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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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The History of Macy’s

The History of Macy’s

If you’ve ever shopped at Macy’s, you know that it’s more than just a department store. It’s a cultural icon, a symbol of American retail, and a beloved institution in cities across the country. But you might not know the…

Retail
2023 and Beyond: Major Challenges Facing Retailers

2023 and Beyond: Major Challenges Facing Retailers

The retail industry has always been in a state of flux, with consumer behaviors, technological advancements, and economic conditions driving change. The COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the pace of change and created new challenges for retailers in the US. As…

Retail
Fiona Chan, Founder of Youthforia Interview

Fiona Chan, Founder of Youthforia Interview

The brainchild of Fiona Chan, Youthforia is all about empowering young women to feel confident and beautiful in their own skin. Youthforia is best known for creating makeup you can sleep in and creating the world’s first color changing blush…

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“Revenge Reviews” Are Rising, Up by 72 Percent

“Revenge Reviews” Are Rising, Up by 72 Percent

In today’s digital age, social media has empowered consumers with greater access to information and a louder voice than ever before. But what happens when that voice is used as a weapon for revenge? According to MarketWatch and The Wall Street…

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