Technology & Innovation JLL Rolls Out Virtual ‘Shopping Bestie’ in 13 Centers JLL Retail Property Management has introduced a new virtual shopper agent named Cindy, designed to make the online experience more relevant and engaging at 13 of its shopping centers across the U.S. In addition to spotlighting the center’s sales and deals, Cindy gives consumers details on the latest fashion trends, acting as their exclusive “shopping […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Technology & InnovationAIShoppersStrategyMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelESG and CSRConsumersDept. BeverageDept. FreshDept. NonfoodInclusivityPartnershipsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesAgencies 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Why It’s Time for Brands To Rethink Their Amazon Growth Strategy DSI “We cannot expect Amazon to develop or innovate in our category because that is not necessarily their desire.” — Martin Heubel, Founder of Consulterce As more brands search for ways to boost their profit margins both holistically and on specific retail channels, Amazon is undergoing its own transformation that could make it even harder for brands to be […] Digital Shelf Institute April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 9 min read AmazonStrategyMerchandisingMarketing: Social MediaCompetitionOperations & Supply ChainThick DataPodcastsPartnershipsShoppersMarketing: Retail MediaResults & InvestmentCustomer ExperienceConsumersVendorsData & InsightsDeliveryEconomyESG and CSRExecutivesMarketing: PrintSustainabilityPricing & PromotionsAssociatesMeta (Facebook)Walmart 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Finance Express Files for Bankruptcy, to Close Nearly 100 Stores Longtime mall retailer Express filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on Monday, however, a group of investors led by brand management firm WHP Global is looking to save the company by acquiring it. Express, whose portfolio includes its namesake banner, Bonobos and UpWest, said it will close 95 of its eponymous shops and all of […] TotalRetail April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 2 min read BankruptcyData & InsightsBrick and MortarWalmartOperations & Supply ChainOmnichannelTechnology & InnovationStore LocationMarketing: In StoreMarketing: BrandExecutivesStrategyConsumersPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Love.com’s CMO on Tapping Into the Conscious Shopping Trend In episode 449 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews John Agnew, chief marketing officer at Love.com, an online marketplace focused on sustainable, healthy products and charitable giving. Listen in as Agnew provides an overview of the company (0:55), discusses the conscious shopping trend (1:40), the consumer behaviors Love.com is trying to tap into […] TotalRetail April 22, 2024April 23, 2024 < 1 min read Trends: ShoppingExecutivesStrategyAcquisitionSustainabilityShoppersPodcastsPhilanthropyMarketing: Social MediaDept. ApparelConsumers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Mass Wrangler, M&S, Anthropologie and More Mark Earth Day with New Sustainability Initiatives Brands have been touting their green credentials and launching new initiatives all month in the leadup to Earth Day, and those efforts have peaked now that that April 22 has arrived. Among the brands that saved their announcements for the day itself are Kering, Marks & Spencer, Wrangler, Asics and Anthropologie, all of which showcased […] Retail TouchPoints April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 6 min read SustainabilityConsumersDept. ApparelPartnershipsPackagingInternational - UKPhilanthropyShoppersHoliday & EventsPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaHealth & WellnessTechnology & InnovationDept. BeverageInternationalExecutivesReturnsMarketing: In StoreOperations & Supply ChainBrick and MortarRecommerceDeliveryThick DataWalmartESG and CSRDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy JetBlue’s Ex-CEO Robin Hayes Takes the Helm at Airbus Americas Robin Hayes, the former CEO of JetBlue, is set to lead Airbus Americas. He steps into the role vacated by Jeff Knittel, who recently retired. Hayes served as JetBlue’s CEO for nine years before resigning on February 12. RetailWire April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Walmart adding 22 health clinics BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart said it will open 22 Walmart Health clinics this year, including 18 in Texas. With the additions, Walmart will operate more than 70 physician-staffed health clinics in five states by year’s end. The company plans to introduce the clinics to a sixth market, Arizona, in 2025. “Walmart Health remains focused on […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 3 min read Health & WellnessWalmartDept. HBCCOVID19ExecutivesDept. BeverageMarketing: In StoreDeliveryDept. PharmacyStore LocationPredictions and ForecastsInclusivityMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Ahold Delhaize Taps Lyda as Chief Legal Officer SALISBURY, N.C. — Ahold Delhaize USA, the parent company of the grocery brands Food Lion, Giant Food, GIANT Co., Hannaford and Stop & Shop, has named Kim Lyda Chief Legal Officer. In this role, Lyda and her team will work closely Ahold Delhaize’s brands to provide legal counsel, as well as other services such as […] MMR April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 2 min read Ahold DelhaizeLegal & CriminalDept. NonfoodDept. GroceryRegional GroceryExecutivesGovernmentPredictions and Forecasts 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Retail Ecosystem Inside the World’s Most Innovative Retail Stores As Head of Trends for Insider Trends, Jack Stratten has toured some of the world’s newest, and most innovative, retail stores. Through these tours, he has been able to uncover how consumer behaviors have shaped storytelling techniques, technology integration and more. During the NRF Big Show, Jack sat down with host Alicia Esposito to discuss […] Retail Remix Podcast April 22, 2024April 22, 2024 < 1 min read Technology & InnovationPodcastsBrick and MortarTrends: RetailIndustry Conferences and EventsPredictions and ForecastsConsumersExecutivesShoppers 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Marketing Seat at the Table “A sign of success by any marketer is if they get sponsorship around the boardroom table.” I like this observation from Abigail Comber, former CMO at Debenhams. It’s a reminder of how much of the marketing role is an inside job — the ability of marketers to influence the rest of the organization. MarketingWeek reported […] Tom Fishburne April 21, 2024April 21, 2024 3 min read Fun & HumorExecutivesSponsoredConsultingShoppersStrategyPredictions and ForecastsPartnershipsData & InsightsAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Nordstrom Considers Going Private — Again Erik and Pete Nordstrom, the CEO and President, respectively, of Nordstrom, want to explore a transaction that would take the company private. In response, the Nordstrom board of directors has authorized the “exploration of possible avenues to enhance shareholder value,” forming a special committee of independent and disinterested directors to evaluate proposals from the Nordstroms […] Retail TouchPoints April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 < 1 min read Predictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaExecutivesResults & InvestmentPartnershipsLegal & Criminal 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Wayfair Welcomes Consumers to the ‘Wayborhood’ with Refreshed Branding, First Store [Update as of 4/19/2024] Wayfair has provided more details on its inaugural large-format store. The 150,000-square-foot location will open on May 23, 2024 in Wilmette, Ill.’s Edens Plaza. The grand opening celebration that weekend will feature exclusive deals and family-friendly activities for shoppers; further details will be made available here in the run-up to the […] Retail TouchPoints April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 2 min read ConsumersMarketing: Social MediaPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: BrandAssociatesStore LocationMeta (Facebook)ShoppersRestaurantsPartnershipsOperations & Supply ChainHealth & WellnessStrategyMarketing: BroadcastExecutivesDeliveryMarketing: In Store 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Nordstrom family may try again to take the company private The Nordstrom brothers, who are the retailer’s top executives, notified the board of their interest, and a special committee has been formed. RetailDive April 20, 2024April 20, 2024 < 1 min read Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy The Children’s Place Receives $90 Million Loan from Majority Shareholder The Children’s Place will get a $90 million unsecured and subordinated loan from Mithaq Capital SPC, a Saudi Arabia-based venture capital firm that had purchased a majority stake in the company in February 2024. That stock acquisition had automatically put The Children’s Place into default on its existing credit agreements; this new financing will “waive […] Retail TouchPoints April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 2 min read ExecutivesPredictions and ForecastsResults & InvestmentMarketing: Social MediaAcquisitionVendorsData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Gelson’s replaces president and CEO The grocery company said Albertsons veteran Ryan Adams has assumed the top roles at the Southern California chain. Grocery Dive April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 < 1 min read ExecutivesRegional GroceryAlbertsons / Safeway 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Home Improvement ‘Fútbol’ Superstar Lionel Messi Set to Score with Lowe’s Loyalty Members Lowe’s has partnered with the world’s best-known soccer player, Lionel Messi, and his MLS Club Inter Miami CF, for programs that spotlight Messi’s skills at assisting on the field. Members of both the MyLowe’s Rewards and MVPs Pro Rewards loyalty programs will receive an “assist” in the form of 100 points to bring them closer […] Retail TouchPoints April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 2 min read LowesPartnershipsMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesMarketing: BrandExecutivesData & InsightsBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Beware of The Fake Podcast Invite Scam Two weeks ago, a podcast with a “top 1%” audience, whose listener net worth averaged $2.5 million, asked me to join as a guest. The host was familiar with my work, citing a recent CNBC appearance, and seemed ready to hold an engaging conversation. It seemed worthwhile, except the podcast was fake. With a bit […] Bigtechnology April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 4 min read Technology & InnovationPodcastsAILegal & CriminalAmazonPredictions and ForecastsGoogleData & InsightsBigTechMarketing: Social MediaMeta (Facebook)StreamingAssociatesMarketing: BroadcastDept. NonfoodTargetShoppersDept. BeverageExecutivesResults & InvestmentBrick and MortarStrategyGovernmentPress Release 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Rowan CEO on the Power of People in Creating Joyful Retail Moments Louisa Serene Schneider did not set out to be a CEO, let alone a founder. But inspiration struck while she was working for a retail-focused hedge fund and realized the lack of safe piercing options for consumers. This white space became even more obvious to Schneider when she was looking for a safe place to […] Retail TouchPoints April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 4 min read ConsumersExecutivesTechnology & InnovationInternationalTargetMarketing: Social MediaMarketing: In StorePredictions and ForecastsIndustry Conferences and EventsTrends: RetailPodcastsHome DepotESG and CSRDeliveryCVSStore LocationStrategyOperations & Supply ChainBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces EZ Newswire Selected as a Winner of The MBA Fund’s Sixth Annual Pitch Competition NEW YORK, NY — EZ Newswire, an AI-enabled platform that makes it easy for businesses to create and publish their news, today announced that it was selected as a winner in The MBA Fund’s sixth annual pitch competition for pre-seed and seed startups. In addition to the investment from The MBA Fund, Contour Ventures committed […] Bigtechnology April 19, 2024April 19, 2024 3 min read CompetitionTechnology & InnovationAIResults & InvestmentShoppersData & InsightsPredictions and ForecastsExecutivesDeliveryBigTechAssociates 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Department: Consumer Durables Adidas Raises Guidance After Q1 Profit Hike, Shares Jump 8% Shares of Adidas jumped 8.2 percent on Wednesday after the company unexpectedly raised its full-year guidance and reported a year-on-year profit increase in the first quarter, reports CNBC. The German sportswear company said that it now expects currency-neutral revenues to increase at a mid-to high-single-digit rate in full-year 2024, compared with a previous projection of […] TotalRetail April 18, 2024April 24, 2024 < 1 min read Dept. ApparelOperations & Supply ChainCOVID19Predictions and ForecastsExecutivesPartnershipsHoliday & Events 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing The Total Retail Edge: Ultra-Precise, Fast, Hyperpersonalized Direct Mail For retail marketing executives, one area that must not be overlooked is the value of utilizing extremely precise, high-speed, hyperpersonalized direct mail. Despite the rise of digital marketing, direct mail is still broadly utilized by retailers (and other industries) to get marketing messages out to target audiences. This article examines the benefits for retailers in […] TotalRetail April 18, 2024April 24, 2024 5 min read Marketing: Direct & PersonalizationTechnology & InnovationOperations & Supply ChainData & InsightsPricing & PromotionsHealth & WellnessResults & InvestmentDept. FreshDept. PerimeterMarketing: Social MediaAssociatesMarketing: BrandTargetStrategyMarketing: TradeDept. LaundryESG and CSRDept. NonfoodDept. Natural / OrganicExecutivesConsumersAcquisition 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Data & Insights Retail, CPG, logistics location intelligence startup dataplor secures Series A funding round led by Spark Capital Global location intelligence provider, dataplor, has announced a $10.6 million Series A funding round led by Spark Capital. This takes the total raised to date to $20.3 million. The round, which included participation from Quest Venture Partners, Acronym Venture Capital, Circadian Ventures, Two Lanterns Venture Partners and APA Venture Partners, will boost dataplor’s expansion plans, […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Data & InsightsResults & InvestmentPartnershipsTechnology & InnovationStore LocationMarketing: Social MediaOperations & Supply ChainTwitterStart UpsPredictions and ForecastsAIExecutivesInternationalConsumersPricing & Promotions 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces NACDS lauds enactment of Oregon PBM Reform Bill SALEM, OR – The National Association of Chain Drug Stores (NACDS) is applauding the enactment of Oregon House Bill (HB) 4149. The measure, which was signed into law by Governor Tina Kotek (D), promises to help reduce prescription drug costs and preserve Oregonians’ vital access to pharmacy care by holding pharmacy benefit managers (PBM) accountable. […] MMR April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Health & WellnessMarketing: Social MediaDept. PharmacyPredictions and ForecastsGovernmentExecutivesConsumersBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Shopper & Customer Michaels lowers prices on thousands of items IRVING, Texas — The arts & crafts specialty retailer Michaels has announced lower prices on over 5,000 items, offering its customers the opportunity to save on the products they buy most, the company said on Thursday. Lower prices are now in effect across such categories as home décor, art supplies, seasonal items, kids’ projects, wall […] MMR April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read ShoppersData & InsightsMerchandisingMarketing: In StorePricing & PromotionsMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationInternational - North AmericaExecutivesDept. ApparelBrick and Mortar 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Associates & Employees Publix honors associates for community service LAKELAND, Fla. — Publix honored six of its associates for their community involvement, recognizing them with the Mr. George Community Service Award for outstanding commitment to their communities during the company’s annual stockholders’ meeting. The company notes that Publix founder George Jenkins, affectionately known as Mr. George, believed that Publix and its associates should make […] MMR April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read AssociatesRegional GroceryPublixPredictions and ForecastsPhilanthropyOperations & Supply ChainMarketing: Direct & PersonalizationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Delivery Instacart taps CPG veteran for board Victoria Dolan, former CFO of Revlon, is joining the technology company and two board members will retire when their terms expire next month. Grocery Dive April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read InstacartDeliveryTechnology & InnovationExecutives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Corporate Strategy Michaels lowers prices on over 5K products The arts and crafts retailer has dropped prices to 2019 levels or lower, as it aims to help customers “stretch their dollar,” according to the CEO. RetailDive April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read Executives 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Technology & Innovation Why Amazon’s Just Walk Out initiative failed – and why it’s not the end of checkout free technology It recently emerged that Amazon’s Just Walk Out offering is being dropped from Amazon Fresh stores. However, it’s not checkout-free tech that’s failing, it’s the fact that Amazon’s checkout free solution doesn’t work, especially in grocery retailers, argues Will Glaser, Founder and CEO at Grabango. In the dynamic grocery retail landscape, a transformative wave is […] Retail Technology Innovation Hub April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 3 min read Technology & InnovationAmazonMarketing: Social MediaTwitterTech: CashierlessShoppersMerchandisingConsumersPredictions and ForecastsDept. FreshAldiRegional GroceryBrick and MortarStore FormatDept. PerimeterTrends: TechDept. Natural / OrganicCustomer ExperienceMarketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionExecutivesHealth & WellnessTrends: RetailMarketing: TradeTrends: ConsumerSponsored 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing JCPenney Aims to Give $500 Million Back to Customers with Revamped Rewards Program JCPenney is the latest retailer to reconfigure its rewards program with the debut of a simplified loyalty offering that nearly doubles the rate at which members earn rewards. With this enhanced earning potential, JCPenney estimates that it could return as much as half-a-billion dollars back to its customers in the form of rewards, said Katie […] Retail TouchPoints April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 2 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionShoppersTargetRegional GroceryAlbertsons / SafewayPredictions and ForecastsMarketing: Social MediaCustomer ExperienceLowesCVSPricing & PromotionsStrategyDept. HBCExecutivesBrick and MortarMarketing: TradeMarketing: Direct & Personalization 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Why J.C. Penney’s loyalty program is the next step in its $1B turnaround plan Chief Customer Officer Katie Mullen explains how the retailer’s revamped program will deliver value to consumers and boost first-party data reserves. RetailDive April 18, 2024April 18, 2024 < 1 min read Marketing: Loyalty & SubscriptionConsumersShoppersExecutivesData & Insights 0 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Ecommerce & Digital Channel: Grocery - Natural Department: Nonfood Corporate Finance Media & Marketing Retailer Media Data & Insights International Technology & Innovation Stores & Formats Amazon tops expectations for revenue, earnings SEATTLE – Amazon posted better-than-expected revenue and earnings in the quarter ended March 31. Net sales increased 13% from a year earlier to $143.3 billion. The company reported first-quarter net income of $10.4 billion, or 98 cents a diluted share, compared to $3.2 billion a year earlier. Amazon’s operating income surged to $15.3 billion, up […] Written by MMR May 1, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Channel: Grocery Acquisitions, Divestitures & Mergers 5 things top news: Kroger tries to strengthen merger deal The most impactful news in the grocery industry for the week ending April 26 Written by Supermarket News April 30, 2024April 30, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Trends & External Forces Department & Category Department: Food Department: HBC Corporate Strategy ESG Technology & Innovation Trends & External Forces Associates & Employees Stores & Formats Walmart to close all 51 health centers BENTONVILLE, Ark. — Walmart today said it has made the “difficult decision” to close its Walmart Health and Walmart Virtual Care clinics, citing a lack of profitability. “The decision to close all 51 health centers across five states and shut down the virtual care offering was not easy. We understand this change affects lives – […] Written by MMR April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Owned Brands (Private Label) Department & Category Owned Brands (Private Label) Walmart adds new grocery line to private brands portfolio The retailer said its new bettergoods line includes 300 items and marks its largest private brand food launch in 20 years. Written by Grocery Dive April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked
Media & Marketing Department: Consumer Durables Department: Food Media & Marketing Data & Insights Technology & Innovation Associates & Employees A new Walmart in-store AI is giving employees advice on how to sell products before it’s too late Walmart store employees are starting to get advice from an AI on when produce is about to go bad and when certain clothing items may need to be put on sale. Written by CNBC April 30, 2024May 1, 2024 Saving Bookmark this article Bookmarked