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The view on media changes from inside Surfing and Surfer magazines

Today, we wrap up our series on how marketing spending is changing the world of industry media with…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Dave Boehne

Retail check: a survey of four independent retailers around the country

Given that spring is here, I thought it would be a good time to check in with some…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Tommy Knapp

Looking back at 9/11 for some guidance to perform in 2009

I have been speaking with friends in the industry during the last quarter to try and make heads…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Frank Scura at the Sept. 2008 ASR show. Shop-eat-surf file photo

Green Room idea for stores gains steam as ASEC rolls out new features

Many of you have heard Frank Scura, executive director of the Action Sports Environmental Coalition, speak at industry…

News May 13, 2013
Zumiez Q1 09 results: down

Zumiez Q1 09 results: down double-digits, but better than expected

Zumiez reported a $1.7 milion net loss for its Q1 09 today, or 6 cents per dilulted share,…

News May 13, 2013
Raj Co-Presidents Lisa Vogel and Alex Bhathal

Talking growth with Raj Manufacturing, makers of Hurley and Reef swimwear

I thought it was high time to meet the faces behind Raj Manufacturing, which recently added Reef to…

News May 13, 2013
Quiksilver Product Marketing Manager Keith Eshelman and Tony Hawk

Quiksilver makes skate denim push

Quiksilver has been stirring up a buzz about its new line of denim inspired by skateboarders. This month…

News May 13, 2013
Katin CEO Robert Schmidt and his wife

Core careers: Robert Schmidt, CEO, Katin

Today, we hear from Robert Schmidt, the CEO of Katin. Katin has been around since 1959 and has…

Executive Edition May 13, 2013
Billabong CEO Derek O'Neill at Liquid Nation last year.

Highlights from Billabong's earnings conference call

In conjunction with its full year earnings release, Billabong executives held a conference call with Australian stock analysts…

News May 13, 2013
Andy Tompkins

Andy Tompkins on the recent show, the skate situation and more

I caught up with Andy Tompkins, VP of Nielsen Sports Group, to get his assessment of the recent…

News May 13, 2013

Rebel surf tour pronounced dead

From THE AUSTRALIAN THE rebel pro surfing tour was officially declared dead yesterday, but its legacy will be…

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