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Monthly Archives: September 2017

NCR powers nearly half of financial institutions selected as Retail Mobile Banking Navigator Award winners by FI Navigator

With an average rating of 4.7 out of 5, NCR-powered mobile banking applications dominate FI Navigator list DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Out of more than 7,000 U.S. banks and credit unions that offer a mobile banking solution, only 291 financial institutions (FIs) were recently selected as Retail Mobile Banking Navigator Award winners by…

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UAE’s Mashreq Bank to revamp its banking services with innovative technologies from NCR

The bank is United Arab Emirates’ first financial institution to implement NCR Interactive Teller, Banker solutions to better engage customers DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions today announced that Mashreq Bank, one of the largest banks in the UAE, will revamp its banking services in the country…

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Dunkin’ Donuts to develop six new restaurants including multi-brand locations with Baskin-Robbins in Georgia with new franchisees

Dunkin’ Donuts to develop six new restaurants including multi-brand locations with Baskin-Robbins in Georgia with new franchisees NEW FRANCHISEES QSR GROUP, LLC AND GUZARATTI, LLC HELP EXPAND LEADING COFFEE AND BAKERY BRAND THROUGHOUT GEORGIA CANTON, MA, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, America’s all-day, everyday stop for coffee and baked goods, announced today a signing of…

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Dunkin’ Donuts names Tony Weisman as U.S. Chief Marketing Officer

Dunkin’ Donuts names Tony Weisman as U.S. Chief Marketing Officer Tony Weisman brings nearly three decades of brand marketing experience to the company CANTON, MA, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts today announced the appointment of marketing veteran Tony Weisman, 57, to the position of U.S. Chief Marketing Officer (CMO). Weisman, formerly the North American CEO…

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Baskin-Robbins to host its first-ever nationwide Cappuccino Blast sampling on Friday, September 22

Baskin-Robbins to host its first-ever nationwide Cappuccino Blast sampling on Friday, September 22 Throughout September and October, guests can also enjoy a small Cappuccino Blast®blended coffee and ice cream beverage for $2.99, available in classic and fall flavors CANTON, Mass., 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — In honor of National Coffee Ice Cream Day today, Baskin-Robbins, the…

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Kroger ratified new labor agreement with UFCW Local 1000

CINCINNATI, OH, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) Dallas division associates working at Kroger stores in Dallas/Ft. Worth and surrounding area have ratified a new labor agreement with UFCW Local 1000. "We are pleased to reach an agreement that is good for our associates. This new contract provides good pay increases, affordable health care…

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Kroger Michigan division President Jayne Homco to retire; Scott Hays to succeed

CINCINNATI, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Kroger Co. (NYSE: KR) today announced the retirement of Michigan division President Jayne Homco, and the promotion of Scott Hays to succeed her. Mr. Hays currently serves as vice president of operations for the company's Fry's division. Jayne Homco to Retire after 42 Years of Service Jayne Homco will retire…

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Costa Coffee hosts 2nd annual reading week, 11th – 17th September 2017

Costa Coffee hosts 2nd annual reading week, 11th – 17th September 2017 Event will take place on 11th – 17th September Dunstable, United Kingdom, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Costa Coffee stores across the UK are inviting customers to join them in their 2nd annual reading week, taking place from 11th – 17th September 2017. Parents, teachers and children…

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Diebold Nixdorf president and CEO Andy W. Mattes to present at the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference 2017

NORTH CANTON, Ohio, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a global leader in enabling connected commerce across the financial and retail industries, announced today that Andy W. Mattes, president and chief executive officer, will participate in the Barclays Global Financial Services Conference 2017 in New York City. Mattes will discuss the company's "Connected Commerce" strategy as well…

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KIWI ÅPNER NORGES GRØNNESTE BUTIKK

KIWI ÅPNER NORGES GRØNNESTE BUTIKK OSLO, Norway, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — NorgesGruppen Eiendom har bygget landets grønneste butikk: KIWI Dalgård, som åpner i Trondheim 7. september. Ved hjelp av solceller og grunnbrønner produserer butikken mer energi enn den bruker. Overskuddet leveres som varmtvann til radiatorene i 60 leiligheter på nabotomten. – Mange snakker om det grønne…

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. names Scott D. Lipesky as senior vice president and chief financial officer

Former Hollister Co. CFO Returns to Lead A&F Co. Finance Function NEW ALBANY, Ohio, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Abercrombie & Fitch Co. (NYSE: ANF) today announced the appointment of Scott D. Lipesky as senior vice president and chief financial officer, effective October 2, 2017. Lipesky brings more than 20 years' experience from the…

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Stockmann announces shareholders’ Nomination Board members

STOCKMANN plc, Other information disclosed according to the rules of the Exchange 7.9.2017 at 9:00 EET Helsinki, Finland, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — According to the decision of Stockmann's Annual General Meeting, the Nomination Board consists of representatives of the four shareholders holding largest voting power, as registered in Stockmann's shareholder register as of 1 September…

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Build-A-Bear Workshop celebrates National Teddy Bear Day

Build-A-Bear Workshop is inviting teddy bear fans of all ages to celebrate National Teddy Bear Day in stores on Sept. 8 and 9. During the two-day celebration, guests can make their own limited-edition National Teddy Bear Day Bear for $5.50 plus tax. (PRNewsfoto/Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc.) Survey Commissioned by Build-A-Bear Workshop Reveals Adults Hold on to Stuffed…

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Deutsche Börse lists Delivery Hero shares in the SDAX market index

BERLIN, Germany, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Deutsche Börse decided to include the shares of Delivery Hero AG in the SDAX market index, effective as of 18th September. In addition to the high transparency requirements of the Prime Standard, Delivery Hero AG fulfilled the relevant criteria regarding free-float market capitalisation and trading volume to be successfully…

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SOUQ.com to purchase Wing.ae marketplace for merchants and couriers in the UAE

DUBAI, UAE, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — SOUQ.com today announced it has entered into a definitive agreement to purchase Wing.ae, a marketplace for merchants and couriers in the UAE, providing innovative mobile and web-based user-friendly delivery solutions for businesses and individual consumers. SOUQ.com previously invested in Wing.ae and will be acquiring 100% of the…

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Majid Al Futtaim celebrates topping out milestone for the new Aloft City Centre Deira, Dubai

Majid Al Futtaim celebrates topping out milestone for the new Aloft City Centre Deira, Dubai Dubai, UAE, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — Majid Al Futtaim, the leading shopping mall, communities, retail and leisure pioneer across the Middle East, Africa and Asia, today celebrated the topping out milestone for the new Aloft City Centre Deira, Dubai. Announced…

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ARA Executive Director Russell Zimmerman: July retail trade figures continued to show stable growth

Melbourne VIC , Australia, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) said the July trade figures released today by the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) proved generally positive, with year-on-year growth remaining steady, and month-to-month growth contracting. ARA Executive Director Russell Zimmerman said the July retail trade figures continued to show stable growth,…

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LightInTheBox announces Gati as its first key local business partner in India

BEIJING, China, 2017-Sep-07 — /EPR Retail News/ — LightInTheBox Holding Co., Ltd. (NYSE: LITB) ("LightInTheBox" or the "Company"), a global online retail company that delivers differentiated products directly to customers around the globe, today announced that it has formed a strategic business partnership with Gati, India's pioneer in express distribution and supply chain solutions, aimed at providing localized logistics and…

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First Data helps Houston business owners get back on its feet

Company Rushes Free Mobile Payment Devices to Houston to Get Business Moving Again More Information at www.FirstData.com/HurricaneHarveyRelief NEW YORK & Houston, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — First Data (NYSE: FDC), a global leader in commerce-enabling technology, announced  today that it was sending thousands of its Clover® Go mobile credit and debit card readers to the Houston…

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SSP and Paul Hollywood to create brand new coffee and bakery concept at London’s Euston station

SSP and Paul Hollywood to create brand new coffee and bakery concept at London’s Euston station LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — SSP, a leading operator of food and beverage outlets in travel locations worldwide, has teamed up with renowned baker and star of Great British Bake Off Paul Hollywood to create a brand new coffee…

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AmRest Holdings opens the first Pizza Hut restaurant in the Czech Republic

Wroclaw, Poland, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — AmRest Holdings SE („AmRest”) (WSE: EAT), the largest publicly listed restaurant operator in Central Europe, announced an opening of the first Pizza Hut restaurant in the Czech Republic. As a result, the Company expanded its operation in the market, where was already present with KFC, Starbucks and Burger…

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Starbucks Korea introduces new e-gift mobile feature

Starbucks Korea introduces new e-gift mobile feature SEATTLE, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks customers in Korea have a new, quick and easy way to make someone feel special. An e-gift mobile feature is now available and linked to Siren Order, Starbucks Coffee Korea’s mobile order and payment system introduced in 2014. With the new "e-Gift Item" feature, customers…

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Macy’s expands same-day delivery to 15 additional U.S. markets

Macy’s continues to enhance omnichannel experience for customers by expanding same-day delivery to 15 additional markets, serviced by Deliv CINCINNATI, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macy’s, Inc. (NYSE:M) today announced the expansion of its same-day delivery of products purchased online at macys.com, bloomingdales.com and both brands’ mobile apps. Starting this fall, Macy's will offer same-day delivery to…

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Argos launches new collection of toys inspired by the upcoming new release, Star Wars™: The Last Jedi

Argos launches new collection of toys inspired by the upcoming new release, Star Wars™: The Last Jedi LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading toy retailer, Argos, is celebrating today’s Force Friday II by launching a new 13-strong range of toys and collectables inspired by the upcoming new release, Star Wars™: The Last Jedi. Available in-store and…

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Sainsbury’s Car Buying Index: 41% of UK adults believe they will buy an electric car in the next decade

Sainsbury’s Car Buying Index: 41% of UK adults believe they will buy an electric car in the next decade LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s Bank Loans research indicates 41% of adults believe they may switch to electric cars within the next decade One in four UK adults (23%) is considering buying an electric car within…

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Godiva chocolates makes debut in Sainsbury’s supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide

Godiva chocolates makes debut in Sainsbury’s supermarkets and convenience stores nationwide LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sainsbury’s customers across the country can now treat themselves to delicious Belgian chocolates with the premium Godiva chocolate brand going on sale in 500 stores. This is the first time the Godiva brand has ever been sold in a…

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John Lewis expands new home improvement and maintenance service trial across Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Taunton

LONDON, 2017-Sep-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Lewis will expand a trial of a brand new home improvement and maintenance service across Bath, Bristol, Cardiff, Cheltenham, Gloucester and Taunton from 12 September.  The initiative, called 'Home Solutions from John Lewis', which has already been trialled in Milton Keynes, enables customers to book plumbers, electricians,…

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