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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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Amazon Introduces GenAI to generate product descriptions

Amazon Introduces GenAI to generate product descriptions

Amazon has been at the forefront of integrating generative AI (GenAI) into various aspects of its e-commerce platform, enhancing both the seller and customer experience. The company’s innovative use of GenAI technology allows sellers to create more engaging and effective…

Beauty
16.5% of U.S. purchases result in returns

Study: 16.5% of U.S. purchases result in returns

The United States saw a significant portion of its retail purchases returned, with just over 16% of online purchases were returned. According to a study by Statistica, the issue has escalated in 2021-2022 as the volume and processing cost of returns…

AnalysisInsights
Babies“R”Us Launches 'Shop-in-Shop' Spaces at Kohl’s

Babies“R”Us Launches ‘Shop-in-Shop’ Spaces at Kohl’s

As a new generation of parents emerges, Kohl’s has strategically positioned itself as a cornerstone for family shopping by announcing an exciting retail partnership with WHP Global, the proud owner of the Babies“R”Us® brand. This innovative collaboration aims to meet…

Retail
Claire's Launches 'Shop-in-Shop' Spaces at Walgreens

Claire’s Launches ‘Shop-in-Shop’ Spaces at Walgreens

Claire’s has announced a significant expansion of its retail presence through a national launch into Walgreens stores. By the end of March 2024, Claire’s shop-in-shop will be available in over 4,400 Walgreens locations across the United States. This collaboration marks…

Retail
Amazon Seller Caught Red-Handed Selling Fake Telfar Bags

Amazon Seller Caught Red-Handed Selling Fake Telfar Bags

There has been a concerning trend of counterfeit Telfar bags being sold on Amazon, with some listings offering these knockoffs for as low as $18. This situation is particularly alarming given the popularity and exclusivity of Telfar bags, known for…

Fashion
Mango hits 'record' sales top $3 billion in 2023

Mango hits ‘record’ sales top $3 billion in 2023

Spanish fashion retailer, Mango has achieved a significant milestone by concluding 2023 with record-breaking sales. By achieving unprecedented sales that catapulted over $3.28 billion. In line with its strategic vision, Mango has announced ambitious plans to open 500 new stores…

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