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NAREIT names Macerich 2017 Retail “Leader in the Light” for the fourth straight year

Macerich Earns Nareit's Prestigious Retail 'leader In The Light' Award For Fourth Straight Year, Leading Industry In Sustainability Macerich Also Achieves #1 GRESB Ranking for North American Retail Sector in 2017, Third Year in a Row SANTA MONICA, Calif., 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Macerich (NYSE: MAC), one of the nation's leading owners, operators…
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Gap Inc. elects Chris O’Neill to its board of directors

EVERNOTE CEO BRINGS MORE THAN A DECADE OF LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE FROM TOP TECH FIRMS San Francisco, CA, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today (November 14, 2017) announced that Chris O’Neill has been elected to serve on the Gap Inc. board of directors, effective February 4, 2018. Mr. O’Neill, 44, is currently chief executive officer…
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Casa Sanchez Foods recalls “Real Guacamole” that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes

Casa Sanchez Foods recalls "Real Guacamole" that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes   Hayward, CA, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Casa Sanchez Foods of Hayward, CA, is recalling its 9-ounce containers of "Real Guacamole" because they have the potential to be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes, an organism which can cause serious and sometimes fatal infections in…
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German startup company repay.me implements B2C modules of the Intershop Commerce Suite

Intershop to help repay.me launch next-generation marketplace for sellers and buyers Intershop platform powers unique cashback and cryptocurrency features Jena, Germany, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — German startup company repay.me has selected an Intershop platform as the basis for its brand new global C2C marketplace, due to launch in 2018. repay.me is implementing several…
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Wegmans encourages customers to properly recycle plastic bags in honor of America Recycles Day

Rochester, N.Y., 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — In honor of America Recycles Day, Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. is encouraging customers to properly recycle plastic bags to prevent them from polluting our waterways, getting tangled in trees and bushes, or ending up in a landfill. There’s no denying plastic bags are useful, convenient and offer benefits for…
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Toys“R”Us kicks off holiday shopping season with discounts on hundreds of toy and baby products this Sunday

Toys“R”Us kicks off holiday shopping season with discounts on hundreds of toy and baby products this Sunday   WAYNE, NJ, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Deal seekers get ready: This Sunday, Toys“R”Us® will once again kick-off the holiday shopping season with discounts on hundreds of toy and baby products. Even better? There’s no membership or loyalty…
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KappAhl and Ekoligens developed innovative hangers produced using recycled paper

KappAhl and Ekoligens developed innovative hangers produced using recycled paper   Mölndal, Sweden, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Through an exclusive partnership, KappAhl and Ekoligens AB have developed innovative hangers produced using recycled paper. Now these hangers, EcoligentPaper, are being used to display KappAhl’s Limited Edition collection. “We are very happy to have developed a hanger that is…
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New lower prices on additional best-selling grocery items and holiday staples at Whole Foods Market stores

Prime members to receive added discount on organic and no antibiotic turkeys throughout Thanksgiving; New lower prices are in addition to the reduced prices that customers are already enjoying AUSTIN, Texas & SEATTLE, 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market and Amazon today announced new lower prices on additional best-selling grocery items and holiday…
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Rite Aid appoints Rob Mullins SVP, store operations of the Western division

Rite Aid's Bill Romine to Retire after More than 20 Years of Service CAMP HILL, Pa., 2017-Nov-17 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today (Nov. 14, 2017) announced that Rob Mullins, Rite Aid's current divisional pharmacy vice president of the Company's Western division, has been named senior vice president of store operations of…
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Bell and Howell Announces 100th Retail Click-and-Collect Installation of Cleveron’s PackRobot in North America

Durham, North Carolina, USA, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Bell and Howell announced today the 100th U.S. installation of the PackRobot, a 16-foot-tall automated package pickup system manufactured by Cleveron, a leading European developer of click-and-collect self-service pickup technology. The PackRobot allows customers to pick up their online order in a matter of seconds. Once…
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India Should Reduce GST on Point Of Sale Devices to Encourage Digitalization: Millennium

Chennai, India, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Ever since the Indian government introduced the ‘historic’ Goods and Services Tax regime from July 2017, there have been frequent announcements for revision of rates for several items by the GST council owing to pressure from public, traders and political spectrum. However, there are certain items which are still…
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Dollar General continues its partnerships with St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s Thanks and Giving® campaign and the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation

GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar General plans to celebrate this holiday season through its mission of Serving Others. In that spirit, the company is continuing its longstanding partnerships with the St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital’s Thanks and Giving® campaign, the Marine Toys for Tots Foundation and other local toy drives to help support the…
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Meijer announces its brand frozen turkeys at 48 cents per pound now through Nov. 25

Meijer announces its brand frozen turkeys at 48 cents per pound now through Nov. 25   All Meijer brand frozen turkeys priced at 48 cents per pound GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer is once again announcing aggressive pricing on Thanksgiving turkeys that are expected to lead the Midwest in low price. When a…
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CBRE welcomes Curt Grantham as Global President of Project Management

Los Angeles, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE today (November 13, 2017) announced that Curt Grantham has been appointed to a new role as Global President of Project Management.  Mr. Grantham will drive strategy, growth and client outcomes for CBRE’s Project Management businesses across all geographic regions. Mr. Grantham has been with CBRE for 33…
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CBRE hosted its first-ever simulcast for members of its Women’s Network

Live Event Viewed by Thousands Of Members Worldwide Los Angeles, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE hosted its first-ever simulcast for members of the CBRE Women’s Network, on November 9. The live-streaming presentation, called "A Conversation with Amy Cuddy," was viewed by more than 3,000 CBRE women and men across the U.S., Canada, Latin America…
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CBRE acquires Streetsense’s retail brokerage operations

Los Angeles, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. (NYSE: CBG) today (November 15, 2017) announced it has acquired a 50% interest in Streetsense, a privately-held strategy and design company, creating a joint venture to provide services that help retailers and other clients create compelling consumer experiences. As part of the strategic investment in…
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7‑Eleven, Inc. launches chatbot platform that allows quick and easy conversation with customers

IRVING, Texas, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (Nov. 15, 2017), 7‑Eleven, Inc. launches a trailblazing chatbot platform that is poised to propel the convenience retailing industry into a new era of “conversational commerce.”  The company has a compelling history of innovation, being the first company to sell fresh brewed coffee in to-go cups,…
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Hy-Vee unveils major projects across its eight-state region

WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hy-Vee, Inc. is expanding several of its facilities and making changes at some of its stores to meet customers’ changing lifestyles. Construction is already underway and includes projects across the company’s eight-state region. “This fiscal year, we have approved one of our largest capital expenditure budgets…
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Hy-Vee announces partnership with The Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx and Iowa Wolves

Minneapolis-St. Paul, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Minnesota Timberwolves, Minnesota Lynx and Iowa Wolves today (11/15/2017) announced a new long-term partnership with Hy-Vee, Inc. to be the teams’ official grocery, pharmacy and floral partner. “We couldn’t be more excited to begin this partnership with Hy-Vee and welcome them into our Timberwolves, Lynx and Iowa…
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Hy-Vee acquires telepharmacy locations in Victor and West Liberty to expand its pharmacy access in rural Iowa communities

Victor and West Liberty telepharmacies fill prescriptions and offer OTC health items WEST DES MOINES, Iowa, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Hy-Vee, Inc. is excited to expand its pharmacy access in rural Iowa communities via telepharmacy services. Two existing telepharmacy locations in Victor and West Liberty, Iowa, were purchased by Hy-Vee and will continue to…
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B&M completes the relocation of Newport store as it opens new store at East Retail Park

Liverpool, United Kingdom, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The relocation of B&M's Newport store has been completed, with the new-look store at East Retail Park opening to the public on Wednesday. The new store opening comes as a huge boost to the local economy, with the store increasing the number of employees by 60 having previously employed just 23…
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2017 Wendy’s High School Heisman National Finalists announced

2017 Wendy's High School Heisman National Finalists announced   Ten Outstanding High School Seniors from Across the Country Compete for two $10,000 Scholarships DUBLIN, Ohio, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — The cut has been made and Wendy's High School Heisman® names the Top Ten Scholar-Athletes in the U.S. These young men and women will now compete to become the…
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Build-A-Bear Workshop opens its first-ever Build-A-Bear Bakeshop

Retailer Translates Signature Make-Your-Own Experience into New Bakeshop Concept ST. LOUIS, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Build-A-Bear Workshop (NYSE:BBW), a global brand kids love and parents trust, today (NOVEMBER 14, 2017) announced the opening of the first-ever Build-A-Bear Bakeshop, a customized baked-goods experience that reflects the company’s beloved Make-Your-Own concept. The Bakeshop opened today on Level 1 of West County Center in…
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Tapestry declares quarterly cash dividend of $0.3375 per common share

NEW YORK, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tapestry, Inc. (NYSE:TPR) (SEHK:6388), a leading New York-based house of modern luxury accessories and lifestyle brands, today (Nov. 15, 2017) announced that its Board of Directors has declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.3375 per common share. The dividend is payable on January 2, 2018 to shareholders of record as of the close…
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Lenta announces the opening of its 21st supermarket in Saint-Petersburg

St. Petersburg, Russia, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta, (LSE, MOEX: LNTA) one of the largest retail chains in Russia, is pleased to announce the opening of its twenty first supermarket in Saint-Petersburg. The new store is a Lenta supermarket located at 27 Engelsa street, Saint-Petersburg. The store has a total area of 1,063 sq.m…
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Lenta announces the opening of five new hypermarkets in Moscow

Saint-Petersburg, Russia, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lenta (LSE, MOEX: LNTA), one of the largest retail chains in Russia, announces the launch of five new hypermarkets in Moscow. The stores open on premises previously operated under the NASH hypermarkets brand, as part of the long-term lease agreement signed in July. The new standard and compact…
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GameStop appoints Daniel A. DeMatteo as its interim Chief Executive Officer

GRAPEVINE, Texas, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — GameStop Corp. (NYSE:GME) today (Nov. 14, 2017) announced that its Chief Executive Officer, J. Paul Raines, has had a reoccurrence of his previously disclosed medical issue and is seeking treatment.  In light of these developments, the Board of Directors of the company has appointed the company’s Executive Chairman, Daniel A.…
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Springboard Retail and BigCommerce to provide a robust end-to-end omni-channel system for high volume brands and retailers

Leading Cloud retail management platform and ecommerce platform providers join forces to enable brands and retailers to offer a seamless omni-channel experience to their customers across the retail enterprise. Boston, MA, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Springboard Retail, the leading cloud POS and retail management platform helping retailers drive sales and margins, and BigCommerce, the…
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Barnes & Noble announces the return of its Black Friday Signed Editions program

Barnes & Noble Stores Nationwide to Feature over 150 Authors in Signed Editions Program Including Katherine Applegate, David Baldacci, Lee Child, Chris Colfer, Ree Drummond, Jennifer Egan, Savannah Guthrie, Tom Hanks, Joe Hill, Jeff Kinney, Jason Reynolds, George Saunders, Katy Tur, Colson Whitehead, and Many More New York, New York, 2017-Nov-16 — /EPR Retail News/ — Barnes &…
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