SIMA Announces Image Award Nominees
The Aliso Viejo, Calif.–based Surf Industry Manufacturers Association announced the nominees for its Image Awards, to be presented on Feb. 3 in Anaheim, Calif.
The 8-year-old awards, which recognize the most influential surf brands and retailers, were previously presented during the SIMA Surf Summit, held annually in Cabo San Lucas, Mexico.
“On behalf of the SIMA board of directors, I would like to congratulate each SIMA Image Awards nominee on the accomplishment of being recognized by your industry peers for your hard work and innovation,” said Doug Palladini, SIMA president and vice president of marketing for Vans, in a statement. “Image Awards is the perfect time to reflect on the excellence of our industry, celebrate the success of today and be inspired for the future. We look forward to honoring the nominees as well as the winners in February.”
The nominees for “Breakthrough Brand of the Year”—one of the most coveted awards—are ambsn, Analog Clothing, OluKai, Quiksilver Waterman Collection and Rusty. Past winners of the award include Insight, RVCA and Atwater. Billabong, Hurley, Quiksilver, RVCA and Volcom are nominated for the “Men’s Apparel Brand of the Year” award. Billabong, Insight, O’Neill Girls, Roxy and Volcom are nominated for the “Women’s Apparel Brand of the Year” award.
Winners will be chosen by a vote from all SIMA member companies, as well as specialty retailers.
For more information about the awards and a full list of Image Award nominees, visit www.simaimageawards.com.—Erin Barajas
