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Batteries Plus Opens 22 Stores in 2021; Plans to Open 55 this Year

by Katie Lee

Hartland, Wis. — The nation’s largest and fastest-growing battery, light bulb, key fob and phone repair franchise, Batteries Plus, has solidified a record-breaking year in 2021. Significant fourth quarter growth caps off 12 months of success for the retail brand which brought a total of 88 signings through multi-unit agreements and organic growth with current franchisees. Twenty-two new stores opened during 2021. Included in the 88 new store agreements were many multi-unit signings, including a 10-unit signing for Nevada and Utah; another 10-unit deal in Texas and Louisiana; an 8-unit …

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Big Lots Sets Long Term Growth Goals

by Katie Lee

Columbus, Ohio — Big Lots, Inc. has provided a long-range growth and margin outlook, including a sales goal of $8-$10 billion driven by approximately 500 net store openings, merchandise sales productivity initiatives and continued e-commerce growth; an operating margin goal of 6% to 8% driven by gross margin improvement and expense leverage; and a return on invested capital goal of 20% to 25%. “We are highly confident that Operation North Star has put us on track to create tremendous long term value for shareholders, and that we now have the …

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New Phoenix Office Accelerates Growth for Cuhaci Peterson

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Maitland, Fla. — Cuhaci Peterson has added another office to its location portfolio. The Central Florida-based architecture and engineering firm has opened its new Phoenix office. Located in downtown Phoenix, the new space is in the historic Luhrs Tower. The local staff of nearly 15 will support the firm’s services in the grocery and retail sectors, among others. “The decision to expand our presence into Phoenix was a logical step in our business growth strategy,” says CEO Greg Simpson. “The area is rich with diverse talent, home to some of …

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The Cato Corporation’s CFO to Retire; Successor Named

by Katie Lee

Charlotte, N.C. — John R. Howe, executive vice president and chief financial officer of The Cato Corporation, plans to retire on January 17, 2022 following 35 years of service with the company. He will remain employed with Cato through May 1, 2022 to assist with the transition. Chuck Knight will succeed Howe as executive vice president and chief financial officer, effective January 17, 2022. He joins the company following previous service with The Vitamin Shoppe, first as senior vice president, chief accounting officer, and then as executive vice president, chief …

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SMG Partners with 85-Store Golf Retailer, Club Champion

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Kansas City, Mo. — Service Management Group (SMG), a global customer, patient, employee and brand experience management partner to more than 500 brands, is working with specialty golf retailer Club Champion on a new customer experience management program. The nation’s top club fitter and builder chose SMG for its location-level insights, industry-leading professional services and focus on business outcomes. Established in 2010, Club Champion operates more than 85 locations in major markets across the United States. The specialty retailer offers club fitting and building, repair services, personalization and private events. …

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MINISO Marks Milestone in Boston with 5,000th Store Globally

by Katie Lee

Boston — Lifestyle retailer MINISO has hit yet another milestone. On December 18, the brand’s 5,000th store opened in Boston, bringing its variety of affordable plush toys and household items to the New England region for the first time. Three other stores opened in California, Pennsylvania and another Massachusetts city on the same day. MINISO’s expansion in North America is among the brand’s fastest in the world, reflecting the high priority the brand places on this market. Since its regional debut in North America, MINISO has expanded to key locations …

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A Pea in the Pod Opens New Concept Stores in Chicago and NYC

by Katie Lee

Moorestown, N.J. — A Pea in the Pod, the well-known designer and specialty retailer of luxe maternity apparel and accessories, is returning to its retail roots with the recent opening of two new concept stores in Chicago and New York City, in partnership with Leap. The new stores, which mark the company’s first physical retail presence since before the pandemic, also offer some of the most popular styles from Motherhood Maternity, sister brand of A Pea in the Pod. “We are excited to announce we will be opening a handful of …

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Smart & Final Names New President

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Commerce, Calif. — Smart & Final, the smaller, faster grocery warehouse store for household and business customers, has named Scott Drew as its new president. Dave Hirz, current president and CEO, has been with Smart & Final for almost 12 years and is retiring on February 1, 2022. Drew has been with Smart & Final since March 2010, serving as chief operating officer since June 2020. With almost 45 years in the grocery industry, he began his career in 1977 as a courtesy clerk. Prior to joining the Smart & …

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Casey’s Closes Acquisition of 40 Pilot Stores

by Katie Lee

Ankeny, Iowa — Casey’s General Stores, Inc., a leading convenience store chain in the United States, has closed the previously announced acquisition of 40 stores from Pilot Corporation. The acquisition gives Casey’s immediate scale in the Knoxville, Tenn., market and is part of the implementation of its 3-year strategic plan that was shared in January 2020 when the company set a 3-year goal of adding 345 stores to its chain. “We are pleased to complete this transaction and expand our footprint in Tennessee and Kentucky,” says Darren Rebelez, president and …

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Hudson Becomes First Travel Retailer to Deploy Amazon One

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East Rutherford, N.J. — Hudson, a Dufry company and travel experience leader with more than 1,000 stores in airports, commuter hubs, landmarks and tourist destinations across North America, is the first retailer in the travel industry to offer Amazon’s palm recognition service, Amazon One. Amazon One is now available at Hudson Nonstop — powered by Just Walk Out technology — at Dallas Love Field Airport (DAL). Hudson continues to expand its digital offerings to enhance customer service and reimagine the shopping journey. Now with the addition of Amazon One, Hudson …

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