases 6.5%

Strong holiday results at Zumiez in North America were offset by a year-over-year decline in Europe.

News January 13, 2026
Ed Stack Dick's Sporting Goods

Dick’s Sporting Goods Chairman Ed Stack on House of Sport, Corporate Culture and Fixing Foot Locker

At NRF 2026, Stack shared the origin story of the House of Sport, what employees at Dick’s all have in common, and how the company will continue…

News January 12, 2026
Mary Beth Laughton REI NRF 2026

REI CEO Mary Beth Laughton on How the Co-op is Changing, Ecommerce and AI

Laughton elaborated on the Peak 28 three-year strategy, building a sustainable future while preserving values, and bringing a…

News January 12, 2026
Gabe Maier Grassroots Outdoor Alliance

GOA’s Gabe Maier on Specialty Retail Challenges and Opportunities in 2026

Grassroots Outdoor Alliance's president shares 2025 data collected from specialty retailers, and comments on margin compression, used gear…

News January 5, 2026
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Pacsun Plans to Open up to 35 New U.S. Stores by 2029

Pacsun has opened nine new stores in 2025, and already has signed nine leases for 2026.

News December 19, 2025
The Volcom store on The North Shore

Boardriders and Volcom Return to Hawaii Retail Market with New Strategic Partnerships

The strategy shifts away from the previous singular operating model under Liberated Brands and instead utilizes distinct partners…

News December 18, 2025
L.L.Bean

L.L.Bean Shares Retail Expansion Plans for 2026 and 2027

Physical retail is "an essential part of our growth strategy," said L.L.Bean Chief Retail Officer Greg Elder.

News December 11, 2025
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Vans Opens Paris Flagship in Le Marais to Help Build Brand Heat

It is the only store in France that will carry the higher-end OTW by Vans product line and…

News December 10, 2025
Outdoor Retailer 2025

Outdoor Retailer to Debut Retailer Conference at 2026 Show

A new half-day conference at Outdoor Retailer, featuring hands-on workshops on AI, e-commerce and operational best practices, is…

News December 9, 2025
Zumiez Skate

Big News: Zumiez Says Skateboard Hardgoods Rebounding Globally

Plus, the company reported stellar third quarter financial results, including a double digit increase in North America comp…

Executive Edition December 5, 2025
Tilly's store

Tilly’s Achieves First Positive Comp Sales Since 2021; Plans to Ramp up Private Label Penetration

New strategies in marketing, merchandise and tech are driving the improvement. Learn more about the retailer's turnaround.

Executive Edition December 4, 2025
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