Fri.Dec 20, 2024

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How Poshmark’s In-Person Events Drive Livestreaming Results

Retail TouchPoints

Brands and retailers are investing more in cultivating community not just online, but through immersive IRL experiences. While experts agree taking this more experience-driven approach helps cultivate community, it also can have a financial impact, especially for businesses like Poshmark , which rely heavily on its communities of sellers to drive business growth.

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European Cybersecurity Reflections 2024

Forrester eCommerce

This time of year is perfect for reflectionlooking back at the challenges and successes of 2024 while anticipating the opportunities and changes that 2025 will bring.

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Dollar Tree Removes ‘Interim’ from CEO Title for Creedon

Retail TouchPoints

Dollar Tree has named Michael Creedon Jr. as its CEO on a permanent basis. Creedon was named Interim CEO after previous CEO Rick Dreiling, citing health issues, stepped down in early November. Creedon had joined Dollar Tree as COO in 2022 following nearly a decade in leadership roles at Advance Auto Parts. Michael Creedon Jr. Following a search, we are unanimous as a board in our belief that Mike is the right leader for Dollar Tree, said Edward (Ned) J.

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Turning Interest into Action: The Psychology Behind Price Drop Alerts

UpSellIt

Price drop alerts tap directly into the psychology of excitement and reward, creating a dopamine-driven rush that makes shoppers eager to act. Imagine receiving that long-awaited email letting you know the running shoes youve been eyeing are finally at a discounted price. This is the exact moment these alerts are designed to spark. These alerts are more than just a tool for delivering good news.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Mira Safety Thrives on ‘Red Alerts’

Practical eCommerce

Roman Zrazhevskiy's company sells protective gear for seemingly existential events, such as nuclear and chemical warfare. The post Mira Safety Thrives on ‘Red Alerts’ appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Big Lots to start going-out-of-business sales

RetailDive

The move comes as the company lays off over 500 employees at its corporate headquarters.

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Amazon, OSHA reach settlement over worker safety

RetailDive

Nine of 10 citations were withdrawn, though the e-tailer has agreed to pay more than 90% of the penalties and inspections continue, according to the Department of Labor.

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Festive Online Revenues Surge by 11.3% Amid Improved Consumer Confidence, Extended Discounts, and Christmas Delivery Deadlines

365 Retail

Improving consumer confidence, early Boxing Day discounting and looming delivery deadlines for Christmas orders saw ecommerce revenues rally last week, according to the latest data from Wunderkind , the leading AI-powered performance marketing and identity platform. Original data from Wunderkinds Marketing Pulse, which analysed over 34.2 million online shopping journeys, revealed that ecommerce revenues rose +11.3% last week (Week 50, w/c 09 Dec 2024) compared to the week before (Week 49, w/c 02

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Nike CEO: Wholesale partners ‘feel we’ve turned our back on them’

RetailDive

Elliott Hill, who just took over the top spot in October, vowed a return to stronger relationships with its partners as sales fell 8% in Q2.

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Turkish Womenswear Brand Abaci Opens First UK Store at London Designer Outlet

365 Retail

London Designer Outlet (LDO) has announced the opening of Abaci , the Turkish womenswear retailer, marking the brands first physical UK store. The new shop, located in a 1,418 sq ft unit, comes after Abaci agreed to a two-year lease at the popular outlet shopping destination in Wembley Park. Founded in 1981 in Turkey, Abaci is known for specialising in modest fashion, catering to a growing market with a range of high-quality hijabs, abayas, tunics, coats, and evening dresses.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.

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Sephora announces 2025 Accelerate program cohort

RetailDive

This latest class marks a decade since the launch of the incubator program, which three years ago pivoted to focus on BIPOC founders.

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Everyman Cinema Opens at Stratford Cross

365 Retail

Everyman has officially opened its newest cinema at the Turing Building in Stratford Cross , bringing a premium leisure experience to the heart of East London. The launch is complemented by the addition of two new dining venues: Templar, a modern European restaurant, and Hera, a Greek-inspired eatery. The 10,900 sq ft Everyman Stratford International features 253 velvet sofas and armchairs spread across three screens, offering a luxurious setting for films, theatre screenings, and events.

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The Weekly Closeout: Walmart to invest $1.3B in Chile and what Nike’s stumble means for Foot Locker

RetailDive

The big-box retailer’s plans include 70 new stores across Chile, while the sportswear giant’s DTC about-face could be a boon to Foot Locker.

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Reasons to be cheerful | Big story: Retail prospects 2025

TalkingRetail

A shop theft epidemic, a punishing UK budget, energy costs on the march again. Quite understandably, theres a lot of doom and gloom around the independent convenience sector at the moment but thats not the full picture.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Electronic sales rebound during Black Friday, Cyber Monday period

RetailDive

After eight straight quarters of revenue declines in the sector, spending grew 3.5% during the two weeks ending Dec. 7, according to Circana analysis.

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Party City Is Closing All Stores After Nearly 40 Years in Business

RetailWire

Party City abruptly closed all of its stores earlier today.

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Retail hiring down 5% in November

RetailDive

A shift in seasonal hiring from traditional retail roles to transportation and warehousing positions is underway, according to a new report.

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Jersey Mike’s Reaches Major Professional Milestone: 3,000th Location Opens

RetailWire

Jersey Mike's continues to expand, reaching a professional milestone.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Let’s think positive | Editor’s comment

TalkingRetail

Just as there is sometimes a danger that a country can talk itself into a recession, theres a danger in the independent convenience sector at the moment that we could be talking ourselves into decline.

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Nike Leadership Is Reviving Brand by Refocusing on Sports

RetailWire

With recent financial troubles, Nike is going back to basics.

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Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

TalkingRetail

The team at Independent Retail News and TalkingRetail.com will be taking a break for the festive season from 23 December and would like to wish all our readers a Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a prosperous New Year. We will be back on 2 January.… This story continues at Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays and a Happy New Year!

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Shake Shack Named Most Expensive Fast-Food Restaurant

RetailWire

Is it justified to name Shake Shack the most expensive fast-food restaurant?

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Wellbeing initiative launched for Postmasters amid retail crime surge

TalkingRetail

The Post Office has announced a new initiative to centralise and simplify access to wellbeing resources for postmasters, responding to the unique challenges and pressures they face in todays retail landscape.

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Billionaire Marc Lore Says AI May Soon Be Choosing Your Food

RetailWire

Marc Lore predicts AI may one day decide what food we eat.

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Quality Street wins Christmas accolade

TalkingRetail

For another year running, Quality Street has been named the food and drink brand that Christmas wouldnt be Christmas without, according to research conducted by OnePoll earlier this month.

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Big Lots To Close All Stores and Hold Going-Out-of-Business Sales

RetailWire

Big Lots is holding going-out-of-business sales at all remaining stores in the coming days.

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5 Steps to Omnichannel E-Commerce Success

Today’s e-commerce landscape is vast and it’s moving fast and is fiercely competitive. To thrive you need to offer the right products to the right customers on the best channels. Learn how to successfully harness the power of omnichannel selling to reach more online buyers, diversify and grow revenue, and reduce cost – while delivering a seamless "shop to ship" customer experience across all channels.

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Awards Celebration 2024 – A Muskoka-Inspired Experience

Canadian Special Events

This fall, The Idea Hunter organized a corporate awards celebration that captured the essence of Muskoka’s autumn. The event took place at the JW Marriott Muskoka and honoured corporate achievements in a stylish and welcoming atmosphere. The natural beauty of the Muskoka landscape, paired with the venue’s elegance, provided the perfect backdrop for an evening of connection and celebration.

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Christmas Day 2024: Which Stores Are Open & Which Are Closed?

RetailWire

Most stores will be closed on Christmas Day.

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November and December 2024 SEO News Recap

ROI Revolution

Welcome to our November and December 2024 SEO News Recap! In this extra-large edition, we cover two months’ worth of updates, AI tools, and more! Also, be sure to check out our latest installment of “ROI Answers” at the bottom of this article to find answers to commonly asked SEO questions. Jump to each November and December 2024 SEO News Recap topic using the links below: Google Core Updates Confirmed: Google Uses a Combination of Site-Wide and Page-Level Ranking Signals Site

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United Airlines Flies Dozens of Kids to the ‘North Pole’ Ahead of Christmas

RetailWire

United Airlines is getting into the holiday spirit.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s