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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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Nudea Expand into US with Nordstrom Partnership

Nudea Expands into US with Nordstrom Partnership

British sustainable underwear brand Nudea has announced its launch in Nordstrom stores across the United States. This expansion is a strategic effort to tap into the vast American market. It comes at a pivotal moment—coinciding with the UK general election…

BusinessFashion
Top Online Stores in Spain 2023, based on net sales

Top 5 Online Stores in Spain, by net sales

The overall Spanish fashion e-commerce market was projected to reach US$5,504.4 million by 2024, accounting for 16.4% of the total e-commerce market in Spain. The market demonstrated an anticipated compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 2.0% from 2024 to 2028,…

EcommerceInsights
Here's How to Apply for Sephora Accelerate

Here’s How to Apply for Sephora Accelerate

Are you thinking of catapulting your beauty brand to the next level? Sephora Accelerate might be the perfect program for you! This renowned brand incubation program is dedicated to fostering a community of innovative and inspiring beauty brand founders. Aimed…

FAQSephora
Here’s how beauty founders can qualify for the LIFT Beauty Accelerator

Beauty founders can now apply for LIFT Beauty Accelerator

The LIFT Beauty Accelerator is an initiative spearheaded by Rare Beauty Brands in collaboration with JCPenney, and backed by essential sponsors like the Black Beauty Collective (BBC) and Black Girl Ventures (BGV). It aims to amplify the voices and businesses…

FAQStrategy
Top 10 Reasons Retailers Are Turning To Small-Format Stores

Top 10 Reasons Retailers Are Turning To Small-Format Stores

With the continued rise of e-commerce, shoppers seek more personalized and convenient experiences. Small-format stores, ranging between 30,000 and 50,000 square feet, enable retailers to curate products that align closely with local tastes and preferences, making shopping more enjoyable and…

MarketingTrends
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