Author Profile

Jeanel Alvarado

EDITOR-IN-CHIEF

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…

  • News
  • Fashion
  • Retail
  • Featured
  • Luxury

About

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.

Latest Stories

Articles by Jeanel Alvarado

Burberry awarded 6 million RMB in legal damages in China

Burberry awarded 6 million RMB in legal damages in China

Burberry, the iconic British luxury fashion brand, has been awarded 6 million RMB in damages by the Jiangsu High Court in China. This legal win comes after Burberry’s long-standing battle against trademark infringement and unfair competition by Chinese companies Shentu…

Fashion
h&m

US Retail News Headlines for January 10th, 2024

RetailBoss is streamlining its retail news with our weekly retail roundup, including updates from around the globe. Here are today’s top stories from this week; if you want to get this news in your inbox, sign up for our free…

BusinessNews
Rent the Runway Layoffs 2024 - 10% Cut, Stock price low

Rent the Runway Layoffs 2024: Cuts 10% of Staff, COO resigns

Rent the Runway (RTR), a prominent fashion rental company, has recently announced a significant reduction in its corporate workforce. The decision to cut approximately 10% of its corporate jobs, which translates to 37 employees, is part of a broader restructuring…

Fashion
Top Quiet Luxury Brands - 2024

14 Top Quiet Luxury Brand to Shop Trend in 2024

As we step into 2024, discerning consumers are increasingly seeking out brands that offer an understated elegance, brands that don’t shout for attention but rather whisper their pedigree. These are the quiet luxury brands – offering high-quality, luxurious products and…

Luxury
10 Retail Blogs Every Retailer Should Be Reading

Rent The Runway Business Model: Case Study

Rent the Runway has transformed the way we think about fashion and the sharing economy. The company was founded in 2009 by Jennifer Hyman and Jennifer Fleiss as a solution for busy women who needed access to high-end designer clothing…

FashionRetail
Retail networking - Retail network tips

10 Tips Professional Networking in Retail Industry

Networking and attending industry events play a vital role in building relationships with retail partners. These activities give professionals in the retail industry an opportunity to connect with other industry experts, potential business partners, and potential customers. In this blog…

Strategy
How to find the Right Retailer for your Beauty Brand

How Beauty Brands Can Pick the Right Retailer

Finding the right retailer to showcase your brand can be as crucial as the quality of the products themselves. It’s a partnership that goes beyond mere shelf space; it’s about aligning with a retailer whose values resonate with your brand’s…

EducationStrategy
Best Retail Blogs

10 Retail Blogs Every Retailer Should Be Reading

As we step into 2024, the retail landscape continues to evolve at a breakneck pace, staying informed and ahead of the curve is crucial for businesses and consumers. Whether you’re a seasoned retailer, a budding entrepreneur, or simply a retail…

Strategy
Old Navy Canada to Close Two Stores in Toronto

Old Navy Canada to Close Two Stores in Toronto

Old Navy Canada has confirmed the impending closure of two of its Toronto store locations. Both stores are set to close in January 2024, shoppers will no longer find Old Navy at the Toronto Eaton Centre and Markville Shopping Centre,…

Fashion
RETAILBOSS DISCOVERY

What are you looking for?

Search the stories, companies and ideas shaping retail.

Start exploring

Esc to close · Tab to navigateOpen full results →