Ask any wholesale business owner about their struggles, and you’ll likely encounter a common theme – the challenge of attracting and retaining customers. Indeed, it takes innovative solutions to stand out in today’s dynamic marketplace and appeal to wholesale buyers. This is where implementing effective WooCommerce discounts on your online store comes into play. Offering…
Walmart has named Kath McLay as its new President and CEO of Walmart International, replacing retiring 27-year Walmart veteran Judith McKenna. Chris Nicholas, currently COO of Walmart U.S., will replace McLay as President and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S., with both changes taking effect Sept. 11, 2023. McLay, who joined Walmart in 2015, had roles…
TikTok is continuing to build out its commerce-related services with the launch of ecommerce fulfillment for companies in the UK selling via TikTok Shop. The UK, along with several markets in Asia, was one of the first regions where TikTok Shop commerce functionality was made available. Now the UK also will be the first market…
Gen Z and their younger counterparts in Gen Alpha are often referred to as “digital natives.” But what exactly does that mean? And more importantly, how does this “native” status impact the methods brands use to engage these current and future consumers? A panel at the June 2023 Retail Innovation Conference & Expo provided answers…
The U.S. food retail industry comprises nearly 63,000 grocery stores and supermarkets, which amounted to $765.98 billion in sales in 2021. To stay competitive, retailers need to create and maintain loyal customers; 43% of customers spend more on brands to which they are loyal. Plus, delighted customers quickly turn into loyal brand ambassadors, helping bring…
Editor’s Note: Target CEO Brian Cornell responded to the retailer’s removal of LGBTQ-themed merchandise from stores during June 2023, a.k.a. Pride Month, during an Aug. 16, 2023 call discussing Target’s Q2 financial results. He cited the “negative guest reaction” as one factor affecting the retailer’s sales in these comments: “As you know, we have featured…
Gucci will bring its fashion authority and 102-year legacy of Italian craftsmanship to JD.com, creating a digital flagship store on the Chinese ecommerce platform. The online store will include a full range of Gucci brand services, including access to Gucci’s online client advisor service. With the launch of its new online environment, Gucci plans to…
More than 10,000 products from Petco are now available for delivery nationwide via the DoorDash Marketplace, including food, treats, toys, beds, bowls and other supplies. The retailer began offering same-day delivery in partnership with DoorDash in December 2020. Petco also has updated its mobile app to include a streamlined, centralized profile for pets’ wellness needs,…
Sustainable CPG brand Grove Collaborative is making some major leadership changes to follow through on its vision for future growth and market expansion. Co-founder Stuart Landesberg is out as CEO and is being replaced by Jeff Yurcisin, who previously held CEO positions at Zulily and Shopbop and was a longtime Amazon executive. Yurcisin will tap…
Macy’s, Inc. has appointed Massimo (Max) Magni as its new Chief Customer and Digital Officer. Magni will begin on Aug. 21, 2023 and report directly to President and CEO-elect Tony Spring. Magni is a 20-year-plus veteran of McKinsey & Company with extensive experience working across a host of iconic brands in apparel, beauty, consumer goods,…
