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Retail TouchPoints Names Kate Robertson Editor in Chief, Kate Walker Associate Publisher
Retail TouchPoints has named Kate Robertson its new Editor in Chief, adding a journalist with experience covering the retail sector, brand strategy and consumer behavior to lead the publication’s editorial coverage. Robertson will oversee coverage of the retail…
News June 2
When Routine Breaks: Why Everyday Grocery Decisions are no Longer Automatic
The era of autopilot shopping is ending. For decades, many CPG categories benefited from something close to cruise control. Shoppers scanned the aisle, reached for familiar brands and moved on.…
Executive Viewpoints June 2
Register Now for June Webinar: Elevating the AI‑Powered Ecommerce Experience and Scale
Laura Moses, Principal Partner Manager for Shopify at Vertex, and Pat Esposito, Principal Partner Manager for Microsoft at Vertex, will detail how disconnected systems, manual processes and inconsistent tax handling…
News June 1
The Physical Store is Still Retail’s Most Powerful Storytelling Platform
Walk past a well-designed store window and something happens almost instantly: you slow down. Maybe you pause to take a closer look. Maybe you step inside. Long before digital ads…
Executive Viewpoints June 1
How Frances Valentine Built a Viral Fashion Brand Around Women 50+
Key Takeaways Frances Valentine has found major success by focusing on the underserved and highly affluent 50+ female consumer Co-founder and CEO Elyce Arons’ authentic social presence has become a…
Podcasts June 1
Value-Seeking Consumers, Expanded Multi-Price Assortment Power Strong Q1 for Dollar Tree
Saying its business model is built for economic environments like this one, Dollar Tree CEO Michael Creedon reveals how the retailer is enhancing customer appeal with expanded multi-price product assortments.
News May 29
Independent Retail Optimism Hits Lowest Point Among All Industries, NFIB Survey Finds
The National Federation of Independent Business reports that independent retail is the most pessimistic business segment in the country, with an Optimism Index of 94.1, the lowest of all industries…
News May 29
The Structural Reset: Navigating the Post-De Minimis Era in DTC Ecommerce
For years, the de minimis exemption served as the silent engine behind the global direct-to-consumer (DTC) explosion. By allowing packages valued under $800 to enter the U.S. duty-free, it enabled…
Executive Viewpoints May 29
Tractor Supply Expands Animal Healthcare Offerings with VIP Petcare Acquisition
With this acquisition, Tractor Supply is seeking to provide end-to-end pet care spanning veterinary services, pharmacy, pet services and retail.
News May 28
