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Bed Bath & Beyond Appoints New SVP, GM of Harmon Health and Beauty Stores

by Katie Lee January 21, 2021

Union, N.J. — Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. has named Mara Sirhal as senior vice president and general manager for Harmon Health and Beauty Stores, effective immediately. Sirhal will report to Joe Hartsig, executive vice president and chief merchandising officer at Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. and president of Harmon Health and Beauty Stores. Sirhal will be responsible for unlocking the potential of Harmon Health and Beauty Stores, leading all operational aspects of this value-driven business. This includes retail, online and distribution, as well as developing and implementing an improved customer value …

January 21, 2021

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Liberty University to Redevelop Portion of Mall Near Campus

by Katie Lee January 12, 2021

Lynchburg, Va. — The first week of January, River Ridge outlined the next phase of its redevelopment, beginning with the demolition of the former Macy’s building on the West End of the property scheduled for first quarter 2021. The revitalized West End is envisioned as River Ridge’s restaurant and entertainment hub along with traditional retail and personal services options. It will provide a contemporary, open-air shopping experience with higher store elevations and urban-esque storefront designs, as well as an outdoor venue for family themed community events. “Now that updates to the …

January 12, 2021

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Macy’s to Shutter 45 More Locations, Including Longtime Store at Chicago’s Water Tower Place

by Katie Lee January 7, 2021

Chicago — Macy’s will close its longtime department store at Water Tower Place in Chicago, according to several media reports. The downtown mall is situated on the Magnificent Mile. Macy’s will begin a clearance sale this month at the 170,000-square-foot store. The retailer will continue to operate nearby stores in Skokie, Oak Brook, Schaumburg and Orland Park, Ill. In early 2020, before the COVID-19 pandemic, Macy’s announced that it would close 125 stores nationwide over a 3-year period in an effort to right-size its store fleet. During the first week …

January 7, 2021

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Macy’s Historic Façade in Brooklyn is Refreshed with Windows Finished by Linetec

by Katie Lee October 1, 2020

Brooklyn — A refreshed, renovated, historic, four-story façade greets visitors to the redesigned and reopened Macy’s department store at 422 Fulton St. in Brooklyn, N.Y. The nine-story building’s top five levels have been converted to Class A offices. Macy’s occupies approximately 300,000 square feet of retail space on the lower floors, retaining its street-level prominence, architectural heritage and community connection. The windows on the second, third and fourth floors were replaced to improve the exterior appearance of the ornate, cast-iron façade. The previous window units had aged throughout the decades. …

October 1, 2020

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HPM Hires Retail Construction Veteran of CR Architecture and Macy’s

by Katie Lee April 17, 2020

Birmingham, Ala. — HPM has hired industry veteran Bruce Quisno as the company’s newest senior program development manager, positioning the fast-growing firm for expansion in new markets while also bolstering its capabilities in planning and design management. In his new role, Quisno will provide strategic leadership and direction for new and developing client engagements while serving as a key component between business development and the operational phases of an assignment. A registered architect with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) with more than 35 years of experience in design and …

April 17, 2020

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Macy’s, Inc. Announces CFO Transition

by Katie Lee April 9, 2020

New York City — Macy’s, Inc. has announced that Paula Price, executive vice president and chief financial officer, has made the decision to leave the company as of May 31, 2020. She will continue in her current role until that date, and in order to support a well-ordered transition, Price will remain an advisor to the company through November 2020. An external search is underway for Price’s replacement. “I want to thank Paula for her leadership and contribution to Macy’s, Inc. She has built a strong finance leadership team, and …

April 9, 2020

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Macy’s, Inc. Temporarily Closes Stores Nationwide

by Katie Lee March 18, 2020

New York City — In response to the widespread COVID-19 outbreak, Macy’s, Inc. temporarily closed all stores on March 17, 2020, and will remain closed through March 31, 2020. This includes all Macy’s, Bloomingdale’s, Bluemercury, Macy’s Backstage, Bloomingdales the Outlet and Market by Macy’s stores. Macy’s, Inc. will provide benefits and compensation to its impacted workforce. “The health and safety of our customers, colleagues and communities is our utmost priority. As a result of the recent COVID-19 developments, we have decided to temporarily close our stores. We will work with …

March 18, 2020

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Macy’s to Close 125 Stores; Plans Smaller Off-Mall Format

by Katie Lee February 5, 2020

New York City — Macy’s, Inc. plans to optimize its portfolio by continuing to grow stores in the best malls, but close approximately 125 stores in lower tier malls within 3 years. The department store also plans to explore new smaller, off-mall formats. Macy’s will also establish a single corporate headquarters and relocate its digital business to New York City. This updated strategy and 3-year plan is designed to stabilize profitability and position the company for growth. “We have a clear vision of where Macy’s, Inc. and our brands, Macy’s, …

February 5, 2020

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Macy’s President Steps Down

by Katie Lee December 10, 2019

Cincinnati — Macy’s, Inc. has announced that Hal Lawton, president of the Macy’s brand business, has resigned, effective December 6, 2019. He joined Macy’s as president in September 2017. “Hal has made significant contributions to the business over the past 2 years, including improving the Macy’s operational cadence. Hal also helped us build an excellent team and, with their leadership, I’m confident that Macy’s will continue strong execution through holiday 2019 and beyond,” says Jeff Gennette, chairman and chief executive officer of Macy’s, Inc. Macy’s, Inc. operates approximately 680 department …

December 10, 2019

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Potbelly Inks Multi-Unit Deal to Open Restaurants Inside Macy’s Stores

by Katie Lee October 9, 2019

Chicago — Potbelly Sandwich Shop, the iconic neighborhood sandwich shop, has signed a multi-unit franchise agreement to open shops in Macy’s department stores, adding to the fast-casual brand’s significant multi-unit franchise growth in 2019. “This franchise agreement marks a major milestone in our multi-unit franchise growth,” says Peter Ortiz, vice president of franchise development at Potbelly. “A development deal with one of the nation’s premier retailers is a testament to our focus and prioritization of our franchising initiative. We’re thrilled for what’s in store for the future with Macy’s.” The …

October 9, 2019

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