Operations: Page 85


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    Revlon CEO Debra Perelman exits

    Elizabeth Smith, who has served as the company’s executive chair since May, has been named interim chief executive officer. 

    By Aug. 1, 2023
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    Minted launches wedding marketplace

    The platform is entering the wedding market as David’s Bridal undergoes its post-bankruptcy turnaround.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Aug. 1, 2023
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    Trendline

    How retailers are thinking about in-store experience

    Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    CVS to lay off 5K employees amid cost pressures

    The layoffs come as CVS faces significant integration costs from M&A activity, including its $10.6 billion buy of Oak Street and $8 billion acquisition of Signify.

    By Rebecca Pifer • Aug. 1, 2023
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    How Brooks Running is deepening its supply chain visibility

    The sports apparel retailer implemented traceability platform TrusTrace as the company works toward its responsible sourcing goals.

    By Kelly Stroh • Aug. 1, 2023
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    Walgreens hunts for new CFO with healthcare experience

    The pharmacy chain’s controller will take the CFO seat on an interim basis as Walgreens embarks on an aggressive cost-saving plan.

    By Grace Noto • July 31, 2023
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    Walmart ups stake in Flipkart after buying additional shares from Tiger Global

    The mass merchant in 2018 became Flipkart's largest shareholder after paying $16 billion for an initial 77% stake in the company.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 31, 2023
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    How Amazon reached its ‘fastest Prime speeds ever’ in Q2

    A regional fulfillment model, machine learning and the use of same-day delivery facilities helped the company achieve that milestone, an executive said.

    By Max Garland • July 31, 2023
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    Walmart aims for affordable, sustainable clothing with carbon capture tech pilot

    A test with Rubi Laboratories seeks to integrate carbon capture technology across the retail giant’s supply chain and produce affordable apparel from the emissions.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • July 31, 2023
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    Amazon opens robotics fulfillment center in Detroit

    More than 1,200 employees will help pick, pack and ship items while working "with innovative technology," the company said.

    By Max Garland • July 31, 2023
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    Bed Bath & Beyond’s Etlin: Lessons for CFOs staring down bankruptcy

    With the messy task of closing hundreds of Bed Bath & Beyond stores poised to be completed this month, the home-goods retailer’s Holly Etlin reflects on her role as a kind of “uber CFO.”

    By Maura Webber Sadovi • July 31, 2023
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    Retail rents rise in Q2 as availability tightens: CBRE

    As more retailers move to strip centers, space is opening up at malls, according to a report from the retail real estate investment firm.

    By July 28, 2023
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    GameStop CFO resigns after about a year

    Diana Saadeh-Jajeh’s departure, effective Aug. 11, extends the streak of executive turnover at the retailer.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 28, 2023
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    Eat Meati expands footprint with Whole Foods launch

    The mushroom root-based meat alternative continues to scale its fully vertically integrated manufacturing capabilities to support its rapid growth in both retail and food service locations.

    By Elizabeth Flood • July 28, 2023
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    The Weekly Closeout: REI expands travel offerings and Amazon, iRobot modify merger price

    The outdoors retailer is expanding rentals, day tours and multiday adventures, while the e-commerce giant and iRobot amended the terms of their agreement. 

    By Retail Dive Staff • July 28, 2023
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    Hairstory fills out its C-suite

    Over the past several months, the DTC hair care brand has named a new CEO, chief marketing officer, vice president of sales and design director.

    By Howard Ruben • July 28, 2023
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    Adidas to release more Yeezy inventory in August, including through wholesale partners

    The decision comes just a few days after the athletics retailer raised its guidance, citing the “positive impact” of the first Yeezy sale.

    By July 28, 2023
  • Tractor Supply to expand its footprint, aiming for 3K nationwide

    The retailer is also doubling down on leased stores and will leverage a sale-leaseback strategy to help fund its expansion.

    By July 27, 2023
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    Overstock revenue falls 20% ahead of Bed Bath & Beyond rebrand

    CEO Jonathan Johnson said the company is on track to relaunch in the U.S. next month, and in-app promotions will replace the retailer’s iconic blue coupons.

    By Nate Delesline III • July 27, 2023
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    Warehouse automation expected to pick up after hitting ‘rock bottom’

    E-commerce and warehouse construction activity are showing signs of recovery, which could lead to increased demand for automation tools, according to Interact Analysis.

    By Alexei Alexis • July 27, 2023
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    Podcast

    The Backroom: Jason Del Rey and ‘Winner Sells All’

    One of the most prolific journalists covering the retail industry leverages his deep sourcing for an in-depth book about Amazon versus Walmart.

    By Retail Dive Staff • July 27, 2023
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    Lowe’s expands same-day delivery nationwide with OneRail

    The expansion aligns with the company's "Total Home Strategy" to drive long-term financial growth, Chairman and CEO Marvin Ellison said.

    By Max Garland • July 27, 2023
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    Dollar General’s chief strategy officer exits

    Donny Lau’s exit to become CFO of Zaxby’s follows numerous leadership changes and shuffling over the past year at the dollar retailer. 

    By July 27, 2023
  • A person with brown hair and glasses, wearing a long-sleeved lavender button-down shirt, jeans and a wrist-watch, sits on a wooden bench. A plant is behind their right shoulder.
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    Gap Inc. turns to Mattel operations chief Richard Dickson as CEO

    The toy maker's longtime executive was instrumental in reinvigorating Barbie and other signature brands. Can he pull it off again?

    By July 26, 2023
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    Authentic Brands Group acquires Rockport out of bankruptcy

    The brand conglomerate sees an opportunity to expand the footwear company's assortment into a "full lifestyle offering."

    By Nate Delesline III • July 26, 2023
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    Serta Simmons Bedding names CEO

    Following its exit from bankruptcy, the company also named a new chief marketing officer and executive chairman of the board. 

    By July 26, 2023