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How Brilliant Earth Became a Purpose-Driven Innovator
Featuring: Beth Gerstein, Brilliant Earth Brilliant Earth made a splash in the retail industry with its emphasis on ethical sourcing and it’s digital-first business model. Over the past 15 years, the company…
Podcasts March 1
Costco Sets New Minimum Wage at $16 Per Hour
Costco will raise its hourly minimum wage to $16 at the beginning of March 2021, according to CNBC. CEO Craig Jelinek revealed the plans during a Senate budget committee meeting…
News February 26
Madison Reed Raises Another $52 Million on the Heels of 130% Growth
Hair care brand Madison Reed has raised an additional $52 million in financing to fuel its omnichannel expansion after reporting 130% growth and doubling its consumer base in 2020. Launched…
News February 26
Is Nike the Catalyst for Change: Why Companies are Switching to DTC
Nike shows clear signs that its business is back on track only months after reporting a 38% decrease in its YoY revenue in the previous quarter. The brand’s digital sales…
Executive Viewpoints February 26
Vulnerability — the Most Important Customer Trait Brands Don’t Know They’re Missing
There have been a lot of challenges for retails brands in the past year — from considering the viability of brick-and-mortar stores to navigating crippling supply chain delays. While these…
Executive Viewpoints February 26
Study: More Boomers Shopping Internationally, but They Prefer a Localized Online Experience
When it comes to cross-border ecommerce, one size emphatically does not fit all. COVID-19 spurred huge growth in the number of consumers buying online from brands outside their home country.…
Features February 26
Walmart Further Expands Marketplace with BigCommerce Partnership
Walmart will enable eligible BigCommerce users to sell products on the Walmart Marketplace. The retailer also has launched an expediated review process through BigCommerce, letting merchants who use the platform…
News February 25
Target to Roll Out In-Store Apple Shops, Expand Offerings Online
Target is debuting an enhanced Apple shopping experience online and in 17 stores this month, with additional locations scheduled to roll out by fall 2021. The dedicated in-store shops will…
News February 25
Fry’s Shuts Down Operations, Shutters 31 Stores
Fry’s Electronics has abruptly gone out of business, closing its 31 stores and replacing the content on its website with a simple one-page statement. “After nearly 36 years in business…
News February 25
