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“Surf Expo Set for Biggest Show Since 2020” by via Surf Expo News by Tiffany Montgomery on SurfExpo.com

by admin | Nov 19, 2024 | Community, Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Private Label, Resources, Retail Partners, Retail Strategy, Skateboard, Small Business, SUP, Surf, Trade Shows

Surf Expo Show Director Roy Turner and Bob Hurley of FLORENCE, which is exhibiting at Surf Expo January. File photo by SES. Surf Expo January is just around the corner and the brand lineup is already impressive. Some notable names that are either returning to the show...

“B.R.A. MEMBER FLEECE SPECIAL from GLOBAL WAVE VENTURES” by Dave Seehafer via GWV Blog

by admin | Sep 20, 2024 | Apparel /Fashion, News, Private Label, Resources, Shipping, SUP, Surf

FLEECE SPECIAL  FOR B.R.A. MEMBERS now thru end of September 2024 50% FREIGHT DISCOUNT ON ALL FLEECE ORDERS FLEECE PRODUCT INFO IS ATTACHED!   FLEECE SPECIAL  FOR B.R.A. MEMBERS now thru end of September 2024 CALL DAVE SEEHAFER, 949-466-4110 for more...

“SVP Spotlight – How can Earthpack help you to take action to reduce your carbon footprint beyond Earth Day with shop-branded recycled and reusable shopping bags and other sustainable packaging needs?” + request your free sample kit by Doug Works via BRA

by admin | Jun 11, 2024 | Associate Members, Brick & Mortar, Private Label, Resources, Retail Strategy, Sustainability

Most of you embrace and celebrate Earth Day, but what do you do to reduce your carbon footprint beyond Earth Day? Who can help you with shop-branded recycled and reusable shopping bags and other sustainable packaging needs? Founded by Dave Bock in 1989 in Irvine,...

“Outdoor Retailer Launches Expansive Hosted Buyer Program (apply here now)” by Bart Schaneman via The Daily

by admin | May 28, 2024 | Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Outdoor, Private Label, Resources, Retail Strategy, SUP, Trade Shows, Women's Market

At the OR Winter show last November, Sarah Morton (right), OR senior attendee relations manager, gives a group of buyers a tour of the show floor. Photo by Keith Fearnow. Apply for the All-New Hosted Buyer Program Attention: Outdoor Retailer and Outdoor Design +...

“Retailers Are Putting the “Special” Back in Specialty Retail Via Private Label” by Kari Hamanaka via Shop Eat Surf (Executive Edition)

by admin | May 26, 2024 | Apparel /Fashion, Brick & Mortar, Industry, News, Private Label, Resources, Surf

All product photos courtesy of Val Surf, Spyder, Jack’s and Quiet Storm. Huntington Beach Pier background: SES file photo. We talk to the owners of Val Surf, Jack’s, Quiet Storm and Spyder about their extensive private label strategies, which helps them control...

“Surf Expo to Host Exciting Lineup of Events, Networking, Seminars and Features at January 2024 Show” by Surf Expo staff via Surf Expo blog

by admin | Dec 28, 2023 | Apparel /Fashion, Awards, BRA Community Partners, Community, Educational Opportunity, Industry, News, Private Label, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Skateboard, SUP, Surf, Trade Shows, Wakeboard, Women's Market

Highlights include the 2024 Florida Shape Off, East Coast Surfing Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony, Learning Labs on important business topics, and an Industry Party. Surf Expo, the premier watersports and coastal lifestyle trade show, is offering a full roster of...