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Marks & Spencer Pilots Zyler Virtual Try-On Technology

by Katie Lee January 12, 2023

London — UK department store Marks & Spencer (M&S) and technology company Zyler have partnered to deliver an in-store virtual try-on experience. M&S enlisted the technology in its Oxford Circus and Harrogate locations, where the feature was trialed with clothing brand Jaeger. The introduction of this technology provides a personalized shopping journey where customers become the model. Shoppers add a head and shoulders photo and basic measurements to see themselves digitally in the Jaeger collection. Sales assistants guide customers through the process and give style advice. Alexander Berend, CEO of …

January 12, 2023

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Ghirardelli Chocolate Company Begins Phase II of Flagship Renovation Project

by Katie Lee January 12, 2023

San Leandro, Calif. — Ghirardelli Chocolate Company has started its second flagship store renovation at Ghirardelli Square. [Read about Phase I here.] The project will highlight Ghirardelli’s legacy as a U.S. chocolate pioneer and the company’s deep roots in San Francisco that date back to the 1850s. Last year, the company unveiled a completely reimagined Chocolate Experience Store, Ghirardelli’s other flagship retail space at Ghirardelli Square. The Original Ice Cream and Chocolate Shop will be closed during the renovation until its reopening in summer 2023. Introduced in 1966, the …

January 12, 2023

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In its First Return to the U.S., Babies”R”Us Flagship to Open at American Dream

by Katie Lee January 10, 2023

New York City — WHP Global, a leading brand management firm and owner of Babies”R”Us®, has formed a new partnership with premier shopping and entertainment destination American Dream in Bergen County, N.J., to bring the Babies”R”Us brand back to customers in the U.S. with the debut of its flagship store, which is scheduled to open this summer. “Following the success of the Toys”R”Us flagship, which opened just over a year ago, we are thrilled to see Babies”R”Us back in the U.S. as part of the unparalleled retail experience that can …

January 10, 2023

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IMPACT Strategies Completes Renovation of 2 Retail Suites for USPG

by Katie Lee January 9, 2023

Fairview Heights, Ill. — IMPACT Strategies has completed renovations to two retail suites for U.S. Properties Group (USPG). The space, totaling 5,721 square feet, is located between the Dollar Tree and Kohl’s stores on Beltline Road in Collinsville, Ill. Construction was completed on schedule in 3 months. The firm’s work will allow for the expansion of Dollar Tree and the creation of a new space for a future tenant (Suite A). TR,i Architects was the architect-of-record for the project. IMPACT Strategies was the original general contractor for the 19,590-square-foot retail …

January 9, 2023

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Walmart Now Operates Drone Delivery in 7 States, Completes 6,000 Drone Deliveries

by Katie Lee January 6, 2023

Bentonville, Ark. — Walmart’s drone delivery program has successfully completed its intended expansion plans for 2022. The company now operates, with its vendors, 36 drone delivery hubs across seven states, including Arizona, Arkansas, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, Utah and Virginia. “I’m incredibly proud of our team for creating the largest drone delivery footprint of any U.S. retailer and providing customers with an incredibly fast — and innovative — option for delivery,” says Vik Gopalakrishnan, vice president, innovation & automation, Walmart U.S., “We’re encouraged by the positive response from customers and …

January 6, 2023

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Designer Brands Inc. Plans CEO Transition in April

by Katie Lee January 5, 2023

Columbus, Ohio — Designer Brands Inc., one of the world’s largest designers, producers and retailers of footwear and accessories, has planned a CEO transition. The company’s board of directors has appointed Doug Howe, president of DSW, to succeed Roger Rawlins as the company’s chief executive officer, effective April 1, 2023, at which time Rawlins will step down as CEO and as a member of the board of directors. Rawlins will continue to work with the company for a 12-month period in a strategic advisor role to facilitate a seamless leadership …

January 5, 2023

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Bloomingdale’s Enters Seattle Market with New Bloomie’s Concept

by Katie Lee January 4, 2023

New York City — Bloomingdale’s will enter Seattle with the opening of “Bloomie’s.” Following the successful introduction of Bloomie’s in the greater Chicagoland area late in 2022 (pictured), and Fairfax, Va., in 2021, the retailer’s smaller format store is set to debut on the West Coast in 2023. “We are thrilled to enter the Seattle market with the opening of our third Bloomie’s location,” says Charles Anderson, director of stores, Bloomingdale’s. “The new flexible store experience has been well-received in other cities as it remains authentic to the Bloomingdale’s brand …

January 4, 2023

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Discount Tire Acquires 35 Acres in Phoenix for Future HQ Development

by Katie Lee January 3, 2023

Phoenix — Discount Tire, a leading independent tire retailer, intends to develop a new corporate headquarters in Phoenix following the acquisition of 35 acres located near Loop 101 and State Route 51. Plans for a more than 300,000-square-foot office building and campus amenities are in the early stages. Discount Tire purchased the site at a recent Arizona State Land Department public auction. Proceeds from the sale will be invested by the state in the Permanent Land Endowment Trust Fund to benefit K-12 education in Arizona. “Our commitment is to create …

January 3, 2023

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Under Armour Announces New President and CEO

by Katie Lee January 3, 2023

Baltimore, Md. — Under Armour, Inc. has named Stephanie Linnartz as its new president, chief executive officer and member of its board of directors, effective February 27, 2023. Linnartz currently serves as the president of Marriott International, Inc., the world’s largest hospitality company, with a portfolio of nearly 8,200 properties across 138 countries and territories and 30 brands, including The Ritz-Carlton®, St. Regis®, Marriott Hotels®, W® Hotels, and Westin® as well as the industry’s most extensive customer-loyalty program, Marriott Bonvoy®, which has 173 million members. “As a 25-year veteran of one of …

January 3, 2023

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Pet Supplies Plus & Wag N’ Wash to End the Year with 115 New Store Agreements

by Katie Lee December 21, 2022

Livonia, Mich. — Pet Supplies Plus, the largest independent pet franchise in North America with over 640 stores in 41 states, and Wag N’ Wash, the emerging self-wash, grooming and natural pet food franchise, have collectively signed 115-plus franchise agreements year to date. The secured franchise commitments for Pet Supplies Plus include a 50/50 mix of existing owners who realize the recession-resilient value of this franchise and brand-new franchisees who are attracted by the simplified retail model and consistent growth. The companies also welcomed the first dual-branded multi-unit agreement, which …

December 21, 2022

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