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Bath & Body Works, L Brands, Andrew Meslow

Bath & Body Works CEO Meslow to Step Down, Citing Health Reasons

Bath & Body Works CEO Andrew Meslow announced this week that his departure would be finalized on May 12, 2022. Chair of the Board of Directors Sarah E. Nash has…

News February 25
RGCA, gift card scam, FTC, gift card payment

Gift Card Association Promotes PSA Warning Consumers About Fraud Dangers

Gift cards remain a popular purchase among consumers, but they also provide openings for scammers and criminals. In conjunction with the upcoming National Consumer Protection Week, the Retail Gift Card…

News February 25

b8ta Ends U.S. Operations but the Experiential Trailblazer Leaves Multiple Lessons for Other Retailers

Experiential retailer b8ta officially shut down its U.S. brick-and-mortar operations on Feb. 18, 2022, according to the company website. The brand’s international businesses, b8ta Japan and b8ta MENA in the…

News February 25

Nordstrom Issues Supplier Mandate for RFID Tagging

Nordstrom has joined other retailers in mandating the application of RFID tags to the products it sells in its stores. The company’s directive to its suppliers includes RFID ticketed products…

News February 25

High-Quality Data is the Answer to Retailers’ Supply Chain Hurdles and Out-of-Stocks

The recent and unexpected emergence of (and fallout from) the omicron variant has deeply impacted retailers and created even more supply chain hurdles, including labor shortages. This follows in the…

Executive Viewpoints February 25

50% of China’s Luxury Shoppers are New to the Market  — And Here’s How to Reach Them

The explosive growth of China’s luxury fashion sector is being driven by a major influx of new shoppers: 50% of customers entered the market just in the past 12 months,…

Features February 25

Why Retailers and Social Networks are Saying ‘Full Stream Ahead!’

Online is becoming a main vehicle for purchases, and forward thinking businesses are already finding ways to seamlessly integrate their in-store and virtual experiences. In today’s world brands need to…

Executive Viewpoints February 25

ABG Expands Social and Retail Media Capabilities with David Beckham Partnership

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) has entered into a strategic partnership with David Beckham to co-own and manage his global brand. As part of the deal, David Beckham has become a…

News February 24
Wag N' Wash, Storefront, Pet Supplies Plus, Mergers and Acquisitions

Pet Supplies Plus Expands Reach and Services Assortment via Wag N’ Wash Acquisition

Independent pet goods retailer Pet Supplies Plus has acquired emerging franchise retailer Wag N’ Wash. While the business model for Pet Supplies Plus has focused on services, prescription fulfillment and…

News February 24
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