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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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Facebook marketplace fees double from 5% to 10%

Facebook marketplace fees double from 5% to 10%

Facebook has announced that it has doubled its seller fees for listings sold with shipping on its popular Marketplace platform. Effective April 15, 2024, the selling fee has increased from 5% to 10%, with a minimum fee of $0.80 per…

Retail
Is reddit down?

Reddit suffers ‘outage’ due to backend issues

Today, many Reddit users encountered difficulties accessing the popular social news and discussion platform. Reports of server errors, login issues, and general inaccessibility flooded social media as frustrated users sought answers. According to Reddit’s status page, the site is not…

Social Media
PrettyLittleThing Founders Launch Kamani Rossar

PrettyLittleThing Founders Launch New Business Venture

PrettyLittleThing co-founders Umar Kamani and Paul Papworth have launched Kamani Rossar, a luxury interior design business, in April 2024. The billionaire brothers, who previously sold their stake in the fast-fashion brand to Boohoo in 2020, are now setting their sights…

Retail
Fossil Launches a New Online Curated Gift Shop

Fossil Launches a New Online Curated Gift Shop

American watch and accessories brand Fossil unveiled a new online gift shop experience, featuring specialized curated collections designed to help customers find the perfect present for any occasion. The launch comes just in time for Mother’s Day, offering a convenient…

Retail
Is temu kids clothes safe?

10 Reasons Not To Shop Temu For Kids

In the vast expanse of online shopping platforms, Temu has emerged as a destination that boasts an array of affordable options. While low prices are enticing for parents shopping for their children’s clothing, several factors warrant consideration before making Temu…

FAQSustainability
Is Shein safe for children?

10 Reasons Not to Shop Shein for Kids

When it comes to shopping for kids’ clothing, the allure of fast fashion retailers like Shein can be strong. They offer a seemingly endless variety of styles at incredibly low prices, making them an attractive option for parents looking to…

FAQStrategy
The 10 Most Popular Luxury Brands Online

The 10 Most Popular Luxury Brands (2024 Ranking)

The luxury fashion industry continues to thrive in the US, with iconic brands dominating the hearts and closets of fashion enthusiasts. According to Statista’s 2024 report on luxury fashion brand popularity in the US, the top 10 most popular luxury…

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