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October brought stories about several CEO exits, and more challenges at retail due to the slowdown in consumer spending and the post-COVID return to reality, in addition to popular interviews about fresh starts and new approaches to retail.


More cost-cutting, AI-powered systems and wholesale growth in the U.S. will help VF Corp. meet its medium-term targets, said CEO Bracken Darrell at the company’s Investor Day.

Authentic-owned brands including Quiksilver, DC, Billabong, RVCA, Von Zipper, Element, and Volcom showed product lines and marketing plans to nearly 250 people representing 34 different brand licensing partners from around the world.

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VF Corp. CEO Bracken Darrell sounded bullish about the prospects for a Vans turnaround, one of VF’s top priorities, on an earnings call Monday afternoon.

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Sand Surf Co. owners Rikki and Remy Radkay. Photo courtesy of Sand Surf Co.

Sisters Rikki and Remy Radkay, who got their start at Cinnamon Rainbows Surf Co., now own swim specialist Sand Surf Co. in Tampa. We explore the sisters’ fresh approach to swim retail and what brands are working for the store.


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Rusty Surfboards has also restructured its staff, moving away from top-heavy salaries and fostering relationships with trusted partners and industry…

Two of its employees have earned the 2024 Women in Manufacturing Award from the Utah Manufacturers Association (UMA).

Kaiser is the new Brand Manager for Outdoor Division and will lead the development and expansion of Kathmandu, Oboz across…

Golf and action sports industry veteran Sean Hargraves launches the brand. 

Hilco Global and TPG Angelo Gordon’s joint venture will invest in consumer IP and brands in partnership with Bluestar Alliance.

Stevens, Pat and Joey Fava, Phil Hansen and Vizz found early season snow at Big Snow American Dream.


More cost-cutting, AI-powered systems and wholesale growth in the U.S. will help VF Corp. meet its medium-term targets, said CEO…


VF Corp. CEO Bracken Darrell sounded bullish about the prospects for a Vans turnaround, one of VF’s top priorities, on…

The respected Piper Sandler “Taking Stock With Teens” survey showed lots of movement in popular footwear brands. And Zumiez made…

CEO Will Sheane and North America President and GM Chris Evans, formerly of Vissla and Patagonia, are focused on quality…

We talked to Steve Klassen about the challenges of last season, how he ordered for this season, what brands he…

The La Jolla Group has promoted well-known industry executive Carrie Piccolini to vice president of marketing for O’Neill, where she…

Larger Public Lands locations will be converted into other banners owned by Dick’s, according to several executives at brands that…

Building the Revolution sat down with Central Coast Surfboards owner Scott Smith to discuss the changing surf retail landscape and…

Rosenthal & Rosenthal’s Maria Contino, western region sales manager at the factoring and financing firm, interviewed President of Katin Mac…

Farris has led the important industry brand for three years. The news of her departure comes two weeks after parent…