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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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Demand for Travel Pillows Surge Up 1000%

Demand for Travel Pillows Surge Up 1000%

The demand for travel pillows has seen an unprecedented increase, up by a staggering 1000%. This surge is driven by several key factors, including rising disposable incomes, the growing popularity of budget travel, and an increasing trend toward active leisure…

InsightsRetail
Soma Intimates - The Gardens Mall

Everything you need to know about Soma Intimates

Soma Intimates, a Chico subsidiary, was founded in 2004 and focuses on women’s lingerie and sleepwear. Since its inception, Soma has been dedicated to providing women with perfectly fitting intimates, leveraging their expert Fit Stylists, who can determine an exact…

Fashion
Everything you need to know about OneSkin

Everything you need to know about OneSkin

OneSkin is a science-based skincare brand making waves, founded by Carolina Reis Oliveira, Alessandra Zonari, Mariana Boroni, and Juliana Carvalho. Its focus is on using biotechnology to address the signs of aging in our skin. The company was officially formed…

Skincare
Steve Madden Shifts Business Strategy To Dodge Tariffs

Steve Madden Shifts Business Strategy To Dodge Tariffs

Steve Madden has announced a significant shift in its business strategy to mitigate the impact of potential tariffs on imports from China. Following President Trump’s reelection, who has proposed steep tariffs on Chinese goods, Steve Madden plans to reduce its…

FashionNews
DUER Opens New Store at Southgate Centre in Edmonton

DUER Opens New Store at Southgate Centre in Edmonton

DUER has significantly expanded its retail presence in 2024, largely through strategic store openings. DUER, a Canadian denim brand established in 2015, has initiated several new stores, including a new store in Edmonton, Alberta at Southgate Centre. The opening event…

NewsRetail
Why The 1% Love Hermès, CNBC Report

Why The 1% Love Hermès, CNBC Report

Hermès has established itself as a formidable player in the luxury market, achieving remarkable growth even as competitors like LVMH and Gucci face declines. The brand’s unique strategy of maintaining high demand while limiting supply has allowed it to thrive…

LuxuryNews
The Luxury Shopping Slowdown in China, Bloomberg Reports

The Luxury Shopping Slowdown in China, Bloomberg Reports

The luxury market in China, once a booming sector for European brands, is now facing a significant downturn. Despite expectations of a resurgence following the lifting of strict Covid restrictions, luxury spending in China has not only failed to rebound…

LuxuryNews
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