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Rapper Quavo and influencer India Love star in True Religion's first-ever holiday campaign.

Influencers Take Center Stage in True Religion’s First Holiday Campaign

Global lifestyle brand True Religion has launched its first holiday campaign as part of its ongoing growth efforts in the U.S. Called “Style is a Gift,” the campaign features rapper…

News October 26
UPS has acquired Happy Returns from PayPal.

PayPal Offloads Happy Returns to UPS

UPS has agreed to acquire reverse-logistics solution Happy Returns from PayPal for an undisclosed amount. The deal is expected to close in the fourth quarter of this year. Happy Returns…

News October 26

Customers are Tired of Empty Shelves, and it’s Time for a Fix

For customers, many aspects of a shopping trip impact whether they view it as a success. From the customer service of store associates to the quality of the products for…

Executive Viewpoints October 26
Party City has implemented TradeBeyond to improve its supply chain processes.

Party City Streamlines Supply Chain Processes as it Looks to Post-Bankruptcy Future

As it emerges from bankruptcy, Party City is moving forward with a strategy to transform its business and keep more than 800 of existing stores in operation. Part of that…

News October 25
Ulta is testing out smart vending machines to offer in-store sampling.

Ulta to Pilot In-Store Sampling and Advertising Tech

Ulta Beauty is testing new smart vending tech from SOS that will expand the beauty retailer’s in-store sampling program and add in-store advertising capabilities to its retail media offerings for…

News October 25
GNC is expanding its virtual healthcare service, GNC Health, to offer low cost and convenient care to customers.

GNC Expands Virtual Healthcare Services for Customers 

GNC is expanding its virtual healthcare service, GNC Health, to offer low cost and convenient care to customers. Membership plans for individuals and families are available via three tiers: Basic,…

News October 25
Miniso has launched its first IP-themed flagship in Indonesia, starring Hello Kitty and other beloved Sanrio characters.

Miniso Opens Sanrio-Themed Store in Indonesia

Miniso has launched its first IP-themed flagship in Indonesia, starring Hello Kitty and other beloved Sanrio characters. This is the first store dedicated to a specific IP partnership, establishing Miniso’s…

News October 25
As the stress of the holiday season reaches its peak, retailers need to focus on the employee experience (EX) to fulfill their brand promise.

Want to Have Great CX This Holiday Season? Focus on Employee Experience First

This is Part 1 of The Holiday Readiness Series, which will feature tactical tips and takeaways from experts that retailers can still apply to rev up their sales results. Looking…

Features October 25

The Power of Shared Experiences: Why Brands Should Prioritize Micro-Influencer Communities in 2024

Parasocial relationships are defined as the relationships that users develop with media personalities — and these interactions have a major impact. The influencer field has capitalized on this phenomenon for…

Executive Viewpoints October 25
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