Seattle — The combined store count of the four major dollar store chains has surpassed that of the three biggest national drugstore chains, according to a new study by Colliers International.
Hingham, MA — This week, Talbots’ board of directors formally began the process of identifying a successor to Trudy F. Sullivan, the company’s president and CEO.
Austin, TX — DMX, Inc. and its digital signage partner, 11Giraffes, were selected by Bass Pro Shops to launch its new digital signage program throughout the U.S. and Canada.
San Diego — IKEA has officially plugged in three electric vehicle charging stations at its San Diego store as part of its partnership with ECOtality, Inc.
Wellington, FL — Focus Lighting, LED Source and Toshiba all teamed up to incorporate LED lighting into the renovation of Starbucks’ new flagship location in Times Square.
King of Prussia, PA — Simon Property Group plans to connect the two main shopping venues of King of Prussia Mall via a 140,000-square-foot retail and restaurant expansion.
Hong Kong — Gap Inc. has launched its first flagship store in Hong Kong. The company expects to grow the fleet to about 45 stores in China by the end of fiscal 2012.