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Impossible Foods makes executive changes for a ‘decisive year,’ CEO says
The plant-based pioneer appointed Colgate-Palmolive veteran Elaine Paik as its new CFO, while Emma Hutchens takes over as chief people officer.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 24, 2024 -
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Amer Sports eyes $8.7B valuation in IPO
The retailer, which owns Wilson and Arc’teryx, is looking to raise up to $1.8 billion in its public market debut.
By Nate Delesline III • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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How the purpose of stores is evolving
Stores have always evolved in order to compete as times, technology and tastes change. And, most of all, to please customers.
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Beyond Yoga taps Old Navy, Athleta veteran Nancy Green as CEO
Co-founder Michelle Wahler will step down next month. Chief Operations Officer and Chief Financial Officer Jesse Adams is also leaving.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Solo Stove’s viral Snoop Dogg partnership fails to spark up sales
Owner Solo Brands kicked off the year by shaking up leadership and cutting its 2023 revenue expectations due to hefty marketing expenditures.
By Peter Adams • Jan. 23, 2024 -
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Casper appoints Purple veteran as CEO
The DTC mattress brand brought on Joe Megibow as its chief executive, succeeding Emilie Arel, who has held the position since 2021.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Digital Brands Group plots 50 stores
The company said its first location will open by March and plans to use it to offload excess inventory, particularly from its Sundry acquisition.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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Beautycounter founder returns as CEO
Gregg Renfrew will take on the role, once again, on Feb. 1. Marc Rey left the position in May last year.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 22, 2024 -
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The Honey Pot to be acquired
Through an acquisition with Compass Diversified, the feminine care brand plans to expand into other product categories.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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As consumers pull back on discretionary spending, Chewy focuses on healthcare
The online pet retailer’s CEO discussed its recent launch into vet clinics and what’s driving the increased demand for pet health.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 19, 2024 -
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Allbirds looks to sports veterans for chief marketing, design roles
Kelly Olmstead, who joined the brand last year, has been promoted to chief marketer, while Adrian Nyman takes on the new design position.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Yeti leans into post-purchase communication to engage customers
“You need excellence all the way from the homepage through a package arriving at their doorstep,” said Yeti’s director of software engineering.
By Bryan Wassel • Jan. 18, 2024 -
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Eighth Day names beauty veteran Savannah Sachs CEO
The luxury skin care company, which recently received funding from L Catterton, is bringing on the former chief executive of Tula for its top role.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Hello Bello names new CEO
Will Righeimer will lead the Kristen Bell and Dax Shepard-founded baby brand after it was bought out of bankruptcy last month.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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‘It’s going to be a very tough year’: Casper CEO on the home goods market in 2024
The executive, along with Brooklinen CEO Billy May, discussed challenges in the sector and how to usher DTC brands into the next era of growth.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 17, 2024 -
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Lululemon taps new global creative director
Jonathan Cheung is taking on the role, while JJ Collier joins the retailer in the newly created position of vice president of design for outerwear.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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Casper unveils new store concept in California
An existing Costa Mesa location underwent a refresh to highlight the brand’s top focus points: cooling, support and comfort.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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8 DTC brands to keep an eye on in 2024
With some brands filing for bankruptcy or shutting down entirely, 2023 paved the way for innovation from newer companies.
By Caroline Jansen • Jan. 16, 2024 -
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All Showfields stores close
The company, now in bankruptcy, has showcased DTC brands, which until recently have largely avoided wholesale partnerships or physical retail.
By Daphne Howland • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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DTC skin care brand Curology launches on Amazon
Following its entrance into physical retail in late 2022 through its partnership with Target, the brand continues to expand its distribution network.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Under Armour taps new chief product officer, head of Americas
Industry veteran Yassine Saidi will take over product, and Kara Trent will replace David Baxter in the brand’s largest region.
By Cara Salpini • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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ColumnThe Weekly Closeout: Layoffs at Amazon and LeBron James partners with Fanatics
The e-commerce giant cut jobs in Prime Video and MGM Studios, while the NBA superstar joined Fanatics Collectibles.
By Retail Dive Staff • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Beyond Meat CFO takes on chief accounting officer responsibilities
Following Henry Dieu’s departure from the plant-based pioneer, Lubi Kutua is adding to his already full plate.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 12, 2024 -
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Meati Foods at Target? It’s part of the plant-based company’s growth strategy
The mushroom-meat maker opens the new year with a major retail distribution deal and more lofty goals.
By Elizabeth Flood • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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After Beyond Yoga suppliers stiffed workers, DOL recovers $1.1M in wages, damages
The U.S. Department of Labor’s settlement for 165 Los Angeles-based workers is the largest one to date for garment workers in the Golden State.
By Zoya Mirza • Jan. 11, 2024 -
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Blueland available in all 515 Whole Foods locations
The move further expands the reach of the DTC cleaning brand, which is also sold through Costco, Meijer, Target and others.
By Howard Ruben • Jan. 10, 2024
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