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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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Uniqlo 20 new stores in North America in 2024

Uniqlo’s 2024 Plans: 20+ New Stores in North America

The global retailer, UNIQLO has set its sights on doubling the number of store openings from the previous year, with over 20 new locations slated to open across the United States and Canada in 2024. Since its first North American…

Retail
Sign of the Times

John Lewis Opens First Pre-Loved Luxury Pop-Up

The iconic British retailer John Lewis & Partners opens innovative retail concept, which opened its doors at Peter Jones on Sloane Square in Chelsea, marks a new chapter in the company’s storied history of over 150 years. In collaboration with…

Retail
House of CB unveils its third store on Oxford Street

House of CB unveils its third store on Oxford Street

The British luxury womenswear brand known for its figure-hugging and silhouette-enhancing designs, House of CB has just expanded its physical retail presence with a dazzling new flagship store on London’s iconic Oxford Street. This marks the brand’s third UK store,…

Retail
National Retail Federation retracts retail theft

NRF retracts key claim on ‘organized’ retail crime: report

The world’s largest retail trade association, National Retail Federation (NRF) recently found itself in the spotlight for a significant correction regarding inventory loss figures. Initially, the NRF reported that nearly half of the $94.5 billion in industry shrink—a term encompassing…

Insights
farfetch going insolvent

Farfetch Seeks ‘White Knight’ on Brink of Insolvency

A series of financial setbacks have challenged Farfetch’s mission to be the global platform for luxury fashion. In the second quarter of 2023, Farfetch reported a gross profit decrease of 9.3% year-over-year, with a significant drop from $267.7 million in…

Ecommerce
Farfetch and Alibaba

Alibaba President Resigns from Farfetch Board

The president of the Alibaba Group has stepped down from his position on the board of directors at Farfetch Limited. This resignation took effect immediately as of November 30th, marking a significant change in the relationship between two major players…

Ecommerce
Oh polly launches rental platform

Oh Polly Launches New Rental Collection

Sustainability and flexibility have become key drivers for consumers looking to spice up their wardrobes without a purchase commitment. Recognizing this shift, the online fashion retailer Oh Polly has made a significant move by launching its own rental collection, offering…

Fashion
mastermind toys retail closing stores

Mastermind Toys are closing 18 Canadian stores

Mastermind Toys has announced the closure of 18 out of its 66 store locations. This decision comes as a significant blow to the beloved toy retailer, which has been a fixture in the Canadian market since its inception in 1984…

Retail
Panera bread charged lemonade

Panera Bread’s “Charged Lemonade” Under Scrutiny

The popular fast-casual restaurant chain Panera Bread has found itself at the center of a stormy legal battle. The company is facing multiple wrongful death lawsuits alleging that its “Charged Lemonade” drinks have led to the deaths of customers due…

Law
retail theft report 2023

90% of small businesses experience retail theft: report

Retail theft is a growing concern that casts a shadow over small businesses across the United States. A staggering 90% of small business retailers have experienced theft at their stores, painting a grim picture of the challenges these establishments face.…

Insights
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