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Z Gallerie has filed for bankruptcy a third time, citing “severe liquidity constraints” due to underperforming stores and macro issues.

UPDATE: Karat Home Purchases Z Gallerie, Relaunches Ecommerce Site

[Update from 2/20/2024] Karat Home has purchased Z Gallerie out of bankruptcy for $7.2 million. The Fort Worth-based…

News February 20
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Walmart Advances Media Ambitions with $2.3 Billion Acquisition of Vizio

The rumored purchase of Vizio by Walmart is no longer a rumor: the retail giant has announced that…

News February 20
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As the headlining keynote for the Retail Innovation Conference & Expo, author Dr. Marcus Collins will discuss the intersection of commerce and culture.

RICE Keynoter Dr. Marcus Collins: ‘Consumption is a Cultural Act’

Dr. Marcus Collins, a marketing professor at the Ross School of Business at the University of Michigan who…

Features February 20
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Ecommerce Marketing Lessons from Q4 2023 

Last year was an uncertain one.  Though many of the economic indicators were excellent, including the low unemployment…

Executive Viewpoints February 19
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Exclusive Q&A: At J.Jill, #Customerobsessed is Much More Than a Hashtag

J.Jill has achieved levels of customer loyalty that other retailers can only aspire to. The women’s apparel and…

Features February 16
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How Retailers Can Use AI to Improve Customer Experience and Build Trust

In the U.S., ecommerce spending is estimated to reach $1.7 trillion by 2027 – representing over 20% of…

Executive Viewpoints February 16
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Starbucks and Bank of America have linked their rewards programs to offer extra rewards to their most loyal customers.

Starbucks and Bank of America Link Loyalty Programs to Provide Extra Perks

Starbucks and Bank of America (BoA) have forged a new partnership designed to offer extra rewards to their…

News February 15
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The NBPA's Brotherhood Deli fan pop-up experience is getting both real-world and virtual renditions during All-Star Weekend.

Foot Locker, JD Sports, Nike do a Full-Court Press for NBA’s All-Star Weekend

With both IRL and virtual events, retailers and brands including Foot Locker, JD Sports, Nike, Jordan Brand and…

News February 15
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Kering is pulling brands like Gucci off of the Farfetch marketplace.

UPDATE: Farfetch CEO Out as Luxury Brands Including Kering, Neiman Marcus Flee the Platform in Wake of Sale to Coupang

[Update from 2/15/2024] Farfetch Founder and CEO Jose Neves is stepping down and further layoffs are imminent, according…

News February 15
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