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Amazon: The Force Is Strong With This One

To blow up the Death Star, Luke Skywalker had to hit a target the size of a manhole cover while being zapped by dozens of Tie Fighters. Retailers have a…

News May 4

Kohl’s Links Loyalty Rewards To Apple Pay

Kohl’s has integrated its private label credit card and loyalty program with a contactless, one-click payment option via Apple Pay. Currently live in 250 stores, the retailer expects to offer…

News May 4

Aéropostale Bankruptcy: Just The Latest Teen Trauma

In the latest example of teen retailers failing to hold their own in the industry, Aéropostale filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, following the recent footsteps of Pacific Sunwear and a…

News May 4
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Academy Sports + Outdoors Taps Lowe’s Exec As CMO

Sporting goods retailer Academy Sports + Outdoors has named Thomas “Tom” Lamb as its new Executive VP and Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Lamb brings 25 years of experience in marketing,…

News May 4

Affirm CMO Brings Extensive Retail, CPG Experience

Financial technology company Affirm announced it has hired Carl Gish, VP of eBay, to be its first CMO. Gish will be responsible for enhancing and building Affirm’s global brand as…

News May 4

How Will Apple Bounce Back From Its First Loss In 13 Years?

Apple, a business well known far and wide for its constant innovation and financial success, hit its first fiscal bump in more than a decade. Sales fell 13%, while profit…

Executive Viewpoints May 4

Zappos Takes Action On Sustainability With Carbon Offset Purchases

Earth Day has recently passed, but Zappos is seeking to make an impact toward promoting sustainability that goes beyond a single date. Through the implementation of a carbon offset purchase…

Features May 4

Dealmoon Targets Men With Mother’s Day Gift Guidance

It’s been said that men shop out of guilt, and that just may be true. But apparently they don’t do it very well, at least not for Mother’s Day. Nearly…

News May 3

Kmart Appeals To Gardeners With Lifetime Plant Replacement Guarantee

As spring sends many people outside to work on their lawns and gardens, Kmart is giving these consumers a chance to re-green their gardens for as long as they want…

News May 3
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