Tariffs Blamed for Job Cuts at Topgolf Callaway and Astral Designs
The TravisMathew parent company reported 300 layoffs as industry analysts project more workforce reductions to come in 2026.
News November 11, 2025
Latest In: Surf
Billy Anderson Returns to Volcom as Marketing Director, Plus Photos From Surfside Snow Carnival
Anderson joined Volcom under new licensee The Levy Group to head up marketing for the brand.
News November 10, 2025
Saucony Revenue Up 27%, Merrell Up 5% as Turnaround Efforts Continue
Several brands under the Wolverine Worldwide portfolio exceeded expectations in the third quarter, while Chaco and Sweaty Betty…
News November 5, 2025
Surf Expo Celebrates Its 50th Anniversary
Surf Expo also expands shoreline outdoor category, a growing category that bridges surf, coastal, and outdoor lifestyles.
News November 4, 2025
Next Up in the Trump Tariffs Saga — the Supreme Court
Here’s what could happen and how to prepare for this pivotal hearing, according to cross-border shipping expert Rathna…
News November 3, 2025
Vans Improves, The North Face Grows in Q2
VF Corp. reports $2.8 billion in revenue with Vans showing sequential improvement and The North Face delivering 6%…
Executive Edition October 28, 2025
Deckers Q2 Earnings: Growth Despite U.S. Market Pressures
Deckers reports 9% revenue growth to $1.43 billion in Q2 as HOKA and UGG brands deliver double-digit gains…
News October 24, 2025
SIMA Retail Panel: Strong Product, Community, Partnerships Drive Results
Julie Cox from Traveler Surf Club, LG Shaw from Wave Riding Vehicles and Will Hutchinson from Proof Lab discussed…
Executive Edition October 24, 2025
The State of the Surf Industry: Vissla CEO Paul Naude on Consolidation, Surf Culture and the Path Forward
Naude criticized the impact of corporate outsiders on surf brands, emphasized that surf culture must drive industry decisions…
Executive Edition October 24, 2025
Surf & Outdoor Industry: Cautious Optimism for 2026
Industry executives express guarded optimism for the remainder of 2025 and into 2026, citing the importance of authenticity,…
News October 23, 2025
Replay: Industry Leaders Share 2026 Outlook in SESO Webinar
We had a rock star panel for our recent webinar including Pete LaBore, CEO, Christy Sports; Cassie Abel,…
News October 20, 2025
