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On Running Co-CEOs Reflect on 2024, Chart Course for 2025

The Swiss footwear brand doubled its brand awareness in the U.S. in 2024 and aims to be the…

Executive Edition January 14, 2025
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Burton CEO on Navigating Turbulence, Private Company Advantages, and More

Burton did something unheard of a few years ago: it asked retailers to place smaller orders. CEO John…

Executive Edition January 2, 2025
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Surf Industry Executives Review 2024, Share Outlook for 2025

We asked leaders at Vissla, Roark, Salty Crew, Authentic Brands Group, Outerknown, Malvados Sandals, Jetty, L Space, Free…

Executive Edition December 23, 2024
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Vuori CEO on Wholesale Strategy, 2024 Performance, and Raising Capital

We asked Kudla about Vuori’s direct retail strategy, if the brand plans to open more national wholesale partners…

Executive Edition December 19, 2024
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Earnings Roundup: Journeys, Urban Outfitters, and The Buckle

Genesco Inc. hiked its guidance for the year due to a robust sales recovery for its flagship Journeys…

Executive Edition December 13, 2024
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It’s ‘Time to Get Louder’: Trade Under Trump Presents Risks and Opportunities

Megan Costello, the vice president of trade and customs policy at Sorini, Samet & Associates, thinks that when…

Executive Edition December 12, 2024
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Tilly’s Sees Weak Start to Holiday Selling

Tilly’s CEO Hezy Shaked blamed the softening sales on poor merchandising calls. The company, which did see a…

Executive Edition December 9, 2024
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Zumiez Reports Many Bright Spots in Business

All the details about the many encouraging signs in Zumiez's Q3 earnings for an industry that could use…

Executive Edition December 6, 2024
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Trump’s Tariffs Will Fall to Consumers, Say Snowsports and Surf Brands

Snow and surf brands and retail experts share how companies are trying to navigate the potential new tariff…

Executive Edition December 1, 2024
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Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series
Strategy & Planning Series