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NRF Forecasts 2019 Retail Sales Growth Of 3.8% To 4.4%

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has forecast that 2019 retail sales will increase 3.8% to 4.4% to reach more than $3.8 trillion. The online sales growth rate is expected to…

News February 6

Ketner Group Expands Geographic Presence With New York City Office

Ketner Group Communications has opened a new office in New York City. The location will be led by Account Supervisor Adrienne Newcomb, and will serve as a focal point to…

News February 6

Exclusive Q&A: How Dormify Pop-Ups Increased Market Revenue 250%

Although Dormify started as a pure play retailer selling bedding and home décor designed primarily for college dorms, the company learned upon testing that a physical showroom, pop-up stores and…

News February 6

What Brands Won Super Bowl LIII?

Super Bowl LIII brought in a national audience of approximately 98.2 million people, but let’s be real — a handful of people watched for reasons other than the plays on…

Executive Viewpoints February 6
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How Retailers Can Benefit From Social Proof

When looking for a new outfit or wanting the best local pizza in a new city, some look at what Kylie Jenner was wearing in her latest Instagram post or…

Executive Viewpoints February 6

Apple Retail Chief Stepping Down In April

After leading Apple’s retail and online stores for five years, Angela Ahrendts, the tech giant’s Senior VP of Retail, will leave the company in April for “new personal and professional…

News February 6

FULLBEAUTY Brands Enters And Exits Bankruptcy In 24 Hours

FULLBEAUTY Brands, a women’s plus-size direct-to-consumer retailer, won court approval for its restructuring plan less than 24 hours after the company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, according to Bloomberg. FULLBEAUTY…

News February 5
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Neiman Marcus C-Level Carousel Keeps Spinning With Two Experience-Driven Hires

Neiman Marcus has hired two new experiential experts as the department store continues to focus on remodeling the store experience. David Goubert will serve as EVP of Stores and Retail…

News February 5

Pier 1 Names New CIO To Help Create Customer-Centric Mindset

Pier 1 Imports has appointed Lance Wills as EVP, CIO, effective immediately. Wills will lead the company’s technology efforts as the retailer tries to right itself after comparable sales dipped…

News February 5
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