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Jeanel Alvarado

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Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing…

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About Jeanel Alvarado

Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing Director of the School of Retailing at the University of Alberta. Jeanel’s insights appear in Nasdaq, Entrepreneur, Fortune, TIME, and the US Chamber of Commerce, among others, with recurring commentary on top retailers and brands for financial markets, consumer insights, shopping trends, tech Innovation, and the luxury sector.

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The 15 Most Valuable Retail Brands in 2025

The 15 Most Valuable Retail Brands in 2025 (Ranked)

The retail landscape has experienced remarkable shifts, both in terms of technological advancements and consumer preferences. The most valuable brands in the sector continue to demonstrate resilience, agility, and innovation. This analysis is based on Statista’s ranking of the most…

EcommerceInsights
Top 10 Fashion Tech Trends to Know in 2025

Top 10 Fashion Tech Trends to Know in 2025

The fashion industry is undergoing a seismic shift as technology reshapes how we design, produce, and consume clothing. From AI-driven personalization to sustainable innovations, the intersection of fashion and technology creates exciting opportunities for brands and consumers. Here are 10…

FashionTrends
10 Key Fashion eCommerce Statistics to Know in 2024

10 Key Fashion eCommerce Statistics to Know in 2025

The fashion industry is evolving at lightning speed, and eCommerce is at the heart of this transformation. From the rise of sustainable shopping to the impact of social media on consumer behavior, the digital fashion landscape is more dynamic than…

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10 Must-Follow Celebrity Fashion Brands in 2025

10 Must-Follow Celebrity Fashion Brands in 2025 (Ranked)

In 2025, the fashion industry continues to be reshaped by celebrities stepping into the designer spotlight, creating brands that blend star power with cutting-edge style. From high-end streetwear to eco-conscious collections, these celebrity-driven labels are not just setting trends but…

Fashion
Top 15 Must-Follow Celebrity Beauty Brands in 2025

Top 15 Must-Follow Celebrity Beauty Brands in 2025 (Ranked)

Celebrities have revolutionized the beauty industry by launching their own brands, and 2025 is no exception. From skincare to makeup, these celebrity-backed beauty lines dominate shelves, social media, and our routines. But with so many options, which brands are truly…

Beauty
10 Fastest Growing Fashion Brands to Watch in 2025 (Ranking)

10 Fastest Growing Fashion Brands to Watch in 2025 (Ranked)

Gen Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is the driving force shaping online shopping with its distinct preferences and behaviors. Gen Z prefers online shopping, with 56% of US Zoomers favoring digital retail over physical stores. Influenced heavily by social…

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10 Most Famous Luxury Brands in the UK (2025 Ranking)

10 Most Famous Luxury Brands in the UK (2025 Ranking)

Italian and French luxury fashion houses go head-to-head with the UK’s most well-known luxury fashion brands. In 2024, as per Statista’s data on brand awareness, several Italian and French luxury fashion houses lead the pack in the UK, capturing the…

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