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Daily Archives: October 6, 2017

Avon and the Avon Breast Cancer Crusade mark 25 year legacy of raising breast cancer awareness

Avon Introduces Fundraising and Awareness Campaigns in time for Breast Cancer Awareness Month New York, NY, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — New Avon LLC ("Avon"), the leading social selling company in North America, announced its efforts to build on its 25 year legacy of raising breast cancer awareness. With the help of its woman to woman network…

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Stockmann’s plastic bag campaign raised EUR 20,000 for WWF’s activities to protect the Baltic Sea

Stockmann’s plastic bag campaign raised EUR 20,000 for WWF’s activities to protect the Baltic Sea   Helsinki, Finland, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Stockmann’s plastic bag campaign during September was a success. In September, only about one in three department store customers decided to buy a single-use carrier bag, whereas before the majority of purchases were packed…

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Levi Strauss to host Q3 2017 financial results conference call on Tuesday, October 10

SAN FRANCISCO, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Levi Strauss & Co. (LS&Co.) will host a conference call to discuss the company’s financial results for the third quarter ended August 27, 2017. The call will be held on Tuesday, October 10, at 1:00 p.m. Pacific Time / 4:00 p.m. Eastern Time, and will be hosted by…

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Barnes & Noble to host LEGO® build experience on Saturday, October 7 to celebrate The LEGO NINJAGO Movie

Fans Ages 5 and Up to Build Their Own LEGO NINJAGO Green Dragon, Inspired by the Feature Film New York, NY, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes & Noble, Inc. (NYSE: BKS), the world’s largest bookseller, today (October 3, 2017) announced a LEGO® build experience on Saturday, October 7, in celebration of the recently released The LEGO NINJAGO Movie. Starting at…

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Klarna UK Consumer Survey: Retailers must develop emotional intelligence to win over new generation of online shoppers

Millennial generation three times more likely to feel excitement while adding items to their online basket, compared to older shoppers Negative emotions also play a role in decision-making - with millennials more than five times as likely as over 55s to feel guilt at the point of payment LONDON, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ —…

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RBR Global ATM Market and Forecasts to 2022: Diebold Nixdorf named the largest manufacturer in the global ATM market

Company is the only manufacturer to have more than 1 million terminals worldwide NORTH CANTON, Ohio, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a world leader in driving connected commerce, has been named the largest manufacturer in the global automated teller machine (ATM) market, according to RBR's "Global ATM Market and Forecasts to 2022."  With a…

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Diebold Nixdorf announces new addition and enhancements to its managed services portfolio

The new offerings better enable end-to-end lifecycle management for financial institutions and retailers NORTH CANTON, Ohio, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Managing automated teller machines (ATMs) or point-of-sale (POS) devices in-house can cost financial institutions and retailers 20 percent more than outsourcing to a managed services provider.1 Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD), a world leader in driving connected…

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Devon R. Watson appointed vice president, chief marketing officer of Diebold Nixdorf

Devon R. Watson appointed vice president, chief marketing officer of Diebold Nixdorf   NORTH CANTON, Ohio, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Diebold Nixdorf (NYSE: DBD) today (Oct. 4, 2017) announced Devon R. Watson has been named vice president, chief marketing officer. In this newly created position Watson, an experienced strategy and business development leader, will lead the company's global…

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Costa Coffee opens the doors of its first store in Vietnam located in Da Nang International Airport

Store located in Da Nang International Airport Second new Costa Coffee market to open in partnership with Autogrill this year London, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Costa Coffee, the UK’s Favourite Coffee Shop Brand and the second largest coffee shop operator in the world, has opened the doors of its first store in Vietnam,…

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Dunkin’ Donuts features frighteningly fun Halloween lineup this October

Dunkin’ Donuts features frighteningly fun Halloween lineup this October   New Spider Donut features a chocolate MUNCHKINS® donut hole treat on top, plus the Dunkin’ Dozen donuts get a Halloween makeover, including the Boston Scream, Witch’s Brew-Berry, Vampire’s Delight, Wicked Chocolate and more Throughout October, guests can purchase any 10 MUNCHKINS® for the special price…

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Baskin-Robbins unveils hauntingly delicious desserts this Halloween season

Baskin-Robbins unveils hauntingly delicious desserts this Halloween season   No tricks, just treats as Baskin-Robbins also offers several sweet deals in October, including a Small Cappuccino Blast® for $2.99 CANTON, Mass., 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of specialty ice cream shops, is bringing hauntingly delicious desserts to its shops…

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Accenture Interactive recognized for innovation and artificial intelligence capabilities in transforming retail experiences

Report cites innovation and artificial intelligence capabilities as Accenture Interactive strengths for transforming retail experiences NEW YORK, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Accenture Interactive has been recognized as a Leader in the recently published “IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Retail Digital Marketing Technology Services 2017 Vendor Assessment*” report. The report highlights Accenture Interactive’s deep industry expertise and its ability to…

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NCR will host its 17th annual Innovation Conference on October 10-12, 2017 in Orlando, Florida

Financial services thought leaders, leading financial institutions and technology partners will converge on Orlando next week at NCR-hosted event DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, will host its 17th annual Innovation Conference on October 10-12, 2017 at the Walt Disney World Swan & Dolphin Resort in Orlando, Florida.…

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NCR launches mobile POS solution designed for micro businesses: Ring Up by NCR Silver powered by Worldpay

Mobile payment reader and app join family of NCR Silver solutions built for every stage of business, marks NCR’s entrance in new market DULUTH, Ga., 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, has launched Ring Up by NCR Silver, a mobile point-of-sale (POS) solution designed for the 3.7 million U.S.…

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RioCan REIT enters into agreement with Sears Canada for its locations at RioCan Oakville Place, Ontario and Garden City Shopping Centre in Manitoba

TORONTO, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — RioCan Real Estate Investment Trust(“RioCan”) (TSX:REI.UN) is pleased to announce that it has entered into agreements with Sears Canada Inc. (“Sears”), which received court approval on October 4, 2017. Sears is currently subject to restructuring proceedings under the Companies’ Creditors Arrangement Act (“CCAA”). RioCan and its co-owner Hudson Bay Company (“HBC”) have secured a surrender…

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Anna-Karin Dahlberg appointed Lindex new Corporate Sustainability Manager

Anna-Karin Dahlberg appointed Lindex new Corporate Sustainability Manager   Sweden, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Anna-Karin Dahlberg has been assigned the role as Lindex new Corporate Sustainability Manager and will lead the sustainability work in all areas of the business. It feels fantastic and I’m proud of how Lindex has managed to integrate sustainability in the entire business.…

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INTERSPAR to build the most modern shopping centre in Austria at Steyr

INTERSPAR to build the most modern shopping centre in Austria at Steyr   Austria, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — The most modern INTERSPAR shopping centre in Austria will be built in Upper Austria’s district capital Steyr. Approval for the project was given by Mayor Gerald Hackl and Managing Director INTERSPAR Austria, Markus Kaser. Throughout the full…

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SPAR UK Partner, A.F. Blakemore & Son raised £30,379 for children’s charity NSPCC

SPAR UK Partner, A.F. Blakemore & Son raised £30,379 for children’s charity NSPCC   UK, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR UK Partner, A.F. Blakemore & Son, has raised funds for a leading children’s charity and honoured SPAR retailers at their annual Retail Trade Show. This SPAR Partner is celebrating their 100-year anniversary this year with…

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SPAR Guangdong supports programmes for children in Dongguan Province

SPAR Guangdong supports programmes for children in Dongguan Province   Guangdong, China, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — SPAR Partners in China are very actively involved in community initiatives. Here, we share details of only two of the recently held programmes for children, focused on Dongguan Province. SPAR Guangdong launched the Hazeline Jingxin Green Backpack Charitable event for children of migrant…

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Office Depot to acquire IT services, products and solutions provider CompuCom Systems, Inc.

Adding Market-Leading Provider of World-Class IT Services with Approximately $1.1 Billion in Sales to Create a Powerful Omnichannel Tech Services Platform Combines CompuCom’s Broad Set of Managed Technology Services with Access to Office Depot’s Extensive Customer Base and Last-Mile Advantage to Generate Substantial Growth Opportunities Expects Over $40 Million in Estimated Annual Cost…

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Lowe’s Canada opens new Lowe’s Big Box model store in B.C.

Second new Lowe’s model opens today in B.C. Boucherville, QC, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lowe’s Canada opened today (October 5, 2017) its second store under the new model of Lowe’s stores in Canada which offers an enhanced shopping experience. The store, located at 850 Langford Parkway, was converted from the former RONA Home and…

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Pantene Care Beyond Hair Tour at the ShopRite kicks off; people can donate their hair to benefit women with cancer

Keasbey, NJ, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — ShopRite is partnering with Pantene® for its Care Beyond Hair Tour, exclusively at ShopRite, to donate hair and raise funds for Pantene Beautiful Lengths Fund, a program created in partnership with the American Cancer Society to provide free, real-hair wigs to women who have lost their hair due…

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Bloomingdale’s hosts Pink Campaign in support of breast cancer awareness and treatment this month of October

New York, NY, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the 13th year, Bloomingdale's continues its commitment to support breast cancer awareness and treatment during the month of October. This year, the retailer again invites shoppers to participate in the cause with exclusive products and events promoting good health and wellness in support of the Breast…

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Bloomingdale’s launches new makeup and skincare boutique Glowhaus

New York, NY, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bloomingdale's is bringing a new beauty space to their shoppers with the launch of Glowhaus. This new makeup and skincare boutique, packed with niche beauty brands, will open hard-shops in five Bloomingdale's locations including Roosevelt Field (NY), San Francisco (CA), Sherman Oaks (CA), Soho (NY) and…

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McDonald’s brings back limited-edition Szechuan Sauce and poster to select restaurants on Saturday, October 7 ONLY

Limited-edition poster and sauce will come to select restaurants on Saturday, October 7 only OAK BROOK, IL, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — After listening to customers' enthusiasm for Szechuan Sauce over the past few months, McDonald's (NYSE: MCD) has revealed the final addition to its gig-style poster lineup designed by artists from Delicious Design League. For the…

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Ben & Jerry’s to implement worker-driven Milk with Dignity Program in its Northeast dairy supply chain

Ben & Jerry’s to implement worker-driven Milk with Dignity Program in its Northeast dairy supply chain   Burlington, VT, 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ben & Jerry’s and Migrant Justice have reached an historic agreement to implement the worker-driven Milk with Dignity (MD) Program in Ben & Jerry’s Northeast dairy supply chain. Over the past two…

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BJ’s Restaurants celebrates its world-famous Pizookie® dessert this October

HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif., 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — BJ’s Restaurants, Inc.(NASDAQ:BJRI) is making October a little sweeter by celebrating its world-famous Pizookie® dessert all month long. BJ’s is kicking off the festivities today, Oct. 2, with Free Pizookie® Day. All day long, guests will receive a free Pizookie® with a minimum $9.95 food purchase. Often imitated, but never duplicated, BJ’s…

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Health care organizations come together to expand safe medication disposal program to 1,500 Walgreens stores nationwide

Goal set to collect 300 tons of unwanted medications over next two years DEERFIELD, Ill., 2017-Oct-06 — /EPR Retail News/ — Leading health care organizations AmerisourceBergen, Blue Cross Blue Shield Association, Pfizer and Prime Therapeutics are joining Walgreens to combat the national opioid abuse crisis by expanding the availability of safe medication disposal kiosks to an…

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