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Kroger Plans to Hire 10,000 New Associates Across its Family of Companies

The Kroger Co. is planning a nationwide hybrid hiring event, both virtually and at its stores, on June 10. The goal is to bring on 10,000 new employees across its roster…

News June 8

Sam’s Club In-Store Sampling Returns with Roaming Stations and a Food Truck Tour

Sam’s Club is re-introducing its in-store sampling and demo program, Taste & Tips, following a COVID-19-induced hiatus that began in March 2020. Officially re-launching this week, Taste & Tips initially…

News June 8
Walmart

As Pharmacy Wars Heat Up, Walmart+ Uses Steep Discounts on Medications to Compete

Walmart is aggressively expanding its healthcare offerings through the new Walmart+ Rx for less program, which will offer paid Walmart+ members select medications at no cost and discounts of up…

News June 8

4 Ways Businesses Can Use Shipping to Reduce Cart Abandonment

Consumers are spending more money online than they do in brick-and-mortar stores, particularly during the busy holiday season. But these same online shoppers do something else that all retailers hate:…

Executive Viewpoints June 8

Golden Goose Brings Personalization and its ‘Lived-in’ Aesthetic to New Beverly Hills Store

Italian brand Golden Goose has amassed a cult-like following for its hand-made distressed sneakers — and now it has taken that “perfectly imperfect” aesthetic and translated it into a physical…

Features June 8
Aaron Birney

Retail Design Special: What’s Trending in Stores?

Featuring: Aaron Birney, Gensler What does the store of the future look like? A common question that is being answered in completely new ways due to the pandemic.   During this special episode…

Podcasts June 7

GNC to Offer Curated Wellness Assortment in 4,000 Walmart Stores

GNC is expanding distribution for a selection of its vitamins and supplements to more than 4,000 Walmart stores and on Walmart.com. Beginning in June, GNC will offer an initial selection…

News June 7

Is Staples’ Latest $1 Billion Bid for Office Depot Better Positioned for Success?

Staples has sent a letter to the Board of Directors of The ODP Corporation offering to acquire its consumer business, including its Office Depot and OfficeMax stores, for $1 billion,…

News June 7

How Traceability Promotes Ethical Sourcing in the World of Fashion

Ethical sourcing is a key tenet of corporate social responsibility in the fashion industry and ensures fashion brands are committed to playing their part in the care of the people…

Executive Viewpoints June 7
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