Are Personalized Ads on Shopping Carts Ready To Roll?
Instacart announced a pilot to deliver personalized ads to its in-store smart carts. Do you see these ads facing privacy concerns or other hurdles?
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Should Dollar Stores Be Banned in North America?
Across America, many communities are starting to question the impact of dollar stores. Is it possible to strike a balance between the economic advantages of dollar stores and the health detriments they pose, possibly through stronger regulations on product quality?
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NRF Big Show: Magic Johnson Hails the Benefits of Mentorship
At NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, Earvin “Magic” Johnson loudly promoted the value of finding and serving as mentors. What advice would you have around finding mentors as well as acting as one?
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How Will Natural Diamonds Adapt to the Synthetic Diamond Shift?
Almost indistinguishable from their natural counterparts, synthetic diamonds are starting to shine. How can traditional diamond miners and retailers adapt to the growing trend of lab-grown diamonds to ensure viability and profitability?
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NRF Big Show: Has the CFO Role Become More Important in Retail?
At the NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, the CFOs of Macy’s, Rothy’s, and Levi Strauss shared a panel that discussed how the CFO role in retail has changed due in large part to the need to invest in technology to drive growth.
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How Will Sperry’s Boat Shoes Fare Post Purchase?
The Sperry brand sails to new owners after leaving Wolverine Worldwide. How can Sperry leverage its established name in boat shoes while adapting to changing consumer preferences and staying competitive under new ownership?
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NRF Big Show: Levi’s Incoming CEO Offers Lessons in Brand Building
Speaking Sunday at NRF 2024: Retail’s Big Show, Michelle Gass, Levi Strauss & Co.’s incoming CEO, highlighted five key learnings over her 33-year retail career. What would you add to her brand-building principles?
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Can the DTC Brand Little Spoon Continue To Thrive?
This is a story about a Little Spoon that could. How can traditional baby food brands pivot effectively to emphasize healthier options and compete with innovative companies like Little Spoon?
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Can AI Deliver on the Hype Promised for Shopping?
Surveys are showing that people want more from their in-store and online shopping experiences. Can AI elevate these experiences, and where do you see AI exceeding and falling short of expectations as a shopping tool?
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Associate Experience Is Becoming the Norm for Retail Success
The associate experience is stepping up as a critical ingredient in retail success. How do societal and economic changes influence the shift from customer experience to associate experience?
