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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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Swiss Chocolate Retailer Läderach to Open 15 New Premium Stores in Simon Properties

by Katie Lee July 7, 2021

New York City — Läderach – chocolatier suisse has signed lease agreements with Simon to open 15 new premium chocolate stores from coast-to-coast starting in the beginning of August through September. Each store will feature more than 85 varieties of fresh artisanal chocolate directly from Switzerland. Läderach currently has more than 100 stores worldwide. Each store will feature more than 85 varieties of fresh artisanal chocolate directly from Switzerland to be experienced with the five senses (sight, sound, touch, scent, and taste). The stores will also include a dedicated FrischSchoggi™ …

July 7, 2021

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Williams-Sonoma Names New Sustainability Goals

by Katie Lee July 6, 2021

San Francisco — Williams-Sonoma, Inc. has released its Annual Impact Report and announced several new ambitious goals to further differentiate WSI as the industry leader of sustainable home furnishings. The Annual Impact Report shares the company’s progress and achievements across its three sustainability pillars: people, planet and purpose. The 2020 report also highlights a new goal of having 75% of all WSI products represent one or more of the company’s social and environmental initiatives by 2030, up from 40% as of today. This commitment represents over $1 billion in product …

July 6, 2021

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CrossFit Names Former Nike Executive as President

by Katie Lee July 6, 2021

Boulder, Colo. — CrossFit LLC has appointed former Nike executive Jason Dunlop to the new role of president. Dunlop, a seasoned business leader who also held senior roles at Starbucks and Gap, will help accelerate CrossFit’s global growth. “I’m thrilled to welcome Jason as my partner in leading CrossFit towards our goal of transforming 100 million lives,” says Eric Roza, CEO of CrossFit. “Jason’s expertise leading the hypergrowth of some of the world’s leading brands across Europe, the Middle East and Africa will be a powerful driver for achieving CrossFit’s …

July 6, 2021

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Williams-Sonoma Brand, Rejuvenation, Opens First Store in Minnesota

by Katie Lee July 2, 2021

Portland, Ore. — Rejuvenation, a portfolio brand of Williams-Sonoma, Inc., opened its first Minnesota location in Edina’s shopping and restaurant destination, Galleria Edina, on July 2, 2021. The new Galleria store serves as a go-to destination for consumers and industry experts looking to shop Rejuvenation’s signature assortment of quality lighting, hardware and home goods. The 5,500-square-foot space will showcase more than 240 light fixtures and 40 collections of hardware alongside the brand’s assortment of furniture, textiles, outdoor living collections and more. “We’ve been partnering with customers on residential and commercial …

July 2, 2021

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The Purple Factory Outlet to Open First Store in Georgia

by Katie Lee July 1, 2021

Atlanta — Innovative mattress retailer The Purple Factory Outlet will open its first store in the state of Georgia late this summer. Located at The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, the new store is scheduled to open in early September. The Purple Factory Outlet will encompass 4,506 square feet. In addition to mattresses, The Purple Factory Outlet will also sell a variety of other products, including pillows, seat cushions, frames, sheets and more. “The Purple Factory Outlet brings a whole new dynamic to The Outlet Shoppes at Atlanta, and we couldn’t …

July 1, 2021

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