Latest Executive Edition
Half-Moon Outfitters Expands to Michigan, Florida, and Beyond Backed by New Owners
After its acquisition by Shoe Show Inc. in 2023, South Carolina-founded Half-Moon, which artfully mixes an assortment of…
Executive Edition June 16, 2025
Hurley the Big Winner at Dick’s, Free Fly and Howler Gain Real Estate
SESO visited a showcase Dick's Sporting Goods store to see how surf and outdoor brands are faring with…
Executive Edition June 11, 2025
Tilly’s CEO “Encouraged” As Sales Trends Appear to Stabilize
While the industry customer still reported a fairly significant drop in Q1 comparable sales, it was an improvement…
Executive Edition June 4, 2025
Rhythm Leader on Tariff Pricing: “The Surf Industry Cannot Absorb Higher Prices”
"Tariffs are not what led the industry into the challenging situation brands and retailers have been dealing with…
Executive Edition May 27, 2025
Vans a Hot Topic of VF Corp. Earnings Call As Turnaround Questioned
While the Vans of today remains a far cry from the Vans of a few years ago, one…
Executive Edition May 22, 2025
Surf Industry Vets Make Retail Play in Hawaii and Florida
While the current economic climate does not scream “Take a risk and open new retail stores!" retail veterans…
Executive Edition May 20, 2025
Natural Selection, X Games and Snow League Are Leading an Action Sports Event Boom – Why Now?
At a time when some of the industry’s biggest brands have struggled to thrive even before tariff turmoil,…
Executive Edition May 12, 2025
Keen COO Talks Tariff Pricing, Zero China Exposure, and More
Keen Chief Operating Officer Hari Perumal explains why – and how – the brand will keep prices steady…
Executive Edition May 12, 2025
Helly Hansen Plans Outlined by Soon-To-Be Owner Kontoor
With regulatory approvals now cleared, the acquisition of Helly Hansen is expected to close in May. Kontoor executives…
Executive Edition May 7, 2025
