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Richard Brooks

Chief Executive Officer & Director, Zumiez

Search every verified Richard Brooks interview, podcast appearance, and on-the-record quote — each transcript cross-checked by AI and human review to confirm speaker identity. Richard Brooks, CEO of Zumiez, discussed the company's second quarter fiscal 2026 results during an earnings call on September 10, 2026. He reported that net sales decreased 2.5% from the prior year, with comparable sales for the 37-day period ending September 7, 2026 down 3.5% compared to the same period in 2025. Brooks noted that accessories was the only positive comparable sales category and that the company had identified rapidly shifting trends, leading to a cautious approach in planning for the remainder of the quarter and into 2027. Brooks also addressed challenges in the footwear segment, stating that the company has faced difficulties for several quarters and is focused on selling lifestyle athletic footwear, a niche he described as struggling. He expressed confidence in Zumiez's inventory position in footwear, noting that the company has worked closely with partners to manage exposure and has avoided being as promotional as some competitors on price points. Brooks indicated that the company aims to outperform its cautious outlook and plans to provide an update in early December.

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