REDONDO BEACH, CALIF. — Body Glove International has received a $3-million loan to renovate and convert its Redondo Beach Dive n’ Surf store into its new corporate headquarters. The company’s headquarters will occupy the second floor, while the renovated Dive n’ Surf store will remain on the ground floor. The space, which is located at 504 N. Broadway, will expand from 6,464 square feet to nearly 14,800 square feet.
This expansion will allow Body Glove to consolidate its operations and recommit to the South Bay while it continues to grow its brand globally. As part of the renovations efforts, Body Glove will also make enhancements to the surrounding streets to improve accessibility and aesthetics.
The project is scheduled for completion in August 2013, which will coincide with the company’s 60th anniversary. Founded in 1953 by twin brothers Bill and Bob Meistrell, Body Glove is one of the last original Southern California surf companies to remain under family ownership. Financing was arranged by Jeff Spinelli of Farmers & Merchants Bank.