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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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eBay Partners with Facebook Marketplace to Show Listings

eBay Partners with Facebook Marketplace to Show Listings

This week, eBay announced a strategic partnership with Meta to integrate eBay listings into Facebook Marketplace. This collaboration is set to transform the landscape of e-commerce by merging Facebook Marketplace’s expansive reach with eBay‘s vast inventory, offering a win-win situation…

EcommerceNews
"OSEZ LA DIFFERENCE !" : SHEIN OUVRE LES PORTES DE SON POP-UP STORE

20 SHEIN Statistics You Need to Know in 2025

Over the past decade, fast fashion has transformed the retail landscape, with companies like SHEIN leading the charge. SHEIN’s evolution provides a compelling case study of modern consumer behavior from innovative business models to impressive market growth. Here, we compile…

DTCEcommerce
40 Retail Statistics for Marketers to Know in 2025

40 Retail Statistics for Marketers to Know in 2025

As we navigate through 2025, the retail landscape is transforming unprecedentedly. A significant proportion of U.S. consumers now utilize online shopping, however in-store shopping amongst customers remains the favored method for most American consumers, with retail spending in Q3 2024…

InsightsRetail
Sephora Affiliate Program

10 Most Popular Beauty Affiliate Programs in 2025

As the beauty industry grows exponentially, beauty affiliate programs offer an incredible opportunity for influencers, content creators, and beauty enthusiasts to earn substantial income while promoting their favorite products. Here’s a list of the top 10 beauty affiliate programs you…

AnalysisStrategy
6 Best Tips to Generate Online Customer Referrals

6 Best Tips to Generate Online Customer Referrals

Referral programs are among the most effective methods for attracting new customers and nurturing brand advocates. You can start incentivizing current customers to spread the word about your online store, you can leverage the trust they have within their social…

BeautyNews
Rhode Beauty Pop-up Store Photos

10 Tips To Give A Great Product Demonstration

A compelling product demonstration can be a powerful tool to engage potential customers, build brand recognition, and drive sales. In this guide, we’ll explore 10 essential tips to help you master the art of product demonstrations. From leveraging high-quality visuals…

FAQStrategy
Top 5 Beauty & Personal Care Online Shopping Websites

Top 5 Beauty & Personal Care Online Shopping Websites, Report

Beauty consumers are increasingly focused on cost-saving strategies, web traffic often mirrors consumer interest and brand growth. However, high-end beauty brands, like elorea, are gaining recognition among US consumers with +1,156% YoY growth. Additionally, consumers clearly prefer DTC sites.nIn the…

InsightsRetail
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