Sunday, October 26, 2025
Read the Magazine Subscribe
Author

Katie Lee

construction and designgreen building/LEEDNewsretailers

Subaru Introduces New Immersive Design to Transform Retail Locations

by Katie Lee

Camden, N.J. — Subaru of America, Inc. has unveiled the Subaru Connection Hub, the automaker’s first full redesign of its national retailer network since 2007. The new concept reimagines the automotive retail experience, transforming dealerships into immersive, hospitality-driven spaces that strengthen customer relationships and community connections. The exterior architectural language draws inspiration from parks, pavilions and great plazas to create a new expression that welcomes everyone into the showroom. Inside, the new Subaru Connection Hub concept showcases vehicles paired with curated merchandising tools, gear and accessories. Spaces will also include …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Newsrestaurantsretailers

Ralph Lauren to Open ‘The Polo Bar Ralph Lauren’ in London

by Katie Lee

New York and London — Ralph Lauren will open a new restaurant as part of its renowned hospitality portfolio, The Polo Bar Ralph Lauren, in London. The restaurant will be located at 1 Hanover Square and is set to open in 2028. Building on the international acclaim of The Polo Bar, which opened in New York in 2015 and quickly became a widely celebrated and iconic restaurant, the London location will showcase the brand’s signature charm and timeless elegance with a refined, yet welcoming dining experience. “I have always been …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Newsretailers

Big Lots! To Celebrate Grand Opening Across All Stores on Oct. 30

by Katie Lee

Henderson, N.C. — Big Lots! is officially back. After months of anticipation, hard work and support from customers, Big Lots!, under new ownership, will mark a grand opening celebration for all stores that opened earlier this year. Celebrations will be held at all open Big Lots! locations on Oct. 30, 2025. Earlier this year, Big Lots! reopened in 15 states with Variety Wholesalers acquiring the brand’s intellectual property and 219 store locations. “We’re proud to bring Big Lots! Back — better than ever,” says Lisa Seigies, president and CEO of …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Newspeoplerestaurants

Cracker Barrel Makes Changes to Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Lebanon, Tenn. — Cracker Barrel Old Country Store, Inc. is making changes to its leadership and organizational structure. Doug Hisel, previously vice president, field operations, has been promoted to senior vice president, store operations, overseeing field operations and operations services. Hisel is an 18-year veteran of Cracker Barrel and brings a strong ability to balance operational excellence with a deep understanding of people and Cracker Barrel’s processes and standards. He started at the company as an associate manager in Indianapolis in 2007 and has served in various other operations roles …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
NewsProduct Spotlightretailerssoftware/technologysupply chainvendors

Blain’s Farm & Fleet to Transform Supply Chain Operations with RELEX

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — Blain’s Farm & Fleet, the most trusted name in Midwestern retail, has selected RELEX Solutions, a leading provider of unified supply chain and retail planning technology, to improve its forecasting, allocation and replenishment operations. Blain’s will boost efficiency and enhance customer experience across its distribution center and 45 stores with RELEX. This initiative will bring together delivery, advisory and industry experience from Logic, part of Accenture, with the RELEX AI-driven technology. As Blain’s Farm & Fleet continues to expand and to evolving consumer expectations, it saw the need …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
construction and designNewsretailers

Rural King Opens First Store in Mississippi

by Katie Lee

Mattoon, Ill. — Rural King, a family-owned retailer dedicated to the rural lifestyle, is opening its first Mississippi store in Columbus. With a legacy spanning over six decades, Rural King has established itself as a cornerstone of the communities it serves. The new Mississippi location uses innovative features designed to enhance the shopping experience, including mobile and self-checkouts, while maintaining the personal touch that defines Rural King’s customer service. “We are thrilled to open our first Mississippi store in Columbus,” says Steve Barbarick, Rural King CEO. “This is an exciting …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
construction and designfranchise developmentNewsrestaurants

Donatos Pizza Aims to Develop 50+ Locations Across the Carolinas

by Katie Lee

Columbus, Ohio — Donatos Pizza is partnering with new franchise owners to begin adding more than 50 new locations across the Carolinas over the next several years. Cities in North Carolina include Charlotte, Raleigh, Wilmington, High Point and Greensboro. Cities in South Carolina include Greenville, Spartanburg and Columbia. In North Carolina, Donatos already serves guests through 16 Red Robin locations. South Carolina has Donatos Edge to Edge® pizzas available in four Red Robin locations in addition to four traditional restaurants in Summerville, Boiling Springs, West Ashley and Fort Mill. “This …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Newspeopleretailers

Five Below Appoints New CFO and Chief Merchandising Officer

by Katie Lee

Philadelphia — Five Below, Inc., an extreme-value retailer, has appointed Daniel Sullivan as chief financial officer (CFO) and Michelle Israel as chief merchandising officer (CMO), effective Oct. 6, 2025. Both executives will report to Winnie Park, chief executive officer. Sullivan will be responsible for Five Below’s financial operations and related strategies, overseeing its finance, information technology (IT) and asset protection teams. Israel will be responsible for merchandising, planning, allocation, product sourcing, as well as product development, quality and compliance. “We are thrilled to welcome Dan and Michelle to the Five …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
franchise developmentNewspeoplerestaurants

Happy Joe’s Expands Leadership Team

by Katie Lee

Davenport, Iowa — Happy Joe’s Pizza & Ice Cream has added several seasoned leaders to its executive team, including Jenny Culp as vice president of purchasing and supply chain and Christopher Anschutz as vice president of restaurant operations. Culp has played a major role within the brand’s operations and supply chain since 2007, most recently serving as the director of purchasing and supply chain. In her new role as vice president, she will oversee sourcing, vendor partnerships and distribution strategies that position franchisees for success while ensuring consistency, quality and …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
ADA complianceconstruction and designNewsProduct Spotlightretailerssoftware/technology

Target Launches First-of-its-Kind Accessible Self-Checkout Nationwide

by Katie Lee

Minneapolis — Target Corporation has launched a first-of-its-kind accessible self-checkout experience, designed with and for guests with disabilities, including those who are blind or have low vision. Beginning this holiday season and continuing into early 2026, the solution will roll out to self-checkout stations across Target stores nationwide. “This season brings so much joy for our guests, but we know it can be overwhelming, too. That is why even small wins matter — like an accessible self-checkout that helps guests shop their way, with confidence,” says Adrienne Costanzo, executive vice …

Continue Reading
0 FacebookTwitterPinterestEmail
Newer Posts
Older Posts