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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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Claire’s Enters Chapter 11 with $1–10 Billion Debt

Claire’s Enters Chapter 11 with Billion Dollar Debt

Claire’s, the iconic accessories retailer beloved by generations of teens and tweens, has entered a new and uncertain chapter after announcing it has commenced voluntary Chapter 11 proceedings in the United States Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware. The…

FashionNews
Jessica Rich Expands Retail Presence with Wolf & Badger

Jessica Rich Expands Retail Presence with Wolf & Badger

The luxury shoe brand, Jessica Rich is now officially available at Wolf & Badger, marking another retail milestone. This latest launch at the leading destination for independent designer fashion comes on the heels of several high-profile expansions for Rich’s brand…

BusinessFashion
Ogee Expands to 15 Nordstrom Stores in 2025

Ogee Expands to 15 Nordstrom Stores in 2025

Organic beauty enthusiasts and luxury skincare experts have much to celebrate as Ogee, the acclaimed certified organic beauty brand, announces its very first retail partnership with Nordstrom. This milestone marks a pivotal moment for Ogee, as the brand transitions from…

BeautyBusiness
Primark Opens Largest Jersey City Store in 2025

Primark Opens Largest Jersey City Store in 2025

Fashion lovers in the tri-state area are about to get even more reasons to shop local. Fashion-forward families in Jersey City have a new reason to celebrate as Primark opens its doors at Newport Centre this August 14th. The international…

NewsRetail
UniUni Launches 24/7 Drop-Offs in Toronto

UniUni Launches 24/7 Drop-Offs in Toronto

The Canadian e-commerce landscape is changing, and small businesses are at the heart of this evolution. On July 10, 2025, UniUni, a leader in last-mile delivery, announced the launch of its innovative UniUni Small Business system, a network of local…

DTCEcommerce
Discover Smarter Inventory with Asset Tracking

Discover Smarter Inventory with Asset Tracking

In a time of rapid technological advancement, managing inventory has become crucial for businesses. Pinpointing the exact location and status of company property, from laptops to machinery, transforms how inventory gets handled. This method improves record accuracy and reduces related…

Technology
Steve Madden Reports $559 Million Revenue for Q2 2025

Steve Madden Reports $559 Million Revenue for Q2 2025

A globally recognized leader in fashion-forward footwear, accessories, and apparel, reported that revenue increased 6.8% to $559.0 million in the second quarter of 2025. Direct-to-consumer sales increased 43.3% from the second quarter of 2024 to $195.5 million, showcasing the impact of…

FashionNews
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