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The Home Depot Purchases 100 MW of Solar Energy from National Grid Renewables

by Katie Lee

Atlanta — According to The Home Depot, 100 MW of solar energy purchased from National Grid Renewables at its solar and storage project in Denton County, Texas (known as Noble) will generate the approximate equivalent of nearly 8% of The Home Depot’s total electricity usage. The solar farm is National Grid Renewables’ largest solar energy project to date, and its first utility-scale energy storage project. The Home Depot has pledged to produce or procure 100% renewable electricity equivalent to the electricity needs for all Home Depot facilities by 2030, expanding …

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Pet Supplies Plus Operator Signs Deal for 29 Wag N’ Wash Stores

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Livonia, Mich. — The largest multi-unit operator of Pet Supplies Plus, US Retail Holdings, has signed a deal to purchase 29 Wag ‘N Wash stores. This agreement follows their previous development announcement to open 20 additional Pet Supplies Plus stores over the next 5 years. The entrepreneurs behind US Retail Holdings are Aaron Young, Chad Bush and Doug DeLozier, who collectively have over 60 years of PSP experience and own and operate 49 Pet Supplies Plus stores across Alabama, Michigan, Tennessee, Virginia, Wisconsin and Texas. Over the next 4 years, …

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Topgolf Opens First Idaho Venue

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Dallas — Modern golf entertainment leader Topgolf opened its 83rd global venue on Nov. 28, in Meridian, Idaho, roughly 10 miles west of Boise. The new venue, which marks the first Topgolf in the state of Idaho, features 60 climate-controlled hitting bays, a 9-hole miniature golf course, a full-service restaurant and bar, an outdoor patio, and more. “The Boise community has let us know how excited they are to have a Topgolf opening near them, and we’re just as excited to join the community,” says Gen Gray, chief operating officer …

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Boston Retail Solutions Announces CEO Retirement & Succession Plan

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Vero Beach, Fla. — Boston Retail Solutions (formerly known as Boston Barricade) has announced that Bob Putnam plans to retire at the end of 2022 after 30 years with the company. He will become a special advisor to the board of directors. Randy Ahlm, the current COO of Boston Retail Solutions, has been named the new CEO. Since founding the company in 1992, Putnam built the company into a market leader for retail solutions, including modular barricades, large-scale graphics and vehicle wraps. He expanded the company’s national footprint, made strategic …

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DSW and Cobblers Direct Launch Shoe Repair Services in All 500+ Stores Nationwide

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Austin, Texas — Cobblers Direct, the online spin-off of the world’s largest and most trusted shoe, boot, belt and handbag repair company based in Austin, Texas, is partnering with DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse to offer high quality shoe repair services in all 500+ stores across the country. Shoe repair is a rapidly growing need, and with few local cobblers left to meet the demand, the new partnership with Cobblers Direct gives DSW customers instant, nationwide access to expert shoe repair. “DSW is hyper-focused on delighting our customers, offering diverse brands …

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Foot Locker, Inc. Opens State-of-the-Art, Sustainably Built Distribution Center

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New York City — Foot Locker, Inc., a New York-based specialty athletic retailer, has opened a new, state-of-the-art distribution center in Reno, Nev. The more than $40 million, 465,000-square-foot facility will enhance Foot Locker’s distribution capabilities by handling more than 20 million units and serving over 300 stores on the West Coast. The facility will also create greater cost efficiency and cut shipping times within the region by more than 50%. As part of Foot Locker’s environmental, social, and governance (ESG) strategy, the facility also integrates sustainable elements, including reclaimed …

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ShopRite and EVgo Unveil New Fast Charging Station

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Bloomfield, N.J. — The newly renovated Brookdale ShopRite in Bloomfield, N.J., has debuted an EVgo Inc. electric vehicle (EV) fast charging station in its parking lot. This EVgo charging station features charging from 100kW up to 350kW and can serve four vehicles simultaneously. The station was supported with funding through the PSE&G Electric Vehicle Charging Program, which is designed to support the deployment of EV chargers for a range of customers. This latest launch is part of a push to install and offer charging stations in communities where ShopRite stores …

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Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. Elevates Chief Technology and Digital Officer

by Katie Lee

Union, N.J. — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. has named Scott Lindblom as chief technology & digital officer, effective immediately. Lindblom has served as the company’s chief technology officer since September 2020, and will now be responsible for managing the company’s digital channel. He will report directly to Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.’s president and CEO, Sue Gove. “We are proud to leverage our organization’s strong talent and elevate Scott, an accomplished leader who possesses significant digital transformation and IT solutions expertise. Scott has experience modernizing technology capabilities for leading …

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Kimco Realty Bolsters Southern Region Team with New VP of Development

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Jericho, N.Y. — Kimco Realty has appointed Josh Gelfman as vice president of development as the company continues to expand its presence in Florida. Gelfman will oversee value-creating redevelopment, expansion and mixed-use projects for Kimco’s Southern region, including South Miami shopping center, Oakwood Plaza North & South, Colonial Plaza and Cypress Creek Station, all located in Florida. “Josh’s knowledge of the Florida market, strong relationships with key stakeholders and proven track record of getting redevelopment projects over the finish line will be vital as Kimco expands its portfolio and mixed-use …

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The TJX Companies, Inc. Names New EVP, Chief Financial Officer

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Framingham, Mass. — The TJX Companies, Inc., a leading off-price retailer of apparel and home fashions, has promoted John Klinger to executive vice president, chief financial officer, effective January 29, 2023, the beginning of TJX’s fiscal year. Klinger will oversee corporate finance for TJX, including audit, treasury, tax and investor relations. He will continue to report to Scott Goldenberg who has been CFO since 2012. Goldenberg will continue as senior executive vice president, finance, with responsibility for certain other corporate functions, including global communications, risk management, new business development, and …

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