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Starbucks Union Plans ‘Red Cup Rebellion’ Walkout; REI Accused of Unfair Labor Practices

Starbucks Workers United, the union trying to organize Starbucks workers across the country, is planning a “Red Cup…

News November 15
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Amazon's big grocery plans become more clear as the retailer focuses on expanding Amazon Fresh consumer base.

UPDATED: Amazon Fresh Expands Delivery to Non-Prime Members, Rolls Out New Store Model

This story was first published on Aug. 2, 2023, and was update with additional details on Nov. 10,…

News November 10
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E.l.f. Launches Roblox Experience to Tap Gen Z’s Entrepreneurial Spirit

Seeking to unlock the creativity and entrepreneurial ambitions of Gen Z consumers, E.l.f. Cosmetics has launched e.l.f. UP!…

News November 9
Tofurky has unveiled a holiday shop featuring gag gifts for all of your White Elephant needs, including candles, aprons and T-shirts.

Tofurky Leans into Ridiculousness with Gag Gifts in Digital Holiday Shop

When it debuted its first Holiday Roast in 1995, Tofurky struck a cultural chord and became embedded into…

News November 8
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Revolutionizing Retail Sustainability with Eco-Friendly Innovations

The retail industry stands at a crossroads over concerns about sustainability. The need to adopt eco-friendly practices has…

Executive Viewpoints November 8
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Claire's CMO Kristin Patrick shared an exclusive view of the retailer's growing IP universe, which has ShimmerVille at the center, and includes the metaverse, social, OOH, stores and more.

How Claire’s New IP Universe Started in the Metaverse

Claire’s relevance was waning in the late 2010s as the shopping malls where so many of its stores…

Features November 7
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GNC has transformed its Pittsburgh flagship into a more open and localized apothecary-style experience that drives customer engagement.

GNC Tests New Apothecary Format in Pittsburgh Flagship

Aiming to make shopping for wellness products more interactive and personalized, GNC has transformed its Pittsburgh flagship into…

News November 6
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NRF: Holiday Spending Could Top $966B, but Shift from Goods to Services Continues

The National Retail Federation (NRF) is predicting robust holiday sales, with U.S. spending forecast to climb 3%-4% over…

News November 3
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Q&A with the co-author of the new book "Omnichannel Retail"

Exclusive Q&A: Stores Should Become a ‘Digital Mosaic of Attraction’

It might sound strange to say this about a place where some 80% of transactions actually take place,…

Features November 1
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