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Surf Expo September Delivers Strong Momentum

The show delivered strong attendance, expanding categories, and industry optimism, Surf Expo said in a press release.

News September 12, 2025
Cory Higgins of Jetty; Dale Rhodes and Mac Beu of Katin; Matt Keenan of BN3TH; Rusty Meador and Tyler Nelson of Beach & Barn. Photos by SESO.

Surf Brand Execs Weigh In On Market Conditions, Tariffs, and More

With so much uncertainty in the market right now, we asked several brand executives about sales trends at…

Executive Edition September 11, 2025
Jørgen Jørgensen - Norrøna

How Norrøna’s Fourth-Generation Owner Is Making His Mark

Jørgen Jørgensen is expanding the family-owned Norwegian brand that retailers rave about globally with year-round gear beyond skiing…

Executive Edition September 11, 2025
Gary Lenett DUER

DUER Co-founder on Expanding the Canadian Brand’s U.S. and European Retail Footprint

DUER is seizing opportunity in uncertainty, opening new stores in the U.S. while launching European operations through a…

News September 9, 2025
Surf Expo Collage

Updated: More Photos and Quotes from Surf Expo

We added many more photos and quotes from the show floor to our Surf Expo report.

News September 9, 2025
Foot Locker

Dick’s Sporting Goods Closes Foot Locker Deal, Introduces North American Team

Longtime Nike exec Ann Freeman will work with Dick's Executive Chairman Ed Stack to lead Foot Locker North…

News September 8, 2025
Brent Scrimshaw Ashley Reade Rip Curl KMD

KMD Brands Unveils Restructuring Strategy for Growth at Investor Day

The parent company of Rip Curl, Oboz, and Kathmandu shared a comprehensive turnaround plan including leadership changes, store…

Executive Edition September 8, 2025
Ron Jon Surf Shop

Ron Jon Surf Shop Founder Ron DiMenna Dies at Age 88

DiMenna founded Ron Jon in 1959 on the New Jersey Shore and expanded its retail fleet along the…

News September 8, 2025
Zumiez Irvine Spectrum

Zumiez Beats Q2 Expectations on Strong North American Sales

CEO Rick Brooks shared more about the company's back-to-school results, plans to reduce the impact of tariffs, and…

Executive Edition September 5, 2025
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