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Kroger To Launch Small Format Fresh Foods Banner

Kroger, the nation’s largest traditional supermarket chain, is embracing the enthusiasm around fresh, local, organic and natural foods. The retailer plans to open a 27,000-square-foot store in Gig Harbor, Wash.…

News January 4

The Laptop Is Dead: How Mobile Now Really Means Mobile

By Stephan Schambach, NewStore “The king is dead! Long live the king!” This proclamation dates back to the 13th century, and ensured a smooth, uninterrupted momentum of rule. Rather than…

Executive Viewpoints January 4

Target Names Longtime Exec As New Chief Stores Officer

Target has promoted Janna Potts to EVP and Chief Stores Officer, replacing Tina Tyler in the role, effective immediately. Potts will be responsible for leading Target’s 1,805 U.S. stores and…

News January 4

1:1 With Williams-Sonoma, Inc. Talent VP

Recently I had the opportunity to speak with Patti Clauss, Vice President, Global Talent Acquisition, for Williams-Sonoma, Inc. (WSI). She shared her inspiration, insights and best practices for all organizations…

Features January 4

Aptos Names Retail Veteran Lawrence Jackson To Board

Aptos has named Lawrence Jackson, an industry veteran with high-level experience at both retail and consumer goods companies, to its board of directors. Jackson currently is Chairman of SourceMark LLC…

News December 31

Why The Real Opportunity For Retailers Is After the Holidays

By Graeme Grant, Demandware Retailers spend a lot of time and effort catering to their “best” customers – those that buy products as many as five or ten times a…

Executive Viewpoints December 31

Artificial Intelligence Powers Product Recommendations For The North Face

Personalization has been a major talking point for retailers over the past few years, and many are experimenting with innovative ways to match the right products to the consumer. For…

Features December 31

Icahn Enterprises Wins Bidding War To Buy Pep Boys As Bridgestone Drops Out

After more than two months of bidding, Pep Boys will finally get a new owner. Pep Boys agreed to be acquired by investor Carl Icahn’s company, Icahn Enterprises, for $1.03…

News December 30

Holiday Prime Membership Uptick Shows Why Amazon Rules E-Commerce

Amazon, known for its dominance of the e-Commerce market, has even more reasons to be thrilled about the holiday season just past. In the third week of December alone, the…

News December 30
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