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Skullcandy CEO Jeremy Andrus. Shop-eat-surf file photo.

Skullcandy CEO: We have a defendable position

Jeremy Andrus detailed why Skullcandy stands out and will survive in a crowded headphone market, key growth drivers…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Shop-eat-surf file photo

Vans a star for VF – details on Q4, 2012 and 2013 forecast

We listened to VF Corp's earnings call and have lots of details on how Vans and The North…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Zumiez in Waikiki in December. Shop-eat-surf file photo.

Zumiez's expansion plans for Europe, Canada, 2012 results

We listened to Zumiez's Q4 earnings call and have details about international expansion plans, the soft footwear category,…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Billabong Americas President Paul Naude

Updated: Naude close to landing Billabong

Paul Naude and Sycamore Partners are nearing the finish line in the Billabong acquisition race. The deal would…

News May 13, 2013
Kevin Bailey and Doug Palladini of Vans. Vans named Doug to a big new role today. Shop-eat-surf file photo.

Vans realigns Americas, adds roles

An interview with Vans President Kevin Bailey and Doug Palladini about changes announced today for Vans structure in…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Surfside's Snow Carnival

Duke's take on snow season, plus industry stats from 2007

While I was on my trip to Tampa, I missed the Surfside Sports annual Snow Carnival, a sale…

News May 13, 2013

How snow retailers and manufacturers are ordering and planning next season

In Day 2 of our snow report, retailers and manufacturers share how they are planning business for next…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
West 49 sees stability in its

West 49 sees stability in its back-to-school results

Canadian action sports retailer West 49 reported yesterday that it "held its ground" in the 2009 back-to-school selling…

News May 13, 2013
SIA President David Ingemie

Report from SIA on new venue, reaction, drop in Calif attendance

Denver and Colorado rolled out the red carpet for the SIA tradeshow yesterday. Politicians, local media and the…

News May 13, 2013
Armada President Hans Smith

Armada's action sports ethos

Armada has an action sports marketing and design vibe and targets the same young males as snowboarding. In…

News May 13, 2013
Burton SVP of Global Marketing

Burton SVP of Global Marketing leaves

Some changes at the top of Burton's marketing department.

News May 13, 2013
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series