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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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Articles by Jeanel Alvarado

Samsung Transforms Holt Renfrew Yorkdale with an Immersive Digital Gateway

Holt Renfrew is Redefining Retail With Stunning New Digital Facade

Holt Renfrew, a leading fashion and lifestyle retailer, joined forces with Samsung Canada to create an impressive digital façade at its Yorkdale Shopping Centre. This innovative digital signage solution in one of Toronto’s premier shopping destinations provides a visually striking…

Retail
Retail Crime

Retailers, Prosecutors Unite to Fight Retail Crime

In an unprecedented move, the Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) and the National District Attorneys Association (NDAA) have joined forces to tackle the growing issue of retail crime in the United States. This initiative, launched in September 2023, has seen…

Retail
Digit robots by Agility Robotics in Amazon

Amazon will begin testing Digit robots at facilities

Agility Robotics, the creator of the revolutionary bipedal robot Digit, has announced that Amazon will commence testing of Digit for use in their operations. This marks a significant expansion of the relationship between the two companies, as Agility is already…

Technology
16th Annual Global Shopper Study by Zebra Technologies

Over 80% of Retailers Challenged by Shrink

Most retailers agree self-checkouts deliver value. In fact, eight in 10 of them agree the investment in self-checkouts is paying off as this technology allows associates to work on higher value tasks and improves the customer experience. However, about 80%…

RetailTrends
SOS smart vending machines at Ulta Beauty

SOS Launches Smart Vending Machines At Ulta Beauty

SOS, a company known for its innovative approach to wellness through a rapidly expanding network of smart vending machines, has announced an exclusive partnership with Ulta Beauty, the leading beauty retailer in the nation. This collaboration is set to revolutionize…

Technology
Ample

Ample unveils its first ultra-luxury NYC flagship studio

In a significant development in the field of hair restoration, Ample has announced the launch of its innovative hair restoration solution. This revolutionary approach to hair care is designed to cater to the modern patient’s needs and preferences. The company…

Retail
TYR opens first retail store

Fitness Clothing Store Opens Retail Store at Roosevelt Field

TYR Sport, a globally recognized fitness and swim brand, has recently announced the grand opening of its first-ever brick-and-mortar retail store. Located at Roosevelt Field in Garden City, New York, this new retail space marks a significant milestone for the…

Retail
New Generative AI Features from Square

Square introduces 10 new generative AI features

In a stride towards integrating artificial intelligence into everyday business operations, Square has launched 10 new generative AI features. These tools, designed to automate operations and accelerate workflows, are directly integrated into Square’s robust business software, providing an invaluable aid…

PaymentsTechnology
silk pillow cases

SLIP Silk Pillowcase Launches at Ulta Beauty

Slip, a silk pillowcases and sleep masks pioneer, has announced its expansion with Ulta Beauty, the nation’s largest beauty retailer. This partnership will see Ulta Beauty featuring Slip’s high-end Slipsilk™ collection across 500 stores in the United States and on…

Beauty
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