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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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Nordstrom Launches SKIMS Pop-Up Experience

Nordstrom Launches SKIMS Pop-Up In New York [Photos]

If you’re in New York this spring, visit The Corner at Nordstrom NYC for an exclusive SKIMS pop-up experience. Situated at the bustling intersection of 57th and Broadway, this pop-up is part of Nordstrom’s ongoing series of brand takeovers. It…

BusinessNews
Top 12 Handbags from Bottega Veneta for 2024

Top 12 Handbags from Bottega Veneta for 2024

As summer 2024 inches closer, it’s time to elevate your wardrobe with timeless accessories. Among the must-haves for the season? Bottega Veneta handbags—synonymous with luxury, elegance, and functionality. Whether you’re planning a day out in the sun or an evening…

Consumer & Shopping Trends
25 Essential Questions to Ask Your Wholesale Supplier

25 Essential Questions to Ask Your Wholesale Supplier

Selecting the right wholesale supplier is a critical step in ensuring the success of your retail or online business. Establishing a strong, reliable partnership with your supplier can significantly impact your inventory quality, customer satisfaction, and bottom line. Here are…

EducationStrategy
Beautycounter being phased out of Ulta stores

Beautycounter being phased out of Ulta stores this month

Beautycounter’s journey with Ulta Beauty has experienced significant twists and turns. Initially, Beautycounter expected a promising expansion when it announced a partnership with Ulta Beauty on February 22, 2023, marking the 10th anniversary of Beautycounter’s pioneering role in the clean…

BeautyNews
Beauty Bakerie acquired by West Lane Capital Partners

Beauty Bakerie acquired by West Lane Capital Partners

California-based private equity firm West Lane Capital Partners has been actively expanding its beauty portfolio with notable acquisitions in the past few years. Most recently, on July 10, West Lane Capital Partners announced the acquisition of Beauty Bakerie, a dessert-themed…

BeautyNews
5 Cosmetic & Beauty Industry Trends to Know In 2024

5 Cosmetic & Beauty Industry Trends for 2024

The American beauty market is valued at nearly 98 billion US dollars in 2023 and epitomizes robust demand and evolving purchasing habits. The average household’s annual expenditure on cosmetics, perfumes, and bath preparations reached an unprecedented 211.8 U.S. dollars in…

BeautyNews
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