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Direct-To-Consumer Brands Set To Soar In 2019: 3rd-Party Logistics Firms Help Fuel Growth

We’ve all heard the radio ads and seen the TV commercials — from socks and bedsheets to bras, hair color and more — brands that are bypassing Amazon and major…

Executive Viewpoints January 31

5 Reasons RIC Is The One Retail Event You Must Attend In 2019

The 2019 Retail Innovation Conference will be held May 6-8 at Convene in New York City, and now is the perfect time to secure your spot. While there are many…

News January 30

GNC, Tuft & Needle Bet On Amazon-Exclusive Products

In another instance of the e-Commerce giant’s continued push into private label, Amazon is wooing additional retailers and brand manufacturers to sell exclusive products on the site. Retailers such as…

News January 30

Are Retail Execs Equipped For The Oval Office?

The retail and political realms occasionally collide, particularly when it comes to brands taking a stand on a particular issue. But rarely does a retail exec generate the buzz that…

Executive Viewpoints January 30

NRF 2019: On The Cusp Of The Next Big Thing

This year at the National Retail Federation’s annual conference, NRF, there weren’t any ah-ha moments. There was no massive new concept or “thing” that everyone buzzed about. Rather, we saw…

Executive Viewpoints January 30

Neiman Marcus Chief Merchandising Officer To Depart In March

Neiman Marcus Group President and Chief Merchandising Officer Jim Gold will leave the retailer in March after 28 years with the company. Previous positions with Neiman Marcus include serving as…

News January 29

Exclusive Q&A: Biometric Data Uncovers Health Benefits For Sleep Number Customers

Heightened competition from startups as well as established brands is putting the sleep industry on notice — innovate or surrender market share. In fact, worldwide spending on mattresses has reached…

Features January 29

Failing To Find A Buyer, GameStop Abandons Sale Plans

After months of seeking a buyer, GameStop has ended its attempt to sell the company. The Board of Directors determined there was not enough available financing on terms a prospective…

News January 29

Walmart Teams Up With Fanatics Sports Apparel Site

Licensed sports apparel site Fanatics is the latest addition to the expanding Walmart portfolio. The Jan. 29 debut of the Walmart Fan Shop provides access to NFL jerseys, NBA T-shirts…

News January 29
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