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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 Buy Now, Pay Later at Self-Checkout

Walmart Expands Buy Now, Pay Later at Self-Checkout

Walmart has recently enhanced its customer payment options by incorporating Affirm’s buy now, pay later service directly into its self-checkout process. Affirm, known for its transparent and flexible payment solutions, allows consumers to make purchases and pay for them over time.…

PaymentsTechnology
AI model - fashion app - diversity

Botika’s fashion forward approach to AI model generation

The integration of artificial intelligence (AI) is changed how retailers approach everything from marketing to inventory management. Botika, a trailblazer in AI-generated model technology, has recently partnered with Shopify to enhance the e-commerce experience for fashion brands. Botika‘s integration with…

Technology
farfetch Coupang fashion deal

Coupang to acquire Farfetch in $500 million deal

South Korea’s leading online marketplace, Coupang, announced its acquisition of the luxury fashion platform Farfetch in a pivotal $500 million deal. Farfetch, once a celebrated name in the luxury e-commerce sector, was on the verge of bankruptcy after a series…

Fashion
Retail Trends For 2024 - Predictions from Experts

The 10 Biggest Retail Trends For 2024

As we stand on the cusp of 2024, the retail landscape is poised for a transformative shift driven by the relentless march of artificial intelligence (AI). In an era where technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, understanding the trends shaping…

RetailTrends
The Best Sites for Selling Clothes Online In Canada

5 Best Sites for Selling Clothes In Canada

Are you looking to declutter your wardrobe and make some extra cash? With the rise of online shopping, there’s never been a better time to sell your pre-loved clothes online in Canada. With a renewed focus on sustainability and the…

Strategy
What does H&M mean? What does H&M stand for?

What Does H&M Stand For?

Have you ever found yourself wandering through the bustling aisles of an H&M store, surrounded by the latest fashion trends and affordable clothing options, and wondered what the initials H&M actually stand for? You’re not alone! The brand name is…

Strategy
Temu sues Shein

Temu sues Shein, alleging “Mafia-style” tactics

A legal showdown is unfolding between two fast-fashion giants. Temu, an emerging player in the industry, has taken legal action against Shein, accusing the latter of employing “Mafia-style” intimidation tactics to manipulate merchants and undermine Temu’s market presence. In a…

Fashion
louis vuitton vancouver news store

Louis Vuitton Opens Newly Redesigned Store in Vancouver

Nestled within the historic grandeur of the Fairmont Hotel Vancouver, Louis Vuitton has opened the doors to a world of luxury and refined taste. The ground floor of this iconic hotel now houses a newly redesigned Louis Vuitton store, a…

Retail
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