Established by Tom Campion and Gary Haakenson in 1978, Zumiez, a specialty clothing store, has traded publicly since 2005. Zumiez specializes in gear and apparel for skaters, snowboarders, and surfers.
Zumiez has 505 stores in North America. Coquitlam Centre is the first Canadian shopping center with a Zumiez retailer. Zumiez is the location for lifestyle brands for action sports such as skateboarding, snowboarding, BMX, and motocross.
Teens are Zumiez’s niche market. They love the chaotic atmosphere of the stores. Video games encourage shoppers to linger and get acquainted with store associates. Retail locations of 2,900 square feet offer a sales floor, a couch with video games and television, change rooms, and a skate shop.
