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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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Gucci opens new luxury salon destination in LA

Gucci opens new luxury salon destination in LA

Gucci has recently unveiled its latest luxury storefront, Gucci Salon, at the intersection of Melrose Place and Melrose Avenue in West Hollywood. This bustling shopping district is home to numerous high-end brands such as Chloe, Bottega Veneta, The Row, Marni,…

Retail
David’s Bridal Files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

David’s Bridal Files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

David’s Bridal, one of the largest retailers of wedding dresses in the United States, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection for the second time in five years. The Pennsylvania-based company announced its decision on Monday morning, stating that it…

Retail
A Fake Gucci Restaurant Opens In Moscow

A Fake Gucci Restaurant Opens In Moscow

In Moscow, a fake Gucci restaurant has recently opened its doors, much to the surprise of the luxury fashion brand. The unauthorized establishment is the brainchild of Russian musicians Yegor Creed and Timati, along with restaurateur Anton Pinsky. Despite having…

Retail
NYX Professional Expands MetaVerse In Partnership With iHeartMedia

Why Retailers Are Ditching Their Metaverse Strategy

In recent years, the concept of the metaverse has gained significant attention, with many businesses exploring its potential impact on retail and customer engagement. However, some retailers are now ditching their metaverse strategies, realizing that it may not be the…

Technology
Reitmans sales up 11.4 percent, but profits are slim

Reitmans sales up 11.4 percent, but profits are slim

Reitmans, the Montreal-based retailer, experienced an increase in sales during the fourth quarter of fiscal 2023, with an 11.4% rise to $211.9 million. However, despite the growth in sales, the company’s net earnings were significantly lower than expected. The company’s…

Retail
Retail Stores: Definition, Types and Examples

Retail Stores: Definition, Types and Examples

Have you ever wondered what exactly retail means when you’re shopping at your favorite store or clicking through an online marketplace? Let’s break it down in a straightforward way. What is Retail? At its core, ‘retail’ refers to the sale…

GlossaryStrategy
Rent the Runway revenues increase, targets new subscriber growth

Rent the Runway revenues increase, targets new subscriber growth

Rent the Runway, a leading fashion rental service, has experienced significant growth in recent years and is now targeting a 25% increase in active subscribers. The company’s annual revenue for 2022 reached $296.4 million, marking a 46% increase year-over-year from…

Retail
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