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UGG Launches First Flagship Store in NYC; Plans for More Worldwide

Footwear brand UGG has opened its first flagship store, on Fifth Avenue in New York City, the first in a planned fleet of flagship stores that will roll out globally…

News November 24

Walmart Adds its Stores as Online Fulfillment Centers

Walmart has created a program that routes some Walmart.com orders to be fulfilled straight from its stores, both to reduce delivery times and pressure on the retailer’s fulfillment centers. The…

News November 24

Amazon Adds Delivery Tracking Tools to Help Keep Holidays ‘Spoiler-Free’

Parents quickly grow skilled in hiding holiday presents from curious kids, using everything from high closet shelves to neighbors’ garages. But this year, with many gift recipients remaining in the…

News November 24

DICK’S Promotes New CEO as Retailer Reports Strong Q3 Results

DICK’S Sporting Goods has promoted President Lauren Hobart to the roles of President and CEO, as of Feb. 1, 2021. Current Chairman and CEO Edward Stack will assume the role…

News November 24

Five Cybersecurity Tips for Retailers Bracing for Cyber Monday 2020

Cyber Monday is a critical online event for retailers. Last year, research conducted by Adobe Analytics found that Cyber Monday brought in $9.4 billion in sales, including $3 billion from…

Executive Viewpoints November 24

Lululemon Appoints First Female CFO

lululemon athletica has promoted Meghan Frank to CFO, making her the first woman to hold the role at the company. She brings more than 20 years of experience within the…

News November 23

Podcast: Have the Holidays Created More Cybersecurity Risk?

While online shopping — especially in the age of COVID — adds a layer of convenience and safety to holiday shopping, it also increases the risk of cybersecurity threats. We…

Executive Viewpoints November 23

Caleres to Close 133 Naturalizer Stores, Bring in New President of Famous Footwear

Caleres plans to close 133 Naturalizer stores by the end of January 2021 and adjust its back-office infrastructure as the shoe retailer shifts to a digital focus. Additionally, Famous Footwear…

News November 23

CVS Names Crate & Barrel CEO to Head CVS Pharmacy/Retail

CVS Health has named Neela Montgomery EVP and President of CVS Pharmacy/Retail, effective Nov. 30, with responsibility for overseeing the retailer’s 10,000 pharmacies across the U.S. Montgomery will report directly…

News November 23
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