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Dan Jablons heads up Retail Smart Guys, a premier consulting company for independent retail. Dan studied at the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production. Throughout his career, he's worked with big-name retailers like Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, Jimmy Choo, and many others.Dan also worked for a clothing manufacturer where he piloted vendor-managed inventory programs, a leading point-of-sale provider (where he installed systems and provided merchandising help to retailers large and small) and internet marketing (where he helped retailers establish a presence on the web.)In addition to his vast retail background, Dan also has a background in improvisational theater. He recently appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm (he played Larry David's lawyer) and is often seen in national commercials. Dan combines his extensive knowledge of retail with his comedy skills to become one of the industry's most popular speakers. He has spoken at Magic, Surf Expo, at local municipal and trade show events, and many other venues.In this conversation, Dan provides insights into the concept of open to buy (OTB) and how his company helps stores become more profitable. He shares the strategies he uses to get inventory moving and how to tell a story with your merchandise. Dan also shares his two cents on what's going on with tariffs, why email marketing is so important, and what it's like to work with the Retail Smart Guys.MC Design Academy is designed to be a space where I get to share my expertise with you, where you'll get to learn all about visual merchandising, design, display, retail, and everything in between. Come along as I practice my craft and be sure to like, subscribe, and follow our socials to keep updated. See you in the merchandising land of MC Design Academy!What's Inside: How Retail Smart Guys helps stores become more profitableDan's thoughts on how tariffs will impact retailersWhy you need an email marketing strategy Mentioned In This Episode:Retail Smart Guys on InstagramRetail Smart Guys on FacebookDan Jablons on LinkedIn
We sat down with some amazing people doing various kinds of business that contribute to Surf Industry and Culture.Cory Higgins co-founder of Jetty Life, Jerry Lehman of US Pro Surf Tour, and Roy Turner of Surf Expo. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
Conversations with Surf Industry Icons, and Entrepreneurs at SURF EXPO. We catch up withBruce Cromartie of BC Surf and Sport, Mark Neustadter industry veteran and East Coast Hall of Fame inductee, Evan Geiselman of Free Fly, and Lynn Shell of Outer Banks Boarding Co.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
In today's show Scott reveals Bob McTavish (!) as the Icons of Foam honoree for 2024 and delivers reporting back from Surf Expo, while David draws attention to Operation Moby Dick in Rhode Island, then they wonder where Kelly went, question why Gabe's being so maligned by Stab, and question what insiders know about 2024's CT Rookie Of The Year. Enjoy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
Conversations with Surf Industry Icons, Entrepreneurs, at Surf Expo. We catch up with Dane Reynolds of FORMER,Evan Caples of Kelsen, Ben Gravy of Ben Gravy Surfboards, and Jamal Grey of Create and Supply. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
The Sweetwater crew ran into Crosskix VP Mike Beverly, and decided this was worth the interview. His company makes a washable, high-end shoe that works in water AND in your dive fins. It keeps debris out, can be hosed down, and drains in an almost entertaining way. These are THE shoes used by major cruise lines like Norwegian and Carnival, waterpark and resort staff, and even Universal Studios. Mike let us ransack his booth, took the time to walk us through the details, and might have even bought us beers while we walked the showroom floor. This is a game changer for those warm water divers walking beaches, gravel, jetties, and just long distances to their dive sites, no booties needed! Website: https://crosskix.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Crosskix/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/crosskix/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuIoApsghcrVqFrpjt7m7vA TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crosskix — Kenny Dyal is the host of The Scuba Diving Podcast: TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@kenny_dyal Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sweetwater_scuba Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/realkennydyal LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/kennydyal Twitter: https://twitter.com/RealKennyDyal www.sweetwaterscuba.com
Roy Turner, Senior Vice President at Emerald, and director and manager of Surf Expo, the largest and longest-running watersports and beach lifestyle trade show in the world, divulges secrets to the show's success and where he sees opportunities for growth.
On this episode we host a Q&A at the Bristol Surf Expo Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
We are thrilled to have the president of The Retail Smart Guys, Dan Jablons, as a guest this week. The Retail Smart Guys is the premiere consulting company.Dan Jablons worked in retail while attending the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production. He has worked with retailers such as Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, Jimmy Choo, Charles David, Diesel, Oakley, Tumi, Hollywood Bowl, and many others. He has worked for a clothing manufacturer where he piloted vendor-managed inventory programs, a leading point-of-sale provider (where he installed systems and provided merchandising help to retailers large and small) and internet marketing (where he helped retailers establish a presence on the web.)In addition to his vast retail background, Dan also has a background in improvisational theatre. He recently appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and is often seen in national commercials. Dan combines his extensive knowledge of retail with his comedy skills to become one of the industry's most popular speakers. He has spoken at Magic, Surf Expo, at local municipal and trade show events, and many other venues.The goal with this episode was to inform retailers on things going on in the industry, and to help retailers become more profitable. Take a listen as Michelle & Dan discuss inventory planning, open to buy, bookkeeping and technology advice. Highly informative episode for any retailer hoping to make better purchasing decisions, ensure a more positive cash flow and generate more profit!Twitter: https://twitter.com/danjabInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/retailsmartguys/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/retailsmartguysLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danjablons/IMDB: https://tracking.cirrusinsight.com/64426361-ae6f-4627-867b-f4edaa0cf203/imdb-com-name-nm1887739
Hunter Joslin is a surfer and skateboarder for over 55 years. He invented and developed the Indo Board Balance Trainer over a 30-year span beginning in 1975. In 1998, after dabbling in many other surf-related businesses, decided to market the Indo Board commercially and developed the brand, distribution, marketing channels, and officially launched the product that same year at the Surf Expo in Orlando, Fl. What started out as an on-land balance trainer for surfers and skaters has now grown into a multimillion-dollar business catering to both the fitness industry as well as the world of health and rehabilitation. Hunter and Dr. Terry have been friends for over 25 years and have shared many experiences together.
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Dan Jablons worked in retail while attending the Ohio State University, where he graduated with a Bachelor of Science in Marketing and Production. He has worked with retailers such as Walmart, Target, JC Penney, American Apparel, Betsey Johnson, Donna Karan, Jimmy Choo, Charles David, Diesel, Oakley, Tumi, Hollywood Bowl, and many others. He has worked for a clothing manufacturer where he piloted vendor-managed inventory programs, a leading point-of-sale provider (where he installed systems and provided merchandising help to retailers large and small) and internet marketing (where he helped retailers establish a presence on the web.) In addition to his vast retail background, Dan also has a background in improvisational theatre. He recently appeared on Curb Your Enthusiasm, and is often seen in national commercials. Dan combines his extensive knowledge of retail with his comedy skills to become one of the industry's most popular speakers. He has spoken at Magic, Surf Expo, at local municipal and trade show events, and many other venues. // Episode: 002 ...... Your Hosts: - Scott Blair, Co-Founder of Popable - Stephen Brooks, The Pop-Up Retail Expert Find us online: - Podcast Website - Instagram - Facebook ...... Join the pop-up community marketplace: https://popable.com ...... Send us a voice message: https://popablepodcast.com/message --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/popable/message Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/popable/support
In this episode, we talk with our dear friend and former Hard Rocker, LISA NECRASON, who is now an Environmental Activist, Wildlife Conservationist, and Sustainability Strategist.THOUGHT #1Look at the World Through the Eyes of the HeartTHOUGHT #2It is Better in Prayer to Have a Heart Without Words Than Words Without a Heart - Mahatma GandhiCONNECT:Website: DownwardGoat.comWebsite: TrueNatureCompanies.comEmail: lisanecrason@gmail.comFacebook: @TrueNatureCompaniesInstagram: @KaliNecrasonInstagram: @TrueNatureCompaniesLinkedin: Lisa NecrasonTwitter: @InBalanceYogaBRAND & RESOURCE MENTIONS:Suzy's Swirl - SuzysSwirl.comKathleen Wood - KWoodPartners.comSlinky - Wikipedia.orgKelvin Universe - Memory/Beta.fandom.comTrekkie - Memory/Beta.fandom.comJimmy Dean - JimmyDean.comSurf Expo - SurfExpo.comFull Sail University - FullSail.eduMarine Science Center - MarineScienceCenter.comMarine Mammal Stranding Team - Volusia.orgDownward Goat - DownwardGoat.comGoat Sphincter Muscles - Pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.govMudra - YogaJournal.comEdmond Bordelon - LinkedIn.comIbuprofen - Drugs.comTylenol Rapid Release - Tylenol.comGoodys Powder - GoodysPowder.comIsaac Tigrett - IsaacTigrett.comThe 7 Habits of Highly Effective People - FranklinCovey.comMongalooshi - hand & finger slap that leave a mark on another person's foreheadRitz Carlton - RitzCarlton.comGaylord Palms - Marriott.comMahatma Gandhi - Britannica.com"Heart Of The Artist" - Rory Noland- Amazon.comJoani Loves Chachi - HappyDays.Fandom.comCatholicism - Simple.Wikipedia.orgTommy Spaulding - TommySpaulding.com"Preach the gospel at all times. When necessary, use words" - Huffpost.comClint Pulver - ClintPulver.comStarbucks - Starbucks.comApostles' Creed - CRCNA.orgRosary - Wikipedia.orgThe Pope - Britannica.comKashi Ashram - Kashi.orgMa Jaya - Wikipedia.orgAshram - Wikipedia.orgHinduism - History.comBuddha - Britannica.comSai Baba - Britannica.comGonga Pond - Wikipedia.org Hare Krishna (mantra) - Wikipedia.orgGuru - Wikipedia.orgInterfaith - Merriam-Webster.comHard Rock International – HardRock.combookstarPR - bookstarPR.comThoughts That Rock – ThoughtsThatRock.comLeadership That Rocks: Take Your Brand's Culture to Eleven and Amp Up Results (Jim Knight) - LeadershipThatRocksBook.comCulture That Rocks: How to Revolutionize Your Company's Culture (Jim Knight) – CultureThatRocks.comBlack Sheep: Unleash the Extraordinary, Awe-Inspiring, Undiscovered You (Brant Menswar) - FindYourBlackSheep.comRock ‘n Roll With It: Overcoming the Challenge of Change (Brant Menswar) – RocknRollWithIt.comCannonball Kids' cancer – CannonballKidscancer.orgBig Kettle Drum - BigKettleDrum.comSpectacle Photography (Show/Website Photos) – SpectaclePhoto.comJeffrey Todd “JT” Keel (Show Music) - JT KeelLISA NECRASON'S BIO:Environmental Activist, Wildlife Conservationist, and Sustainability Strategist, Lisa Necrason (also known as Kali) began her journey in the entrepreneurial world at a very young age as a model in the surfing industry and a back-up vocalist in a rock band, both of which served as a gateway to her long, professional journey in extreme sports, music and entertainment. A service-minded student of life, she focuses on the human condition and planetary concerns while developing transformational experiences that promote personal growth, nature connections, and conscious contributions to a healthier, more sustainable planet. With 30+ years of industry experience while completing 6 certifications in sustainability, permaculture, meditation and yoga, Lisa has developed conservation and wellness initiatives for iconic brands like Hard Rock Int'l, Surf Expo, and Full Sail University. These successes have clearly inspired her critical thought leadership and sustainable strategies to better serve the companies and communities she holds dear. Walking the talk both in business and as an avid volunteer, these days you'll find Lisa on the beach rescuing or releasing turtles for the Marine Science Center in her new home town of Ponce Inlet, FL, on the estuary rescuing manatees for the Marine Mammal Stranding Team, on the Planning Board for the Town of Ponce Inlet studying sea level rise impacts, on a farm playing with goats and llamas while facilitating yoga and meditation classes, researching and vetting products and initiatives focused on net zero, and developing relationships in the podcast world to promote authors represented by bookstarPR. This is her idea of semi-retirement. :-)
An honor to talk with Bruce Gabrielson this week at Surf Expo about surfing, surf instructing and his life. Founder of National Surf Schools and Instructors Association. Bruce “Snake” Gabrielson was a true multi-sport athlete, scholar, successful contest surfer, board builder, and leader in the surfing world during Surfing’s dynamic 60’s and 70’s. His first … Continue reading Bruce “Snake” Gabrielson, Surfing Hall of Fame, National Surf Schools and Instructors →
Today I'm speaking with Tommy Barker. I've known Tommy since he was a kid running around Eagle Creek and Clive. Following in his Mom and Dad's footsteps, Steve and Nona Barker, he has made quite a name for himself as an advocate and connector in the Skateboard Industry. Facebook Twitter Instagram The Outdoor Biz Podcast Please give us a rating and review HERE Show Notes So this is an outdoor biz podcast. Let's start out with how you got introduced to the outdoors. I mean, I was really kind of born into the outdoors, I grew up in a town called Elfin Forest, where at that time there was maybe six kids. I was 30 minutes from the nearest Seven-Eleven. I felt like I was out in the outdoors. We had llamas and that kind of segues into how I was introduced to the outdoors. At that time, my parents would take me and my sisters and seven or eight Lamas and go up into this Sierra for a few weeks at a time. “For those of you that don't know Elfin Forest is East of Carlsbad and completely developed now, back then there was nothing. So you were living in a new development then weren't you?” Oh yeah. I grew up on a dirt road. I had to go to school in Rancho Santa Fe, so every day I would drive on a dirt road and have to go through a river on the way to school. You know, so really rural living. But at the same time, we're only 30 minutes away from real city living. How old were you when you picked up a skateboard? We had a little cement-like basketball court in our front yard. And then, you know actually I've tracked this. This is an interesting story, cause I've kind of figured out the origin. We always had skateboards in our garage and I'm pretty sure that it was Jim Alesi. One of the old shippers at Eagle Creek was a Del Mar Skate Ranch Local. So him and Bill Billing, I think they left a skateboard at the house and that's what I picked up. So my skateboard industry origin story goes all the way back to Del Mar Skate Ranch. It is really interesting now that I'm learning more about the skateboard industry history and how instrumental Del Mar was to keep this torch of skateboarding alive in the dead years. Yeah. I mean, it's really funny now knowing the history. I went to La Costa Canyon, which, I thought La Costa was the corniest place on the face of the planet when I was going there. But then, you know, fast forward years later, I'm doing Skateboarding Hall of Fame Stuff and I'm talking to all the Logan Earth ski guys and some of the original skateboarders. And they're like, we grew up on the black hills of La Costa. They made it sound like the toughest place on the face of the planet. Cause I mean, in the early seventies it probably was. La Costa was basically built on mob money and these guys just found these crazy Hills and that's what they would bomb down. And we didn't know any of this history in high school or anything. I was checking out some of your movies and videos online. I saw a lot of crashing. What was that all about? What do you mean? “One of them, I forget I was watching apartment C or some episode of apartment C, and guys were getting blown up all over the place.” It's I mean, it's pushing the limits now. It's funny because I think I've always just been an accident-prone child. Like I broke my elbow pitching, you know? I broke my back snowboarding. How many times you've broken your ankle, 57 times? No like four good ones, so those last two are from skateboarding. But I've always just been an accident-prone child. Actually, one of my things like when we talk about running the Skateboarding Industry Association, one of my high horses was that we've been painted as extreme. I actually did one of the first studies comparing accident rates to participation rates or hospitalization patient rates. And skateboarding's actually middle of the road. We're about like basketball or soccer, you know, ankle and knee injuries. Now that I'm older and we're having a resurgence of going out and playing soccer again, way more people get hurt. I mean, what you probably saw was I tried to drop in switch or backward on a vert ramp or something. That was my claim to fame right there. Trying to drop in thinking I was like a Bob Burnquist or one of these big famous Vert skaters and just tumbled backward. So you were involved in creating the Encinitas Skate Plaza and you do some volunteer work with Rolling and from the Heart. What volunteer projects are you involved with these days? Its real name is Poods Park. And actually Ian “Poods” Barry was a friend of mine who passed away and his death was the impetus of starting Rolling From the Heart. I was involved for many years. I've kind of pulled back in last a year or two as I've gotten more involved with other skateboard industry projects. But it's afterschool programs for at-risk youth. I mean, working with kids totally changed me. Cause we were always like, the people at skateparks who, you know, are hollering at us “get out of the way”, and we're like, hollering back “go watch your kid” you know? And then when you actually have to deal with kids, it changes your perspective on things. So it just makes you happy that this kid has an outlet through skateboarding, something to do, something that he's passionate about. Rollin' From The Heart was a big one. My favorite memory of that was, um, we had a program similar to Monarch school. Monarch is in downtown San Diego, it's a school for children affected by homelessness. Social Services has to recommend you, but it's really how every school should be. So every Friday they serve hot meals. They have parent-teacher conferences every week, they have a boutique onsite because one of their things is you can't learn if you're in two-day-old clothes. So if they see that you're not wearing like clean clothes a few days in a row you can go on and get that. I think there were like 12 different types of counseling. So there's art therapy, music therapy, there's everything. It's like a 360-degree view of what's available in education. So I was like, I wish I had this stuff when I was in high school. I probably would've felt more connected in my high school if we would have had those things. So that's Rolling From The Heart. And then the last three, four years, we're in our third official year right now I'm a chairman of the board and co-founder of the College Skateboarding Education Foundation and we're the first-ever national scholarship for skateboarders. Tell us about the College Skateboarding Education Foundation. Our big thing is we give out scholarships. So we've given out I think, 18 scholarships for about $20,000 in our first two years. Really it's just creating connections between education and skateboarding. The three co-founders it's me and then it's Neftalie Williams, he's a professor at USC. And the other co-founder is Keegan Guizzard he went to NC state and actually started the skate club there. One of the first skate clubs in the US. So, we're kind of like the three bears. I had a very non-traditional education experience. Keegan had the very traditional education experience and that Naphtali has just gone over the top, he's about to be the first doctor of skateboarding. Where do you guys get the funding? How do you raise money? Well, we're learning all the time. How to raise money. Some of it comes from brands. A lot of it's just asking friends, family traditional face to face fundraising, and we get donations from our website, . We sell some tee shirts and stuff, but really every year we're learning. Right before the pandemic hit. We did a big dinner at the Berric skate park, which is in downtown LA. It's a famous private indoor skate park. It was a fancy dinner and most recent fundraiser we did, we had, I think 45 or 50 people there. In my first fundraiser, I had five people there. So my theme of this year is, admit to everyone that we're still learning. I feel like no one does that anymore. We're learning and adapting every year to learn how to raise money and how to drive energy towards CSEF. I guess this would be my way of pushing back on the “fake it till you make it”. Cause it's admitting that you're learning, you know? So it's more of a journey and there are a few things leading up to that fundraiser where people were kind of freaking out over lack of ticket sales and stuff. And I had to be like, guys, pause, we are learning. This is our first one. If we get one person to show up it's a win. We're probably going to break even, that's all that matters. Talk to us about Jenkem magazine, what do you do with them? I'm the director of partnerships and sales. So basically, I'm dealing with a lot of the same people I dealt with at the International Association of Skateboard Companies. But it's basically just working with skateboard industry brands on content and advertising. So it's, um, you know, it's funny because Jenkem made their name in the New York skate scene, as you can tell, I am not a New Yorker. I've been the person on the West coast and Ian, the founder and I have been friends for a number of years and we're quite the one-two combo. Of all the things you've done so far, what are you most proud of? You've done so many things for the skate community. Oh, geez. I mean, when Pood's Park opened, I really led the charge. I gave speeches in front of everyone. They were going to move the skate park to phase two, which we called phase never. And, skateboarding in Encinitas, I always call it Hollywood of the skateboard industry. We have Tony Hawk. We have Grant Brittain. We have Mike Burnett, who runs Thrasher. We have all these household names inside skateboarding. So the city was kind of looking at us like, Oh, you guys probably have some money or something. It's like, you know how much money you guys have spent on baseball? And you've never created a pro baseball player? There are 20 pro skaters that have come out of this town. We deserve a world-class facility to skateboard. And that's what ended up being Pood's park at the time, I was like, oh, I'm never going to top this, you know, and now that CSEF has really taken off I'm really proud of what we've been able to grow into. We were having a really good year pre-COVID. My goal was this year was to give $30,000 scholarships to 30 kids. And we were on track to do that. And then COVID hit and we pulled back on fundraising just because we felt it wasn't the right time. It was hard when, you know, we have 30, 40% unemployment or something to go and ask people for money. So we have sweatshirts available to sell. We're not making hard asks or anything. Do you still get on a skateboard every now and again? Oh yeah. I skated Lake Crowley park by myself the other day, it was really fun. I mean my skating fluctuates as you said, I have bad ankles. I tried to play soccer two years ago and I've been dealing with an Achilles strain ever since. So that comes and goes. I can still hike. This is really the most I've been into hiking. Hopefully, I tell my dad this before he listens but I'm planning on hiking Mount Tom. I told you, I checked the geotag on Instagram and it's a woman saying that this was the most grueling hike I've ever done. But I have some friends here and about a week or two ago we were all talking about it and they're like, let's just do it. Let's wait until the snow melts and let's do this. I think we're gonna camp at Horton Lakes and go from there. Do you have any suggestions or advice for folks wanting to get into the skateboard or outdoor biz? I used to say don't, it's like a rule. But you know, from the person who's had every skateboarding job, it's kind of disingenuous to say that. Every time I've almost left the skateboard industry another skateboarding job pops up. When I came out of high school, I worked at Blackbox, which was the biggest skateboard company in the world at the time. And they just literally acquired a shoe company, realized what it meant to have a shoe company and hired every skateboarder in North County who had just come out of high school and that's how I really got my foot in the door. At that time it was more just be a passionate skateboarder, but now it's such a competitive marketplace of getting jobs that you should probably if you want to work in marketing, go get a marketing degree or a liberal arts degree or figure out what it is you want to do. Kind of call your shot. That's even what we preach at CSEF, we really want to have kids who have a plan for their education. Don't go into it and just like, major in surf kind of thing. So if you want to work in the skateboard industry, there's all these different jobs and pathways. And then go find mentors and people who are doing it and ask them, how could I get from A to B? And then you know, skateboarding, the marketplace of it is cyclical. So have a talent or a skill that if skateboarding slows down, you could go and get a job in an outdoor business. You know, they're all kind of similar tactics and skills. So it's really like, if you grow one of those, then you can kind of figure out what industry you want to work in. I always say skateboarding is about 20 years behind outdoor, but when you hear the stories of the founders of the outdoor industry in the seventies, they're all dirty hippies, wild dudes, you know, they were all partying and like any industry, they're grown up and now they have all the various disciplines and jobs that mainstream corporations have. If you were able to hang a huge banner at the entrance of Outdoor Retailer, or Surf Expo, what would it say? Um, please retire. I mean the modern skateboard industry was born in the 1990s and it was all these guys, all these companies that were founded in the early nineties and then again in the early two thousand and it's the same people in marketing positions then and now. And I think outdoor, it's a little bit more where guys kind of actually transitioned out and become consultant kind of guys. But that really doesn't happen. I think there's definitely been a ceiling for my generation. Even just starting brands or something is tough. In the early nineties could start a brand for not that much capital buy-in and grow it slowly. And now if you really want to start like a legit business, it's a couple of million dollars and there are no banks loaning you money at this point. So, I mean, it's really telling people like there's a whole generation ready to come up behind you. Let them come up and give them opportunities. When I was at Blackbox, one of my mentors, Chad, who was the general manager there, he was younger than I am now, running a $40 million business. And that just blows my mind. He had 120 employees and they seem so mature and everything. And I don't know how I'd handle that now. But again, we didn't exactly have those same opportunities. The way I met my cofounder Neftalie, he used to have a class on skateboarding, arts culture, and industry at USC. I was for like three years in a row as a guest speaker in his class. One of the trippiest things that ever happened to me is walking into a USC class and having a kid, giving a presentation to introduce me suddenly this kid was going through my LinkedIn telling my history. And I was like, Whoa. But then two football players fell asleep on me while I was presenting. So that brought me down real quick. But I really loved the value of that class because even going back to me, growing up Eagle Creek. It's like, you learn the systems of businesses, how everything's fit together. And I think like, even though like we'll get into me being a little shit at Eagle Creek, I still, would ask everyone what they did and that was so valuable to me. And then when I went to Black Box, I already understood how product merchandise and everything worked together. So I think that class was kind of the same thing. It's like, you're learning each facet in the industry and how they work together. I don't know if I was there yet or if this is an urban legend, but the Eagle Creek shipping guys boxed you up and threatened to ship you off to the Philippines or something? That was one. But then what they also did was in the middle of August, they shrink-wrapped me to a cart and put me out in the parking lot for a few hours. I was a kid from Elfin Forest who had no people around. I'd get to Eagle Creek and I just was like, people talk to me. I feel most at home now or most comfortable at a business in a warehouse. Because TC, Vince, all the guys, like those are the guys who were like my older brothers or something. And so when I was at Black Box or in a few jobs I would try to keep one task in the warehouse just so I could go hang out with the boys. And then once I started really working at Clive, I think I started when I was 12. I remember cause it was before I could even get a work permit. And I started just filing all for Rudy Vasquez, all of his dealer forms. He was doing sales and I just would file all this paperwork. And then that grew and the first big task they gave me was I had three months over summer to put together 1200 POP packs. And I had to create my own assembly line. That was a big one. Then later, probably around that same time, but looking back I think this was more of a punishment, but they forgot to put the international distributor information in the catalog. So I had to sticker all of them. It was like weeks of just stickering catalogs and stickering catalogs. And now looking back, they probably were like, Oh, at least will keep him occupied and quiet for a while. They put me way in the corner. That's where the name paint chip comes from. “The reason I nicknamed you paint chip was that you were a chip off the old block. You were similar to your dad, you guys kind of look alike, you walk alike, and you were just always hanging around. You're very curious and I remember you jumping in and doing stuff without even being asked. I didn't know eventually though, that you would follow him in all his advocacy and all those things too. You've done an admirable job.” I always thought it was "paint chip" cause you thought I hated paint chips or something. “We're all glad to see you learned along the way. And you're an admirable paint chip off the old block. Your Mom and Dad raised you well.” Do you have any daily routines you use to keep your sanity? Yeah, Rose, and I go for a walk every day. That's my wife. That definitely keeps us from killing each other. Keep us grounded. Yeah. Yeah. And then, I listen to podcasts and play FIFA, that's kinda, my other thing. So I'm a big soccer nut and then listen to a podcast or two, that's my way of like winding down like six to seven every night before dinner. So like, those are the main ones. Do you have any favorite books? Favorite podcasts? Hmm, I'm obviously big, Fresh Air Terry Gross fan. On The Media actually. Cause now I'm working for a media company, but I've been super interested in media for the last five years and how it's changing and how it's growing. So On The Media, it's one of like the NPR type. They're one of the most fascinating because they really cover how everyone's talking about stuff and language, especially what we're going through right now. I'm excited to hear what they have to say on Friday. I've been trying to have books that have been not too deep or anything since so much been going on, I need an outlet. So I've been going back to the Gladwell books, which is kinda corny, but at the same time, it's interesting because, from a marketer's point of view, it's all about how to use data to understand people's actions. So I've been going back through and reading those. How about a favorite outdoor gear purchase or purchase for skateboarding or hiking under a hundred dollars? I bought my first pair of hiking boots years ago and they were a hundred dollars, It was the first time I'd gone to REI and not had the like freak experience. I had no idea that you needed a membership, you know, cause I mean I rebelled pretty hard against outdoors. I grew up in the outdoors and I was always trying to get to the city. So it's only been in the last like five or 10 years that I've really like made a conscious decision to try to go and hike and camp and do all these things that my dad tried to instill in me from a very young age. Is anything else you want to ask of our listeners or say to our listeners? Oh geez, I don't know. I've been so honored to be raised by the outdoor industry. As you said, I remind you of my dad, but I think I remind everyone of my mom I'm kind of in equal parts of both. I have her lack of a filter of what I say. So, I wouldn't be who I am without growing up and hearing the stories and the culture. The culture of needing quality products in the outdoor industry isn't in the skateboard industry. Skateboarding products have basically been the same for 20 or 30 years. There's not like a Caribiner that can save your life kind of thing. The necessity isn't there in the skateboard industry, but even a lifetime warranty or stuff like that, being raised around a company that had a lifetime warranty really changed how I thought about the world. And I didn't realize how different I was for that thinking until recently, you see the fast fashion and everything and you're like, can we just build stuff? Why do you have to have a new t-shirt every year? People that was a good t-shirt last year. Why don't we just have the exact same tee-shirt next year? I mean, look at vans, you know, there's the famous story of Geoff Rowley, who they signed to be their big skateboarder and they asked: “what do you think we should do?” And he said, “go back to all those classics” and that truly changed the direction of vans. Now they're one of the biggest shoe brands in the world and killing it. How can people reach out and follow up with you? Twitter @thomas__barker Instagram @tommy_barker_ Other things we talked about Jenkem Magazine Elfin Forest Logan Earth Ski Vans The Outdoor Industry Please give us a rating and review HERE
Please find some links and notes from the 2 Regular Guys Podcast. We are excited to bring to you the 5th installment of Women in Garment Decorating. This week Kristine Shreve had some technical difficulties so Aaron stepped in as the host. He got to speak with Pilar Harrison and Milissa Clark. Those two tackled the subject of dealing with conflict in the workplace. What are the do's, don't and techniques to navigate situations that involve conflict? You will get those answers plus many more in this episode of Women in Garment Decorating. Sponsored by: Impressions Expo. Use the Promo Code RegularGuysIE for a FREE Expo Pass! Our regular listeners know this, but 2 Regular Guys are all about garment decorating, a bit of fun, and no rants or lectures or selling. We are not doing this for our employers, but rather for our industry. Since February 2013, The 2 Regular Guys have been the first and the most listened to garment decorating industry podcast on this planet! We are humbled by all of you tuning in each week. We work hard to bring you information that will make your business better, and our industry better. Take a look at our incredible weekly guest list and you'll understand where this industry goes for news, interviews and the heartbeat of garment decorating. Thanks for listening! News THE NBM SHOW in Irving, Texas has been Cancelled - Due to an order prohibiting public or private gatherings of 500 persons or more anywhere in Dallas County, we regret to inform you THE NBM SHOW in Irving, TX has been cancelled, effective immediately. This includes all classes and all exhibits for THE NBM SHOW on Friday, March 13 and Saturday, March 14, 2020. Impressions Atlantic City 2020 postponed until October 2020 - The health and safety of each and every member of our community and our staff is of the utmost importance to us. After closely monitoring the risk and impact of COVID-19 on a daily basis, and speaking at length with members of our community, Impressions Expo Atlantic City, which had been scheduled for March 19-21, 2020, at the Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, NJ., has been postponed to October. Impressions Expo Atlantic City 2020 will now take place Thursday, October 8 to Saturday, October 10, 2020, at Atlantic City Convention Center in Atlantic City, NJ. Impressions Orlando 2020 postponed until September 2020 - Impressions Expo Orlando 2020 will now take place Thursday, September 10 to Saturday, September 12, 2020, at the Orange County Convention Center in Orlando, FL. This will coincide with the Surf Expo now. Previously they were partnering with ISA which will now occur Sunday, August 23 – Tuesday, August 25, with preconference sessions on Saturday, August 22. ISA Sign Expo will remain in Orlando. Sam Wildt - This just in from the World Health Organization, people need to buy t-shirts printed or plain. After being out in public the t-shirts should be discarded and replaced with fresh ones. Besides that, they can also be used as a toilet paper substitute. Again buy t-shirts people! If you need a source I know a guy Conflict Milissa Clark - Is a Mom to Parker and Sales Director for US Blanks and President of High Voltage Marketing with a focus on premium fashion and experiences. Before coming on board with US Blanks and High Voltage, she started at Liberty Holdings as the National Accounts Manager and then as Senior Account Manager at Next Level Apparel. When Milissa isn't playing baseball with Parker she can typically be seen traveling the world with her boyfriend, Tim. Pilar Harrison - Has been in business for just over 2 years, starting off as a crafter making shirts for the other Pom Moms. It quickly jumped to team orders and she upgraded her plotter, software and heat press. She travels to shows to help Matt in the TRW Booth and really enjoys the one-on-one chats with other businesses. As an admin for the TRW Crafting page, she helps members, which is one of her favorite things.
Surf Expo is North America’s largest watersports and beach lifestyle show in the retail industry. With hundreds of brands and thousands of retailers connecting to stock the stores that we all buy our gear from, Surf Expo is a key platform for the commercial side of many of our ocean lives. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to attend the January 2020 show and speak with a wide range of brands on the significance of the event as well as chat with the management team who puts it all together each year. What I found within all of this was that Surf Expo is like a really fun eco-friendly festival that celebrates not just great, new products, but also art, non-profit groups, the craft of shaping surfboards, the skill of skating a mini ramp, and overall — a strong community of the ocean-minded. After you give this a listen today, take a minute and pick one plastic throw-away item that you use and commit to replacing it with a reusable version — coffee cup, water bottle, straw, ziplock sandwich bag — you get the idea. As always, thank you for caring about the ocean and thank you for listening today. Hope you enjoy Stories captured from: Roy Turner, Surf Expo 4Ocean Zinka Fair Harbor Marine Life Rescue of Clearwater Marine Aquarium Patrick Maxcey Art Ranger Ready You can find fun stuff on the ThisOceanLife.TV website, Instagram, and Facebook, and Twitter. Host: Josh Pederson, @surfpaddletailgate
Surf Expo Stories: Part 2 Here we go with Surf Expo Part 2. So many great stories from north america’s largest watersports and beach lifestyle show in the retail industry, I had to split it into 2 episodes to be sure I could do them all justice. If you didn’t listen to it already, check out part 1 if you need some background on the what, where, and how of Surf Expo. Otherwise, sit back and enjoy this set of stories and perspectives from this event that’s much more than a watersports retail show. Surf Expo is North America’s largest watersports and beach lifestyle show in the retail industry. With hundreds of brands and thousands of retailers connecting to stock the stores that we all buy our gear from, Surf Expo is a key platform for the commercial side of many of our ocean lives. I was fortunate to have the opportunity to attend the January 2020 show and speak with a wide range of brands on the significance of the event as well as chat with the management team who puts it all together each year. What I found within all of this was that Surf Expo is like a really fun eco-friendly festival that celebrates not just great, new products, but also art, non-profit groups, the craft of shaping surfboards, the skill of skating a mini ramp, and overall — a strong community of the ocean-minded. In this second part, we hear stories from: DMC Fins Huk Gear K.C Scott, Artist Dragon Eyewear Victoria Skimboards GoSili Marko Foam Products You can find fun stuff on the ThisOceanLife.TV website, Instagram, and Facebook, and Twitter. Host: Josh Pederson, @surfpaddletailgate
Recorded in May of 2019The BSS! It reminded me of my first Surf Expo. This particular show no doubt provided the excitement, the visuals, the surfboards and their makers, not to mention their signature shapers face-off . Invited shapers have a limited time to scan with their eyes and hands a particular surfboard, no measuring tapes or any tools and devices allowed. Then shapers take their shaping tools and get to work and compete to who can replicate as accurately as possible the honored surfboard. Many legends of our surfing world were present and I could see the positive interactions and camaraderie that I would expect in a room full of characters that share in common their love of surfing.This episode is a set of 14 soundbites of some of those personalities. They include surfing icons, bonafide legends, up and coming shapers and surfers.Soundbites in order of appearance:WingnutCamp and Tony from the Boys to Men FoundationMichael ArenalWayne RichAdam DavenportChuck AmesMike MillicanCJ NelsonLance CarsonCormack O'BrienDevon HowardJohn WelchJose BarahonaI apologize for the bad audio on my end when I was speaking into the mic. I am a loud Puertorican (LOL) and a rookie in recording, thankfully my guests were not as loud and their soundbites are good! I want to thank my interviewees for their time and perspectives.Enjoy and see you in da data!Tupi
Recorded at Surf Expo 2019, David Lee Scales and Chas Smith discuss new opportunities for brands to communicate their messaging through podcasting and how they utilize the Surf Splendor podcast network to access a broader audience, tell richer stories, and actively engage their fans. Topics covered include; podcasting 101, the anti-commercial, the value of intimacy, … Continue reading "Bonus – 252 – Building Brand Awareness Through Podcasting" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
In today’s episode Scott and David recount the 2nd most famous fight that took place at Surf Expo (not Chas and Ashton!), they analyze the worth of surfing’s most visible pro surfers, and they... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Welcome back to the All I Need podcast. This week we discussed the recent All I Need trip to Orlando Florida where we attended Surf Expo, got to do some street skating, and watched Billy drink a beer out of his shoe. We also talked about the state of Florida, poisonous snakes, and social media. Thank you for listening and enjoy the episode! Sammy Baptista Support Fund: https://www.gofundme.com/help-sammy-baptista-get-back-on-his-board?utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=fb_dn_cpgntopstickysmall_r Be sure to check out our social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allineedskate/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALLINEEDSKATE/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/allineedskate The best way to support the All I Need podcast is to subscribe, comment, and rate us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shetler-show/id588110803?mt=2 For shops who want to carry and support All I Need our products can be found through Eastern Skate Supply: https://www.easternskatesupply.com/brands.asp?brand=ain Also be sure to check out: www.allineedskate.com The promo for our newest full length video “Good Eye” is now up! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SC-k2Z8goH4&t=7s
In today’s special episode, Chas and David welcome special guest Matt Warshaw to recap the 2019 Surf Expo. Highlights include Mark Cunningham bequeathing Matt Warshaw’s official nickname and one swift punch concludes (perhaps) the year long Ashton vs Chas blood feud. Enjoy! Special thanks to Surf Expo and the Florida Surf Film Festival And be … Continue reading "033 – The Grit! January 13, 2019" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Anthony sat down with one of his best friends & All I Need pro Corey Goonan. Corey has a timeless style on and off his skateboard. They discussed a whole bunch in this episode, from crazy and funny news stories, to deep conversations about life and skateboarding. Thank you for listening and enjoy the episode! Surf Expo registration link: https://surfexpo.wufoo.com/forms/mini-ramp-madness-live-at-surf-expo-signup/ Links to Things Discussed: 9-Year-Old Convinces Colorado Town to Lift Century-Old Ban On Snowball Fights https://weather.com/news/news/2018-12-04-colorado-ban-snowball-fights-9-year-old Camel spotted on the highway https://www.cbsnews.com/video/camel-spotted-on-pennsylvania-highway-during-snowstorm/ Young Seals Keep Getting Eels Stuck Up Their Noses, and Nobody Knows Why https://www.livescience.com/64249-seal-eel-stuck-nose.html Einstein's "God letter" could net $1.5 million at auction https://www.cbsnews.com/news/einstein-god-letter-could-net-1-5-million-at-auction/ Woman sues after spending 3 months in jail for possessing cotton candy that police thought was meth https://www.cbsnews.com/news/georgia-woman-sues-three-months-in-jail-for-possessing-cotton-candy-that-police-thought-was-meth/ Huf is done? http://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=102456.0 TERRY KENNEDY OF BAKER http://www.slapmagazine.com/index.php?topic=102470.0 Fugitive Sees 'Wanted' Post Of Himself, Makes Date To Turn Himself In https://www.npr.org/2018/12/07/674810545/fugitive-sees-wanted-post-of-himself-makes-date-to-turn-himself-in Be sure to check out our social media: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/allineedskate/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ALLINEEDSKATE/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/allineedskate The best way to support The Shetler Show is to subscribe, comment, and rate us on iTunes! https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shetler-show/id588110803?mt=2 For shops who want to carry and support All I Need our products can be found through Eastern Skate Supply: https://www.easternskatesupply.com/brands.asp?brand=ain Also be sure to check out: www.allineedskate.com *Use promo code “THESHETLERSHOW” for free shipping! Must purchase at least 2 items!* The promo for our newest full length video “Good Eye” is now up! Check it out here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=SC-k2Z8goH4&t=7s Check out the recap of All I Need Skateboards’ New England AM 2018 contest here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=56b2v9HE2JY Shetler Show rating link: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/the-shetler-show/id588110803?mt=2
TBA Outdoors podcast host, Todd Fuller, talks with Surf Expo category manager Kenneth Andres about the history of Surf Expo and current platform for growth it offers manufacturers, retailers and the media.
Episode 108 features one-on-one interviews with the 2018 Wakeboarding Hall of Fame inductees, including: Lee Elliott (who spoke on behalf of his father Chuck Morrow), Ronn Sidenglanz, Bill Porter, Randall “The Vandal” Harris, Sarah Cline, Cobe Mikacich and Parks Bonifay. Dano sits down with each legend to find out what they're up to and what the honor means to them. This episode was recorded live, following the 2018 Wakeboarding Hall of Fame induction ceremony inside the Alliance Wake booth at the Fall 2018 Surf Expo.
Recorded live from the September 2018 Surf Expo, it's the induction ceremony from the Wakeboarding Hall of Fame. Dano hosts the stage as Chuck Morrow, Bill Porter, Ronn Seidenglanz, Sarah Cline, Cobe Mikacich, Parks Bonifay and Randall Harris are honored.
This week Captain Rusty reports back after spending time at the Surf Expo. Plus 10 reasons sailors make great spouses.
In this episode I break down our recent All I Need skate trip to Surf Expo https://www.surfexpo.com Thank you skateboarding!!! - Ant Support the podcast Check out www.allineedskate.bigcartel.com
O'Brien Wakeboards Team athlete Maxim van Helvoort joins Dano the Mano on episode 83 of the podcast. Max dropped an all new edit around Surf Expo 2017 following up his 2016 Wake Awards success after winning both “Check Out” Award and “Trick of the Year,” with his heavily snowboard influenced "double cork," his unique take on a double KGB. The boys discuss that and much more. Plus hear an “Audio Montage” from the 2017 Nautique Boats WWA Wakeboard World Championships presented by RockStar Energy.
Episode 80 of the Golden Mic Podcast was recorded at the 2017 Wakeboarding Hall of Fame Induction Ceremony hosted by Dano the Mano during the Surf Expo inside of the Alliance Wake Media booth. Hear live clips from the ceremony as well as interviews with Mike Weddington, Scott Byerly, Sonja Scheffler Weinaicker, Bill McCaffray and Pat McElhinney.
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This week Greg and Rusty report on the latest swimwear trends after attending the Surf Expo. Plus Boat Show Girl checks in from the Tampa boat show.
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So much (dare I say it) El Nino swell pumping through the Pacific lately. David and Scott break down the seasons from Todos Santos to Peahi. Scott discusses the highlights of Surf Expo, and David... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
So much (dare I say it) El Nino swell pumping through the Pacific lately. David and Scott break down the seasons from Todos Santos to Peahi. Scott discusses the highlights of Surf Expo, and David offers some insight into latest industry business news. Enjoy! EL NINO SWELL IN THE GREAT PACIFIC A couple underground chargers … Continue reading "117 – Surf News, January 19, 2016" Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
This week Captain Rusty files a report after attending the Surf Expo. Plus the spouse of Johnny Depp makes him sell his boat.
This week the WOB crew get a report live from the Surf Expo and talk about the latest development in stern drives.
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Friday, September 11th 2015 Today the crew discuss how late Jerome is..again. Kevin went to the Surf Expo today. We are joined by the 98 KB crew and they give us their origin and how they came to be. These guys are 100% positivity and 100% soccer fans. Check them out at www.98kbthemovement.com
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Friday, September 11th 2015 Today the crew discuss how late Jerome is..again. Kevin went to the Surf Expo today. We are joined by the 98 KB crew and they give us their origin and how they came to be. These guys are 100% positivity and 100% soccer fans. Check them out at www.98kbthemovement.com