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    New York AG says Target pulling Pride items was ‘wrong’

    In a letter to CEO Brian Cornell, New York Attorney General Letitia James and 14 lawmakers urged “courage” in the face of rising attacks on LGBTQ+ rights.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Puma’s global brand chief to exit amid marketing reorganization

    As part of the restructuring, the athletic brand is moving its marketing organization from Boston to Germany.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Trendline

    Inside retail supply chains

    While supply chains seems to be balancing out, the threat of more disruptions remain. 

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Stitch Fix taps Macy’s digital chief as CEO

    Matt Baer oversaw initiatives like Macy’s new third-party marketplace. He got his start in retail at the family business, Baers Furniture.

    By • June 14, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    Deliveries keep getting faster. Will it last?

    Shippers adjusted to pandemic-related disruptions to reach customers faster. But shifting shopper preferences and cost-cutting efforts may slow things down.

    By Max Garland • June 14, 2023
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    Sweaty Betty appoints new brand president

    Melissa Mullen succeeds former CEO Julia Straus just a few months after Wolverine World Wide announced strategic changes to the athletic brand.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Target stores safe after a series of bomb threats

    In Oklahoma City, messages reportedly invoked the 1995 domestic terrorist attack on the Alfred P. Murrah Federal Building.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Ring Concierge names first chief marketing officer

    Neda Whitney joins the DTC jewelry company from Christie's where she served as its head of marketing for the Americas.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Instant Pot parent company files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

    The Illinois-based company owes tens of millions to suppliers, but plans to stay in business, according to federal court filings.

    By • June 13, 2023
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    Westfield is handing over the keys to San Francisco Centre mall

    Following Nordstrom’s plan to exit, and as part of its own plans to reduce its U.S. holdings, Westfield will transfer the property to its lender.

    By • June 13, 2023
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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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    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 • 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 • 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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    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 • 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 • 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 • June 7, 2023