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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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Bed Bath & Beyond sued by former CEO

Bed Bath & Beyond sued by former CEO

Former Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Mark Tritton has filed a lawsuit against the company, accusing it of failing to honor his $6.765 million severance agreement. Tritton was ousted as CEO in June, following missed earnings and the company’s decision…

Retail
Bath & Body Works Launches Skincare Brand Moxy

Bath & Body Works Launches Skincare Brand Moxy

Bath & Body Works, a renowned brand in the personal care and home fragrance industry, has recently launched an entirely new product line called Moxy. This innovative collection focuses on skincare, haircare, and wellness products, marking a significant expansion for…

Beauty
Neiman Marcus Group Goes Fur-Free

Neiman Marcus Group Goes Fur-Free

Neiman Marcus Group, a leading luxury fashion retailer, has announced its commitment to a fur-free future by 2023. In June 2022, the company adopted a new Animal Welfare Policy and pledged to eliminate fur products from its assortments, including Neiman…

Retail
Lululemon shares up more than 10% after reporting Q4

Lululemon shares up more than 10% after reporting Q4

Lululemon Athletica, a leading athletic apparel company, has continued to dominate the market with its impressive performance in 2022. The company’s revenue for the fiscal year ended January 29, 2023, exceeded expectations, reaching $8.1 billion. This represents a 30% increase…

Fashion
Bankrupt Morphe Owner Agrees to $690 Million Acquisition

Bankrupt Morphe Owner Agrees to $690 Million Acquisition

Morphe, a Los Angeles-based cosmetics and beauty manufacturer founded in 2008, faced bankruptcy due to liquidity and operational issues resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic, changes in consumer beauty habits, and the termination of partnerships with certain influencers. Forma Brands, Morphe‘s…

Beauty
High-End Consumers Crunch Numbers Amid Economic Caution

High-End Consumers Crunch Numbers Amid Economic Caution

The global economy is facing a potential recession as we approach mid-2023, which will significantly impact consumer spending behavior. One of the most notable trends that will emerge during this period is the rise of price-conscious high-end consumers. These individuals,…

FashionRetail
H&M Extends Plus Size Options for US Market

H&M Extends Plus Size Options for US Market

Leading fashion retailer, H&M, has recently announced its commitment to inclusivity by extending its size options for the US market. The brand now offers products ranging up to 2XL in stores for both women and men, while their online shop…

Retail
Kenzo vs Kenz Legal Battle Over Skincare Brand

Kenzo vs Kenz Legal Battle Over Skincare Brand

Kenzo and Kenz Beauty are two distinct brands that have recently found themselves in a legal dispute. Kenzo, a French luxury fashion house, was founded in 1970 by Japanese designer Kenzo Takada and is owned by the parent company LVMH…

Beauty
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