Profiles

Pat Conlon. Photo: Giovanni Reda

Catching Up With: Pat Conlon

Pat Conlon is a self-proclaimed jack-of-all-trades and in TW Biz’s opinion a master of all. Conlon is the current owner of Epstein’s Bar and the unofficial cultural attaché of the skate/surf world in New York City.

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Jermey Jones and the Ground Zero Crew

Shop Profile: Ground Zero

From streaking to a successful store Ground Zero is keeping Northern California equipped!

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The 2009 podium. Photo Dan Mathieu

How To: Build A Better Action-Sports Comp

In an era of contest consolidation, the Ride Shakedown is launching its first foray into the U.S. market this coming winter. Contest organizers Patryck Bernier and Brendan O’Dowd sat down with us to discuss effective brand partnerships, the future of contests, and their new clothing line.

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Executive Insight: Bernard Mariette

Quiksilver’s former president on his new role, lessons learned from Rossignol, and opportunities in the outerwear and lifestyle markets.

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Catching Up With: Kevin Casillo

Spy’s new Snow Segment Manager Kevin Casillo discusses his new role at the company and his transition from pro-rider to team manager.

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Road To Gold: Korath Wright

The Bahamas’ first Olympic snowboarder shares his thoughts on the Games, media coverage, and Cool Runnings jokes.

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Road to Gold: Louie Vito

From Olympic preparation to Dancing With The Stars training, it has been a busy month for Louie Vito. We sat down with him to find out what we can expect for the show’s premiere tonight and for the rest of the season on the road to Vancouver.

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XSI Launches Action-Sports Health Insurance Plan

Riding every day and getting a job with health insurance are often like oil and water, but a new company has launched an action sports focused health plan for $17 per month. Xtreme Sports Insurance President Robert Scott explains the plan and his company’s partnerships with athletes, manufacturers, and promoters.

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New Online Action Sports Discounter Discusses Business Model

TheSurpriseStore.com is a new private online action sports sales site featuring deep discounts on action-sports brands. We caught up with founder Mark Freeman to find out how the site works and why he thinks this channel benefits everyone in the market place.

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La Jolla Group, Irvine California

A Tour Of La Jolla Group’s New Headquarters With CEO Toby Bost

TransWorld Business recently had the chance to get a grand tour of the 200,000-square-foot building from La Jolla Group’s CEO Toby Bost. Watch the videos here.

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