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Exclusive Q&A: Explosive Growth Of Direct Brands Reveals Seismic Retail Shift
Earlier this year, the Interactive Advertising Bureau (IAB) released a report titled: The Rise of the 21st Century Brand Economy, which examined the sputtering growth of traditional retail and CPG…
Features July 25Can Influencers Wield Too Much Power?
As an industry anticipated to reach up to $10 billion by 2020 in the U.S., influencer marketing is giving retailers and brands a fresh way to get their product in…
Executive Viewpoints July 25Amazon Brings Whole Foods Grocery Delivery To NYC, New Florida Markets
On the heels of Prime Day, Amazon is extending grocery delivery from Whole Foods through Prime Now in new markets across Florida, including Fort Lauderdale, Miami and Palm Beach, as well as parts…
News July 24
Moda Operandi Appoints Former Tesla Exec As CEO
Ganesh Srivats, most recently a Vice President at Tesla, will takes the reins as CEO of Moda Operandi, effective August 1, 2018. Srivats succeeds Deborah Nicodemus, who served as CEO…
News July 24Guess Adds Payment Options For Chinese Travelers With Alipay Partnership
Guess has partnered with Alipay to offer their digital payment option to Chinese travelers visiting the U.S. With the integration, travelers can use their Alipay Mobile Wallet when making purchases at…
News July 24
The Vitamin Shoppe Appoints New CEO
The Vitamin Shoppe has named Sharon M. Leite as its new CEO, effective August 27, 2018. Leite also will become a member of the Board of Directors. She succeeds Colin Watts,…
News July 24Starboard Cruise ‘Fun Shops’ Less About Transactions Than Creating Experiences
By Glenn Taylor, Senior Editor 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…
Executive Viewpoints July 247,000 Nike Employees To Receive Raises As Company Revamps Its Culture
Nike will increase the pay of more than 7,000 employees, approximately 10% of its workforce, according to CNBC. An internal memo stated that the company is attempting to address concerns…
News July 24
In Today’s Commerce World, There Are Clear Winners And Losers
As physical and digital commerce converge, the brands dominating and thriving in the market are those optimally engaging customers, meeting their expectations and delivering consistent, stellar, personalized brand experiences across…
Executive Viewpoints July 24
