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Quiet Storm owner Bill Dreibelbis, Hi-Tech Surf Sports owner Kim Ball, Sun Diego owner Dave Nash. Photo by SES.

Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation

Sep 22, 2023

Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin, and Surf Expo are raising money for the Maui Sports Foundation, a nonprofit run by Hi-Tech Surf Sports Owner Kim Ball.

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New Balance Pro Skater Andrew Reynolds. Photo by Oliver Barton.

New Balance Numeric’s GM Reflects on 10 Years in Skate

Sep 21, 2023

Numeric General Manager Sebastian Palmer on the skate division’s future and growing importance within the $5 billion New Balance enterprise.

Rip Curl had record sales during parent KMD Brands' fiscal year 2023.

Rip Curl at Maui Nix in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. Photo by SES.

Rip Curl Restructure Complete as Parent KMD Looks to Long-Term Growth Plan

Sep 20, 2023

KMD CEO Michael Daly talked full-year results – including North America revenue numbers – office restructures, and the general slowdown seen from wholesale partners and consumers.

Jeff Brusven is leaving Boardriders for the Levy Group

Sasha Hartloff and Jeff Brusven. Photo by SES.

Boardriders Latest People Moves: Hiring Wave at Levy Group and More

Sep 19, 2023

Roxy and Dakine outerwear licensee the Levy Group, along with Vuori are the latest companies to nab former Boardriders employees.

Globe International offers insights on Salty Crew, Impala, FXD, It's Now Cool, and more in annual report

Photos courtesy Globe International Ltd.

Salty Crew, FXD Workwear Seen as Future Growth Drivers for Globe International

Photos courtesy Globe International Ltd.

Sep 18, 2023

Apparel, more than hardgoods, is expected to drive the business for Globe, per the company’s annual report. Plus, more insights on how Salty Crew and other portfolio brands fared during the fiscal year.

Photo by Wes Walker.

What’s New: Seager Teams with Coors Banquet for 150th Anniversary Collab

Photo by Wes Walker.

Sep 18, 2023

The Western-inspired surfwear brand’s collection with Coors Banquet includes U.S.-made cowboy hats, apparel, and accessories.

The Zumiez store at the Glendale Galleria. Photo by SES.

Zumiez Men’s a Bright Spot Amid North America Slump

The Zumiez store at the Glendale Galleria. Photo by SES.

Sep 14, 2023

The pullback in consumer spending and heavy industrywide promotions impacted the retailer’s overall results, with men’s the top performer.

Birkenstock, which has collaborated with brands such as Stussy and Dior, has filed for an initial public offering

From Stussy and Birkenstock's 2021 collaboration. Photo courtesy of Stussy/Birkenstock.

Birkenstock IPO Filing Hints at Active, Outdoor Ambitions

From Stussy and Birkenstock's 2021 collaboration. Photo courtesy of Stussy/Birkenstock.

Sep 14, 2023

The German sandal maker’s registration statement offered a glimpse at categories it thinks will help drive future growth.

What can we expect for holiday shopping?

Sep 14, 2023

The holiday shopping season, including those retailers in the sporting goods sector, will be shaped by the performance of individual | Read more…

Noto Group’s Purpose-Driven Approach Nets Results for Brands and Executives

Sep 11, 2023

A Certified B Corp and executive search firm, Noto Group’s focus is on doing better for clients and the world.

Migration to the Cloud Ensures Data Security

Sep 5, 2023

The cloud is an extremely valuable tool in the middle market—including for businesses in the retail sector—and almost all companies | Read more…

Empowering Mid-Senior Managers: Career Transition Expertise from a Former Industry Executive

Aug 7, 2023

Steve Tully encourages clients to “Play Offense” when it comes to managing their careers.

Surf Expo wrapped up its summer show at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando. Courtesy of Surf Expo

Surf Expo Shows Demand For Watersports, Beach Lifestyle Products

Sep 22, 2023

Surf Expo September showcased strong demand for watersports and beach lifestyle products heading into 2024.

Alpha Industries Appoints Samantha Goretski as Director of Marketing

Sep 22, 2023

Goretski is an industry veteran with past roles at Nike, New Balance and Vans.

Vans Skateboarding partnered with Dime to reanimate an archival favorite - the Rowley XLT - as part of the brands’ inaugural Reanimation Series that brings Vans Classics styles to life. Courtesy of Vans Skateboarding

Vans Skateboarding and Dime Team Up to Reintroduce the Rowley XLT

Sep 21, 2023

The silhouette will be available as part of a Vans x Dime Pop-Up event in Paris from Sept. 29 until | Read more…

Revolve Fund Raises $1.9 Million For Businesses Led by People of Color

Sep 21, 2023

To date, the fund has deployed more than $560,000 nationally.

Tilly's at the Glendale Galleria in Glendale, California. Photo by SES.

Tilly’s Back-to-School Peaks Shorten on Consumer Shift to Later, Needs-Based Buys

Aug 31, 2023

With back-to-school largely behind most of the retailer’s fleet of stores, Tilly’s execs covered what categories did well during the | Read more…

File photo courtesy of Journeys.

Journeys Q2 Sales Fall as Turnaround Work Continues

Aug 31, 2023

The footwear retailer saw some signs of improvement in August back-to-school sales but ended the second quarter down nearly 11% | Read more…

Clockwise from top left: DC Global GM Cory Long; RVCA Global GM David Brooks; Element Global GM Guillaume Piveteau. Executive file photos courtesy of Boardriders.

Inside the Industry: Boardriders Sale Update, Plus RVCA, DC, Element Global GMs

Aug 29, 2023

We have the latest on the upcoming Boardriders sale to Authentic Brands Group, plus profiles of three global general managers | Read more…

First Row (left to right): From Santa Monica Place looking out to the 3rd Street Promenade, Herschel Supply Co. in Santa Monica, and the Vans Broadway store in downtown Los Angeles. Second Row (left to right): Americana at Brand in Glendale, Tilly’s at the Glendale Galleria, and a view of the Target wing at the Glendale Galleria. Photos by SES.

Retail Check-In: How Back-to-School is Shaping Up

Aug 28, 2023

Shop Eat Surf visited Vans, Herschel, Tilly’s, Urban Outfitters, and other industry partners and competitors to get a read on | Read more…

Photo courtesy of Nordstrom

Nordstrom Sales Fall Across Both Banners

Aug 25, 2023

The retailer grew profitability but is seeing softer traffic and historic highs on shrinkage.

SES file photo

Urban Outfitters: Apparel Turns Corner, More Work Ahead to Improve Business

Aug 23, 2023

The Urban Outfitters banner recorded a 14.1% decline in same-store net retail sales, despite improvements in its men’s and women’s | Read more…

Photo courtesy of Macy's Inc.

Macy’s Sees More Credit Card Delinquencies, Pressure on Active and Casual

Aug 23, 2023

The retailer’s second quarter results indicate worsening conditions for consumer discretionary spending.

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Top Row (left to right): Rhythm men's and women's boardshorts; Former hoodie; Hurley Moore Aloha collaboration; Rusty's RED collection. Bottom Row (left to right): Roark Bless Up dress; Lotus & Luna Master Healer jewelry; Rip Curl Flashbomb Fusion wetsuit. Photos by SES.

Surf Expo Offers Launch Pad for Summer 2024 and Beyond

Sep 12, 2023

SES rounded up some of the newest items launched at Surf Expo by Roark, Former, Rip Curl, Rhythm, Critical Slide | Read more…

Top Row (left to right): Looking out at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, Florida; Roark sponsored the men’s attire for show staff; Hurley product; the Former booth. Bottom Row (left to right): Rip Curl’s Brooke Farris and Nichol Wylie; Critical Slide Society’s Matt Christie, Sam Coombes, and Brooks Riley; Rhythm’s Jake Smith, Christine Warren, and Sean Fleuriau. Photos by SES.

Surf Expo September Show a Sign of Shifting Industry Landscape

Sep 11, 2023

Brands and buyers converged for the Orlando confab as they sought to write orders and make initial sense of the | Read more…

Matt Keenan of BN3TH during a showing - Photo by SES

Updated: Photos from Surf Expo September 2023 Edition

Sep 8, 2023

Change was definitely in the air at Surf Expo Thursday, where nearly all the key industry players were on the | Read more…

Courtesy of World Surf League and Rip Curl.

Rip Curl WSL Finals: Larger Crowds Expected on Beach, Online in Year 3

Sep 8, 2023

Rip Curl’s pumping big marketing dollars around this year’s competition, which marks its third year as a name sponsor.

Ross Garrett - File photo courtesy of Surfline

Surfline Names Ross Garrett CEO

Sep 7, 2023

Ross Garrettt is returning to the company where he worked in various positions for nine years. He replaces Kyle Laughlin, | Read more…

Paul Naude and Bob Hurley - Photo by CR STECYK III

Paul Naude and Bob Hurley on Their New Alliance

Sep 6, 2023

Vissla CEO Paul Naude and Hurley Founder Bob Hurley, who is no longer involved in this namesake brand but is | Read more…

Evan Slater is moving to Sun Bum - Photo courtesy of Evan Slater.

Evan Slater Moves to Sun Bum; David Brooks to Authentic; More Boardriders Hiring News

Sep 5, 2023

Former Billabong VP of Global Marketing Evan Slater has landed an elevated role at sunscreen company Sun Bum. He starts | Read more…

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Quiet Storm, Sun Diego, Katin and Surf Expo Raise Money for Maui Sports Foundation

New Balance Numeric’s GM Reflects on 10 Years in Skate

Rip Curl Restructure Complete as Parent KMD Looks to Long-Term Growth Plan

Boardriders Latest People Moves: Hiring Wave at Levy Group and More

Salty Crew, FXD Workwear Seen as Future Growth Drivers for Globe International

What’s New: Seager Teams with Coors Banquet for 150th Anniversary Collab

Zumiez Men’s a Bright Spot Amid North America Slump

Birkenstock IPO Filing Hints at Active, Outdoor Ambitions

What can we expect for holiday shopping?

Noto Group’s Purpose-Driven Approach Nets Results for Brands and Executives

Migration to the Cloud Ensures Data Security

Empowering Mid-Senior Managers: Career Transition Expertise from a Former Industry Executive

Surf Expo Shows Demand For Watersports, Beach Lifestyle Products

Alpha Industries Appoints Samantha Goretski as Director of Marketing

Vans Skateboarding and Dime Team Up to Reintroduce the Rowley XLT

Revolve Fund Raises $1.9 Million For Businesses Led by People of Color

Tilly’s Back-to-School Peaks Shorten on Consumer Shift to Later, Needs-Based Buys

Journeys Q2 Sales Fall as Turnaround Work Continues

Inside the Industry: Boardriders Sale Update, Plus RVCA, DC, Element Global GMs

Retail Check-In: How Back-to-School is Shaping Up

Nordstrom Sales Fall Across Both Banners

Urban Outfitters: Apparel Turns Corner, More Work Ahead to Improve Business

Macy’s Sees More Credit Card Delinquencies, Pressure on Active and Casual

Surf Expo Offers Launch Pad for Summer 2024 and Beyond

Surf Expo September Show a Sign of Shifting Industry Landscape

Updated: Photos from Surf Expo September 2023 Edition

Rip Curl WSL Finals: Larger Crowds Expected on Beach, Online in Year 3

Surfline Names Ross Garrett CEO

Paul Naude and Bob Hurley on Their New Alliance

Evan Slater Moves to Sun Bum; David Brooks to Authentic; More Boardriders Hiring News

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