As a wholesale business owner, you’re likely excited about the prospect of a new year ahead. After all, it’s the opportune time to recalibrate and set new goals for your business. You don’t need to navigate this journey alone – we’re here to guide you during this preparation period by helping you create a solid…
The art of selling is deeply intertwined with the art of human connection. As a retail speaker and trainer with over 30 years of experience, I’ve seen firsthand how the most memorable shopping experiences are those that spark a sense of joy and connection between the customer and the retailer.
Gen Z and Gen Alpha are becoming avid podcast listeners, making them a hot target for media brands and producers. In fact, 30% of Gen Z and 23% of Gen Alpha individuals listen to podcasts every week, according to Edison Research. To better engage with this growing “Gen Zalpha” listener base, Claire’s is partnering with…
The battle between Chinese discount shopping apps Shein and Temu is getting downright nasty. Temu has filed a new lawsuit against Shein alleging much more than run-of-the-mill anticompetitive behavior. The suit alleges that Shein uses “mafia-style tactics” to coerce sellers into severing ties with Temu, including detaining sellers at their offices for up to 10…
Discount grocery chain Save A Lot has named interim CEO Fred Boehler to the role permanently. Boehler has been serving as interim CEO since Oct. 31, following the departure of former CEO Leon Bergmann. Boehler brings more than 30 years of experience across multiple retail and wholesale businesses. He has worked in supply chain at…
Kroger has kicked off a multi-year agreement to have Gatik AI’s autonomous box trucks transport products from the retailer’s Dallas customer fulfillment center to multiple retail locations in the area. The formal launch comes after eight months of local operations, during which time Gatik trucks have made delivery runs multiple times per day, seven days…
Healthcare has been deemed the new battleground for retailers — from behemoths like Walmart and Amazon to traditional drugstore players like CVS and Walgreens. Now, Chewy is embracing the “medtail movement” by opening its first veterinary practices under the brand name “Chewy Vet Care.” The first Chewy Vet Care practice will open in South Florida…
The National Retail Federation (NRF) has introduced the Center for Retail Sustainability, designed to help retailers generate economic value while also creating benefits for the environment, communities and societies. Initial efforts will focus on leveraging consumer insights around sustainability products and practices, and improving supply chain traceability. Through a special partnership with Deloitte, the Center…
Following the remarkable commercial success of the Barbie movie, Mattel is putting its American Girl dolls in the spotlight. Mattel Films is working with Paramount Pictures and Temple Hill Entertainment on a live-action feature film concept based on the doll line. Lindsey Anderson Beer, who also wrote the feature films Pet Semetary: Bloodlines and Sierra…
Sally Beauty has launched a new service offering free, on-demand digital hair coloring consultations with licensed professionals. The retailer piloted the Licensed Colorist OnDemand in two states in August and it’s now available in all 50 states. The digital service connects consumers one-on-one with certified licensed colorists, in real time, to address their hair color…
