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Exclusive Q&A: Branding Expert Dissects Papa John’s CEO Woes

Human nature being what it is, sooner or later a certain number of top corporate executives are going to behave badly in one way or another. They will commit fraud…

Features August 8
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It’s The Dog Days Of Summer And I’m Already Thinking Of Winter

Like many retailer planners and operators, the August heat doesn’t make me think about cool drinks on sandy beaches. Instead, it brings to mind thoughts of snow, chestnuts roasting on…

Executive Viewpoints August 8

Editors Share Their Top Takeaways From RTP Personalization Survey

Last week, Retail TouchPoints unveiled its inaugural Personalization Benchmark Survey, revealing how retailers have reaped the benefits of personalization strategies as well as identifying where there is still room for…

Executive Viewpoints August 8
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Lowe’s Hires New Head Of Supply Chain Operations

Lowe’s has named Donald Frieson as EVP, Supply Chain. In this role, he will handle the company’s distribution centers, logistics, global sourcing, transportation and delivery services, reporting to CEO Marvin…

News August 7

Starboard Cruise ‘Fun Shops’ Less About Transactions Than Creating Experiences

For some people shopping, a.k.a. retail therapy, provides as much relaxation as a cruise vacation. Starboard Cruise Services strives to combine the two, and also to making shopping fun for…

Editor's Perspective August 7

Mattress Firm Reportedly Considers Bankruptcy, While National Stores Officially Files

Mattress Firm, the largest U.S. mattress retailer with more than 3,000 locations nationwide, is considering a bankruptcy filing, according to a report from Reuters. The retailer has not made any…

News August 7

BigCommerce Beefs Up European Leadership To Accelerate Expansion

BigCommerce has named two leaders for its European business. The solution provider has hired Mark Adams as VP and General Manager for Europe, and Deepak Anand as Director of European…

News August 7

Salsify Secures $43 Million In Funding, Plans To Expand Global Footprint

Salsify, a product experience management (PXM) platform, has closed a $43 million Series D funding round, bringing the total amount raised to more than $98 million since the company was…

News August 7

Target Debuts 3 New Millennial-Focused Brands

Target has launched three new private label brands to attract and better connect with Millennial shoppers. The brands are: Heyday — the company’s first private label electronics brand, featuring tech…

News August 7
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