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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
Hansen Surfboards holiday

Surf Specialty Retailers Share Black Friday Results, Category Trends

Proof Lab, Surfside Sports, Hansen's, Coastal Edge, Island Water Sports, Hi-Tech and Glik's report on Black Friday weekend…

Executive Edition December 2, 2025
Db

Db Expands Global Sales Team with New Hires

Scandinavian luggage and bag brand Db announces key leadership appointments to its global sales organization, with the goal…

News December 1, 2025
Jenna Johnson Patagonia headquarters

Leading Patagonia: President Jenna Johnson on Product, Efficiency and Sustainability

Patagonia President Jenna Johnson reflects on her rise through the product ranks, Patagonia's evolution since she was appointed…

News December 1, 2025
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Dick’s Lifts Guidance as Foot Locker Turnaround Begins

Senior executives shared their plans to overhaul Foot Locker, which will include closing underperforming stores and clearing out…

News November 25, 2025
Marquee Brands CEO Heath Golden comments on Stance acquistion.

Marquee Brands CEO on Stance Category Expansion Plans

Heath Golden, CEO of new Stance owner Marquee Brands, says Stance may expand into footwear, grooming and other…

News November 25, 2025
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Stance Acquired by Marquee Brands, Moving to Licensing Model

Sock brand Stance's sale means another important surf and action sports name will be licensed, joining Volcom, RVCA,…

News November 19, 2025
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Rip Curl Revenue Grows in Q1

"Group sales results for the first quarter are encouraging and have demonstrated some early-stage momentum," said KMD CEO…

News November 19, 2025
Topgolf

Topgolf Callaway Sells Topgolf Majority Stake for $770 Million

Topgolf Callaway Brands will change its name and focus on golf equipment after selling a 60% stake in…

News November 18, 2025
Paul Harvey joins Jetty.

Jetty Appoints Paul Harvey as Senior Director of Wholesale Sales

With Harvey's appointment, Jetty's Chief Commercial Officer and co-founder Cory Higgins will shift his focus to wholesale strategy,…

News November 17, 2025
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Slowtide Owners Share Lessons Learned on Brand’s 10th Anniversary

Slowtide's founders share how they have overcome inventory challenges, scaled globally, and balanced direct-to-consumer success with wholesale partnerships…

News November 14, 2025
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