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Authentic strikes new, expanded partnership with Liberated Brands

Liberated To Operate Boardriders Brands in Australia, New Zealand, and Parts of Asia

The deal expands Authentic's strategic partnership with Liberated Brands to take on Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, DC Shoes,…

News December 19, 2023
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Katie Singer Named Chief Merchandising Officer of Z Supply; Cathey Curtis Named Chief Marketing Officer

Former Billabong Women’s Global GM Katie Singer is exiting Liberated Brands to move to Z Supply. She will…

News November 14, 2023
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Mark Weber to Step Down from Liberated Brands

The former global general manager of Billabong Men's, now head of all men's product for Billabong, RVCA, Volcom…

News October 16, 2023
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Boardriders Layoffs Expected to Conclude by End of Month

Details about the layoff numbers for Boardriders that span the Huntington Beach headquarters, RVCA’s Costa Mesa office, Universal…

News October 11, 2023

Liberated Brands Confirmed as Licensee for Several Boardriders Brands

The long-term licensing agreement includes retail and e-commerce for Quiksilver, Billabong, Roxy, RVCA, Honolua and Boardriders.

News September 27, 2023
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Evan Slater Moves to Sun Bum; David Brooks to Authentic; More Boardriders Hiring News

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

News September 5, 2023
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Nearly All Major Surf Brands Attending Surf Expo – Liberated Plants Flag

Nearly every surf brand is turning out for Surf Expo, and it appears that Liberated Brands is making…

News August 21, 2023

Maui Fires Update: Donation, Aid Efforts Underway for Residents, Emergency Personnel

Hi-Tech in Kahului is serving as a donation drop-off, Hurley is holding a donation drive Aug. 14, and…

News August 11, 2023

Industry Moves to Support Maui Workers, Assess Damages from Fires

Many brands and retailers reached Wednesday were shocked by the fire’s destruction as those on the mainland figured…

News August 10, 2023
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