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Bed Bath & Beyond Redesigns and Transforms Flagship Store in New York City

by Katie Lee July 21, 2021

Union, N.J. — Bed Bath & Beyond is reopening its flagship store in New York City after undergoing a complete transformation since last December to modernize the in-store shopping experience. The renovated 92,000-square-foot flagship, located at 620 6th Ave. in Chelsea, is an expression of the new Bed Bath & Beyond in the $180 billion home market. With open sightlines and improved layout, in-store digital shopping tools through the Bed Bath & Beyond mobile app, and an inspiring collection of Owned Brands and national brands for every room of the …

July 21, 2021

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Qurate Retail, Inc. Names Next President and CEO

by Katie Lee July 20, 2021

Englewood, Colo. — Qurate Retail, Inc. has hired David Rawlinson II to assume the role of president and CEO, effective October 1. He will succeed Mike George, who is retiring, after a 2-month transition period beginning August 1, during which time Rawlinson will serve as president and CEO-elect. “We are pleased to welcome David Rawlinson to the Qurate family,” says Greg Maffei, executive chairman of Qurate Retail. “David brings an impressive track record of success, most recently with two storied brands, Nielsen and Grainger. At these companies, David was a …

July 20, 2021

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IT’SUGAR Names New Chief Operating Officer

by Katie Lee July 19, 2021

Fort Lauderdale, Fla. — IT’SUGAR, one of the largest specialty candy retailers in North America with 96 retail locations, has appointed Mike Koempel as chief operating officer. He brings to the company extensive experience in strategy, finance, operations, IT and merchandise planning and allocation. Most recently, Koempel spent over 3 years at multibillion-dollar retailer Victoria Secret Lingerie as executive vice president/chief operating officer from 2017 to 2020. Prior to Victoria Secret Lingerie, Koempel served as executive vice president/chief financial officer at L Brands’ Mast Global Division from 2007 to 2017. …

July 19, 2021

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Wilson Sporting Goods Opens First Brick-and-Mortar Retail Location

by Katie Lee July 16, 2021

Chicago — Wilson Sporting Goods Co. has opened its first-ever retail location in its hometown of Chicago. Wilson plans to open additional flagship stores in New York, Los Angeles, Beijing and Shanghai in the coming months. The Chicago store opened on July 15. “With 108 years of history here in Chicago, it was only right that we start this next chapter in our hometown,” says Joe Dudy, president of Wilson Sporting Goods Co. “Wilson is so proud to be Chicago-based, and we hope this new store brings our city that …

July 16, 2021

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Luxury Outerwear Retailer Mackage Appoints New CEO

by Katie Lee July 15, 2021

Montreal — Mackage, the luxury outerwear specialist, has appointed New York City fashion veteran Tanya Golesic as chief executive officer. She joins the Canadian retailer from Jimmy Choo. Golesic is a Canadian who has lived and worked in New York for over 20 years and brings a rare depth of global high fashion experience to Mackage, underscoring the company’s commitment to worldwide growth in the luxury space. “Tanya’s results-driven approach will build brand desirability through innovative digital marketing, focused product assortments and international expansion in key markets. All will serve …

July 15, 2021

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Big Lots Appoints EVP, Chief Technology Officer

by Katie Lee July 14, 2021

Columbus, Ohio — Big Lots, Inc. has appointed Gurmeet Singh as executive vice president, chief technology officer of Big Lots, effective July 12, 2021. He succeeds Stew Wenerstrom, who will be officially retiring in October following a transition period. Singh will report directly to Bruce Thorn, president and chief executive officer of Big Lots. Singh has more than 30 years of experience in information technology. Most recently, he was the group chief digital officer at the Al Futtaim Group in Dubai, leading all technology, data and digital efforts for the …

July 14, 2021

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Levin Management Promotes Senior Property Manager to Portfolio Manager

by Katie Lee July 13, 2021

North Plainfield, N.J. — Denise Ciaravino has been promoted to portfolio manager at Levin Management Corporation (LMC), according to Erika Toscani, vice president of property management. Ciaravino joined the North Plainfield, N.J.-based commercial real estate services firm in 2006 as property manager and was named senior property manager in 2009; for the past decade she has overseen the day-to-day operation of a shopping center portfolio totaling approximately 1 million square feet. In her new role as portfolio manager, Ciaravino will also be the single point of contact for a 9-property, …

July 13, 2021

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Fossil Group Appoints New Chief Digital Officer

by Katie Lee July 12, 2021

Richardson, Texas — Fossil Group, Inc. continues to build on its industry-leading transformation to a digital-first retailer with the appointment of Holly Briedis to the company’s executive leadership team as executive vice president, chief digital officer. “The digital footprint of consumers continues to grow, and brands leaning into this evolution are the ones driving growth,” says Kosta Kartsotis, Fossil Group’s chairman and CEO. “Holly’s extensive leadership and expertise in driving customer-centered digital transformations for retail brands during her time with McKinsey & Company will help Fossil Group cement itself as …

July 12, 2021

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Bloomingdale’s to Open Smaller-Footprint Bloomie’s Store in Metro Washington, D.C.

by Katie Lee July 9, 2021

Fairfax, Va. — Bloomingdale’s plans to open its first Bloomie’s store at the Mosaic District shopping center in Fairfax on August 26. Bloomingdale’s is the latest retailer to unveil an updated store concept designed to reflect the changing wants and needs of shoppers following the COVID-19 pandemic. The new, smaller-footprint concept will span 22,000 square feet and feature an evolving mix of merchandise from top brands alongside tech-enabled stylist services and a restaurant. A standard Bloomingdale’s location spans approximately 200,000 square feet. Fresh deliveries from a mix of designers already …

July 9, 2021

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Dollar General Expands Healthcare Services with Newly Created Chief Medical Officer Role

by Katie Lee July 8, 2021

Goodlettsville, Tenn. — Dollar General Corporation is expanding its healthcare offering to continue to meet more of its customers’ needs and establish itself as a health destination. This effort includes the appointment of Albert Wu, M.D. to the newly created position of vice president, chief medical officer. He joined the company on July 6 and reports to Jeff Owen, Dollar General’s chief operating officer. Dr. Wu will help to develop Dollar General’s new healthcare services efforts by establishing and strengthening relationships with current and prospective healthcare product and service providers …

July 8, 2021

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