“There’s No Way This Can Last”: Surf and Outdoor Industry on New Tariffs
From price increases to cost-cutting, leaders at Vissla, Eagle Creek, La Jolla Group, and more grapple with how…
News April 4, 2025
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Updated: Economic and Retail Experts Warn Tariffs Could Slow Sales Growth in 2025
Companies, trade groups, and economists react to the new Trump administration tariffs announced Wednesday, including how they could…
News April 3, 2025
Authentic Wants Liberated to Pay Royalties During Bankruptcy Process
Details about the court filing where Authentic asks the bankruptcy court to approve payment of millions to Authentic.
Executive Edition March 28, 2025
Everything You Need to Know About Chapter 11 Bankruptcy
SESO explains some quirks in the process as well, such as why two Liberated executives were paid hefty…
Executive Edition March 28, 2025
Former Vans President Doug Palladini Named CEO of Carter’s
Palladini will be tasked with expanding Carter's DTC and wholesale businesses, according to a news release.
News March 26, 2025
Dakine Makes Play to Grow Beyond Core with New Categories, Retail Relationships
At the same time, the brand has ramped up its commitment to surf and snow marketing and the…
Executive Edition March 25, 2025
Rip Curl Names Nike Veteran Ashley Reade CEO
Reade will report to newly appointed KMD Brands Group CEO Brent Scrimshaw, who is also a former Nike…
News March 24, 2025
New Nike CEO Shares Plans for Rebuilding Wholesale Relationships, Collaboration with Kim Kardashian’s Skims
Nike reported revenue declines in every region and channel. Converse is also struggling.
Executive Edition March 21, 2025
Latest Liberated Bankruptcy Updates After Court Hearing
Several details emerged during a court hearing Wednesday including the interest level in acquiring Liberated's international operations, and…
Executive Edition March 20, 2025
VF Corp. Proposes Terminating 70 to 80 EMEA Employees
The layoffs at The North Face and Vans parent company are part of its ongoing efforts to reduce…
News March 18, 2025
Liberated Brands Details Revenues, Royalties, and Executive Salaries in Court Documents
The company filed detailed financials, a breakdown of company ownership, and salaries for top executives in its bankruptcy…
Executive Edition March 12, 2025
