Operations: Page 80


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    Chico’s promotes company veteran to CFO post

    David Oliver will take over the position from Patrick Guido, who accepted a role with another company, on June 24.

    By June 13, 2023
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    PayPal revamps SMB approach

    The digital payments pioneer told investors that it’s counting on a revised small and mid-sized business strategy to drive higher profit margins.

    By Lynne Marek • June 13, 2023
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    Trendline

    How retailers are deploying in-store technology

    Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    New York City’s retail employment continues to lag

    Even hard-hit restaurants have bounced back faster, with areas dependent on tourists and office workers in the worst shape, according to a new report.

    By June 12, 2023
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    Ollie’s raises outlook, plans to open 45 new stores in 2023

    The closeout-oriented retailer said it may expand its mix of directly sourced merchandise as its store footprint grows. 

    By Nate Delesline III • June 12, 2023
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    Wawa and 7-Eleven recently split their president and CEO roles. Here’s why that’s significant.

    The move is becoming increasingly common among large, complex companies and those growing rapidly, according to an expert on corporate leadership.

    By Brett Dworski • June 12, 2023
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    Macy’s doubles down on inventory discipline as demand falters

    Inventories at the department store retailer were down 7% as it keeps its budget open to buy in-demand product.

    By June 12, 2023
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    How Starbucks builds customer relationships to improve bottom-line figures

    Building a brand that resonates with its customers on many levels rarely happens organically. Discover how Starbucks creates loyal customers through innovative customer relationship strategies.

    June 12, 2023
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    Nike will return to DSW stores, website this fall

    The news comes just a week after Macy’s CEO Jeff Gennette announced the athletics brand would return to key locations in October.

    By June 9, 2023
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    The Weekly Closeout: Yeezy sells despite controversy, Tamagotchi makes a comeback

    All 12 styles Adidas released sold out, Wedbush said. Meanwhile, the ’90s-era toy has a new metaverse play and a tie-up with TikTok star Charli D’Amelio.

    By Retail Dive Staff • June 9, 2023
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    Timberland taps longtime Nike veteran as chief merchandising officer

    The brand said that the hire of Archie McEachern for the newly created role completes its global product reorganization.

    By June 9, 2023
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    Vegamour founder steps down as CEO

    Daniel Hodgdon will remain on the hair care brand’s board of directors as Robert Schaeffler takes over the chief executive role.

    By Dani James • June 8, 2023
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    J. Jill refinances long-term debt, plans new POS

    After warning of potential bankruptcy in 2020, the retailer is now focused on investments to enhance its omnichannel capabilities.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 8, 2023
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    Excess inventory at Neiman Marcus squeezes Q3 margins

    Some consumers showed wariness in the period, but the department store said its top customers, brands and stores continue to do well.

    By June 8, 2023
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    GameStop CEO fired, Ryan Cohen appointed executive chairman

    Matt Furlong has served as chief executive since June 2021. Meanwhile, the company canceled its first-quarter earnings call on Wednesday.

    By Dani James • Updated June 8, 2023
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    Wayfair’s chief commercial officer to exit

    Steve Oblak, who is leaving the company after 14 years, will be succeeded by Jon Blotner, who oversees the company’s private labels and specialty retailers.

    By June 7, 2023
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    Lovesac C-suite shifts while Q1 net sales increase

    The furniture brand’s CFO and chief strategy officers are retiring effective June 30 while the company looks to invest in tech for growth.

    By Dani James • June 7, 2023
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    Adidas offers student loan help for US employees

    The company is also offering free financial coaching, as 80% of employees say that student debt is stressing them out.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 7, 2023
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    Stitch Fix mulls exiting the UK amid ongoing sales declines

    The apparel box e-retailer, focused on profits and expense cuts, is closing two warehouses. But analysts wonder when revenues will rebound.

    By June 7, 2023
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    Walmart Connect expands in-store ad formats as shoppers return en masse

    The company’s ad division is drawing from a traditional shopper marketer playbook by in-housing product demos and testing ads in its radio network.

    By Peter Adams • June 7, 2023
  • BuyBuy Baby could get bought as buyers express interest

    The retailer may not disappear if one of several bidders, including Babylist, acquires its digital brand or brick-and-mortar locations.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 6, 2023
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    Joann looks to private labels to help cut costs, boost sales

    Falling freight expenses are also getting the sewing and crafts retailer closer to its $200 million savings goal, announced earlier this year.

    By June 6, 2023
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    Victoria’s Secret expands Amazon assortment to include apparel, lingerie

    The retailer opened its Amazon storefront last year with 120 beauty products in an effort to stoke sales within the category.

    By June 6, 2023
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    Great Jones sold to maker of KitchenAid, Farberware

    Under Meyer, the DTC cookware brand’s co-founder and CEO, Sierra Tishgart, will continue to lead the brand.

    By June 6, 2023
  • CBD brand Lord Jones exits US business

    Lord Jones — which is owned by cannabis company Cronos Group — will launch as an adult-use brand in Canada during the fourth quarter.

    By Dani James • June 6, 2023
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    Foxtrot opens its biggest store to date

    The new site will feature an indoor-outdoor covered patio in addition to Foxtrot’s signature locally sourced food and beverage options.

    By Brett Dworski • June 6, 2023