Change continues to be a constant theme in the industry as we head toward the end of the year.
October brought several stories about CEO exits (Rip Curl, Salt Life, Elevate Collective), more challenges at retail due to the slowdown in consumer spending and the post-COVID return to reality, and more brands, namely Salt Life, moving to a licensing model.
We also had some popular stories about fresh starts and new beginnings (Sector 9, Finisterre) – and new approaches to retail with our profile of Rooster Bus, which is owned by a former Buckle veteran who is finding success with his male dedicated stores that mixes industry brands with other men’s fashion.
Here are the 10 most viewed stories in October:
- Rip Curl CEO Brook Farris Resigns
- Salt Life President Jeff Stillwell Details Salt Life’s Sad Saga – “We Were Collateral Damage”
- Elevate Outdoor Collective Announces CEO Switch – John Colonna to Depart, Josee Larocque Named CEO
- Retailers on Business Trends, What Brands Are Working, and the Outlook for Holiday
- Wave Rave Owner on State of Snow Retail in Post-COVID Times
- Authentic EVP David Brooks Shares Details About Market Week for New Boardriders Licensees
- Adidas and New Balance Gain with Teens; Vans Continues to Slip
- Rooster Bus Owner on the Lost Art of Retail, Big Expansion Plans
- Sector 9 Founders Buy Back Brand, Plan Fresh Approach
- UK Surf Brand Finisterre’s North American Expansion
