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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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Walmart Launches Its New Content Creator Platform

Walmart Launches Its New Content Creator Platform

Walmart has recently launched a new platform called Walmart Creator, designed to connect content creators and influencers with the retail giant. This innovative platform aims to provide creators with the tools and resources they need to monetize shoppable products from…

MarketingStrategy
Mastering Omnichannel Retail Strategy In 2023

Mastering Omnichannel Retail Strategy In 2023

In today’s fast-paced retail landscape, mastering omni-channel retail is no longer just an ambition – it’s a necessity. According to recent research and reports, businesses that achieve a unified strategy across all channels are better able to reach and keep…

EcommerceFashion
The Future of Cryptocurrency in the Retail Industry

The Future of Cryptocurrency in the Retail Industry

The future of cryptocurrency in the retail industry appears promising, with an increasing number of US brands and retailers embracing crypto as a form of payment. As digital currencies gain traction among consumers, particularly millennials and Gen Zers, businesses are…

Retail
Chloé Introduces Digital ID Authentication System

Chloé Introduces Digital ID Authentication System

Chloé, a renowned French luxury brand, has introduced an innovative digital ID system with its Spring-Summer 2023 collection. This groundbreaking initiative, known as Chloé Vertical, aims to revolutionize the fashion resale industry by providing unparalleled transparency and access to the…

FashionLuxury
Vanessa Hudgens Relaunches KNOW Beauty As Sole CEO

Vanessa Hudgens Relaunches KNOW Beauty As Sole CEO

Vanessa Hudgens, the talented actress known for her role in Disney’s High School Musical, is making a fresh start with her beauty brand, with a complete rebrand and launch of KNOW Beauty. After an initial launch in 2021 with singer…

BeautyDTC
Funko to Destroy Over $30 Million Worth of Toys

Funko to Destroy Over $30 Million Worth of Toys

Funko, the popular toy and collectible manufacturer, has recently announced plans to destroy between $30 million and $36 million worth of inventory. This decision comes as a result of surplus stocks that have strained the company’s fulfillment network and increased…

DTCRetail
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