MeUndies bulks up executive team with new CFO, chief marketer

The two new execs will oversee key functions as the DTC brand charts its growth path.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 13, 2022

Despite a strong Q2, Rent the Runway will lay off a quarter of its corporate employees by the end of the year

The apparel rental firm remains upbeat about its long-term prospects but is slashing costs to clear a path to profitability, executives said Monday.

By Daphne Howland • Sept. 13, 2022

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The state of retail operations

Daily operations have changed tremendously over the past few years, as retailers re-examine topics including shrink and pricing. 

By Retail Dive staff

American Eagle exec named Lands’ End CEO

Andrew McLean will assume the CEO role following the planned retirement of current chief executive Jerome Griffith in January. 

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 13, 2022

Railroads cut service in preparation for potential strike

Shippers are calling on Congress to intervene if railroads cannot reach an agreement with two of the largest unions by the end of the week.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Sept. 13, 2022

Peloton co-founders John Foley and Hisao Kushi to exit

The news follows a year of executive changes and widening net losses for the home gym brand.

By Dani James • Sept. 12, 2022

Tuesday Morning gets a lifeline from Pier 1 owners

Retail Ecommerce Ventures is set to provide the retailer with new debt capital as well as access to its e-commerce platform and Pier 1 goods.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 12, 2022

Best Buy bucks the glut trend, boasting healthy inventory

The consumer electronics company saw inventory down 6% year over year in Q2.

By Kate Magill • Sept. 12, 2022

Belk names CEO

Don Hendricks, who has been serving as the department store’s interim CEO since May, has taken the top role. 

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 12, 2022

The Weekly Closeout: Bloomingdale’s turns 150 and Jerry Seinfeld models for Kith

The department store has a slew of celebrations lined up and the sitcom star is just the latest in a history of unexpected models for the streetwear brand.

By Retail Dive Staff • Sept. 9, 2022

Wish CEO exits after 7 months

Vijay Talwar left the company and its board of directors effective immediately, while GGV Capital’s Joe Yan was appointed interim CEO.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 9, 2022

Qurate downgraded by S&P on demand, supply chain challenges

The QVC owner is facing demand declines while prepping for a post-television era.  

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 9, 2022

Walgreens Boots Alliance taps Michaels exec as new CIO

Hsiao Wang, executive vice president and CIO at the craft retailer, brings deep retail experience to the company amid ongoing transformation.

By Roberto Torres • Sept. 9, 2022

As it burns through cash, GameStop says it’s ready to start thinking about profits again

The retailer has pivoted quickly from hires and investments to cost-cutting. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 8, 2022

Kate Spade names head product designers

Tom Mora oversees the design direction for RTW, footwear, jewelry, home and licensed lifestyle categories, while Jennifer Lyu leads the handbag and accessories collections.

By Kaarin Moore • Sept. 8, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond leadership gap a board ‘wake-up call’

The appointment of Laura Crossen as interim CFO has raised questions about the type of permanent finance leadership the company will need. 

By Maura Webber Sadovi • Sept. 8, 2022

Instacart buys e-commerce tech provider Rosie

Rosie’s services are now part of the Instacart Platform, and its staff lead development of the e-commerce giant’s strategy for serving independent retailers.

By Sam Silverstein • Sept. 8, 2022

Reebok lines up new CEO to lead post-Adidas strategy

Todd Krinsky has worked at the brand for 30 years and replaces Matt O’Toole, who will become executive vice chairman of parent company Authentic Brands.

By Cara Salpini • Sept. 7, 2022

Teamsters labor union launches Amazon division

The new arm is dedicated to uniting Amazon workers and securing more workplace protections for them.

By Dani James • Sept. 7, 2022

Lowe’s chief marketing officer exits as company realigns structure

The company is reorganizing its leadership structure, with its marketing team now reporting to Executive Vice President of Merchandising Bill Boltz.

By Caroline Jansen • Sept. 7, 2022

Nike’s new material could ‘change the apparel industry,’ CEO says

The brand's Forward material is created through a production process that uses less energy than traditional knits and wovens.

By Dani James • Sept. 7, 2022

Levi’s opens shop-in-shop in Hudson’s Bay

The brand’s 6,600-square-foot shop features tech-enabled fitting rooms and tailoring services.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Sept. 7, 2022

Bed Bath & Beyond names interim CFO following executive’s death

The retailer announced Chief Accounting Officer Laura Crossen would take over responsibilities in the interim after Gustavo Arnal’s death on Friday.

By Caroline Jansen • Updated Sept. 7, 2022

With volatility and recession talk everywhere, what are retailers’ actual financial risks?

Some players have gotten stronger since the pandemic began. But 2021’s boom times papered over weakness in others.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 6, 2022

Kohl’s gets $2B bid for real estate: Reuters

The retailer has reportedly discussed a leaseback deal with a private equity firm following a breakdown in acquisition talks earlier this year.

By Ben Unglesbee • Sept. 6, 2022

Chewy opens third automated fulfillment center as shipping capacity grows

The pet supply retailer expects to ship a third of its outbound volume from automated facilities by this time next year.

By Megan Ruggles • Sept. 6, 2022