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LVMH key partner of Viva Technology Start Up Connect / Paris 2016

PARIS, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The LVMH Group has affirmed its longstanding support for entrepreneurial initiative and innovation by becoming a partner of “VIVA TECHNOLOGY PARIS”. This groundbreaking event will bring all the key players in the digital transformation together in the French capital from June 30 to July 2, 2016. LVMH is a prominent…

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Eroski y Artzai-Gazta unen sus fuerzas para el “Festival Internacional del Queso 2016”

La cooperativa se convierte en colaborador principal del ‘International Cheese Festival 2016’ que se celebrará en Donostia-San Sebastián entre el 16 y el 18 de noviembre En el certamen internacional participarán más de 3.000 quesos procedentes de 40 países de los cinco continentes que reunirá a 250 catadores internacionales La cooperativa apuesta por su apoyo a…

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H&M reports steady increase of sustainably sourced materials and great progress in renewable electricity use

The H&M Conscious Actions Sustainability Report 2015 is published today. The report shows a steady increase of sustainably sourced materials and great progress when it comes to the use of renewable electricity. Yet another highlight is the signing of the Global Framework Agreement with IndustriALL Global Union and IF Metall. STOCKHOLM, Sweden, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail…

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Sonic Corp. priced $425 million of Series 2016-1 Class A-2 Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes

OKLAHOMA CITY, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sonic Corp. (NASDAQ:SONC), the nation's largest chain of drive-in restaurants, today announced that certain of its subsidiaries have priced $425 million of Series 2016-1 Class A-2 Fixed Rate Senior Secured Notes ("Senior Notes"). The Senior Notes will have an expected life of seven years and bear interest at 4.472%…

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Contractors hired for building IKEA’s future Columbus, Ohio store

CONSHOHOCKEN, PA, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA, the world’s leading home furnishings retailer, today announced contractors are hired for building its future Columbus, Ohio store. Pending remaining permits, this progress allows the project to continue on track for site work to commence, with groundbreaking this spring and a store opening in Summer 2017, increasing…

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Weekend-long celebration at IKEA U.S. stores for the re-opening of its newly remodeled restaurants, April 29 – May 1, 2016

CONSHOHOCKEN, Pa., 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — IKEA U.S. invites customers to participate in a weekend-long celebration at stores across the country* to commemorate the grand re-opening of its newly remodeled restaurants from April 29 through May 1, 2016, beginning with a special ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday, April 29. Throughout the weekend, IKEA FAMILY**…

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Publicis Groupe’s Saatchi & Saatchi and media agency Zenith appointed by Asda

LEEDS, England, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Asda has today announced the appointment of Publicis Groupe’s Saatchi & Saatchi as its lead creative agency along with Zenith as its media agency, replacing VCCP and Carat. The appointment of Saatchi & Saatchi and Zenith is part of Asda’s Project Renewal blueprint to transform its business and…

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The National Retail Federation highlighted the negative consequences of Obama’s proposal to expand overtime

WASHINGTON, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today increased pressure on the Obama Administration to rethink its proposal to expand overtime and more than double the threshold at which a job can become a salaried career-track position. In a meeting with administration officials and a letter to Congress, NRF highlighted the negative…

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Foodservice data and analytics provider Food Genius acquired by US Foods

Chicago-based Food Genius is a leading technology provider of foodservice data and analytics Rosemont, Ill, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — US Foods today announced it has acquired Food Genius, a leading provider of foodservice data and analytics. The Food Genius team members will join US Foods. Focused exclusively on foodservice, Food Genius offers a suite of…

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Download Auntie Anne’s App by April 25 for an exclusive offer on National Pretzel Day

“My Pretzel Perks” Members Can Redeem Free Pretzel Offer between April 26 and May 1 Lancaster, Pa., 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — What’s better than a free pretzel for National Pretzel Day? The mouthwatering prospect of having free pretzels for an entire year, of course! In celebration of National Pretzel Day, Auntie Anne’s® – the world’s…

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Tractor Supply Company to release its first quarter 2016 results on Wednesday, April 20, 2016

BRENTWOOD, TN, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Tractor Supply Company (NASDAQ: TSCO) , the largest rural lifestyle retail store chain in the United States, intends to release its first quarter 2016 results after the market closes on Wednesday, April 20, 2016. In conjunction with this release, the management of Tractor Supply Company will host a conference…

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Jeffrey Allen the $100,000 grand-prize winner in Co-op’s 2016 Fuel Up to Win contest

Saskatoon, Canada, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Jeffrey Allen has 100,000 more reasons to shop at Co-op. Allen is the $100,000 grand-prize winner in Co-op’s 2016 Fuel Up to Win contest. Allen, a member and customer at Delta Co-op in western Saskatchewan, earned the jackpot by purchasing items at Co-op locations and collecting the seven game…

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RILA applauds the introduction of the American Manufacturing Competitiveness Act of 2016 – Hun Quach VP for international trade

Legislation Will Eliminate Duties, Spur Economic Growth Arlington , VA, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) issued the following statement in response to the introduction of legislation in the House of Representatives that sets forward a path for a new Miscellaneous Tariff Bill (MTB). "RILA applauds the introduction of the American Manufacturing…

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RILA announced 11 finalists for the 2016 Retail AP Innovation Awards

Eleven Solution Providers Ranked Among The Best For Advancements In Asset Protection Arlington, VA, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA), the trade association for the world's largest and most innovative retail companies, today announced 11 finalists for the 2016 Retail AP Innovation Awards. The Awards recognize the most visionary and influential…

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CarMax to provide community support and career opportunities to our nation’s military, veterans and their families

Company pledges $1.4 million to support veterans and their families RICHMOND, Va., 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, announced today a commitment to providing community support and career opportunities to our nation’s military, veterans and their families. CarMax and The CarMax Foundation have pledged a…

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Gap appoints Sonia Syngal as Old Navy’s global president

Two Proven Leaders to Oversee Gap Inc. Global Supply Chain Responsibilities SAN FRANCISCO, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today announced that Sonia Syngal has been selected as Old Navy’s global president, effective immediately, to lead the brand’s continued reinvention of the value space with quality, accessible fashion for everyone. She will continue…

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Gap launched interactive digital campaign to raise awareness about the impact of the gender pay gap

SAN FRANCISCO, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — In recognition of Equal Pay Day on April 12, Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today launched a new, interactive digital experience designed to raise awareness about the impact of the gender pay gap. The campaign features thought-provoking portraits of Gap Inc. employees styled in outfits missing 21 percent, such…

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Fuel consumers expect gas prices to rise over the next 30 days – NACS survey

​ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Two in three U.S. fuel consumers (64%) say that they expect gas prices to rise over the next 30 days, an 11-point jump from a month ago and the highest percentage of Americans expecting price increases since May 2015 according to the results of a new consumer survey…

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Record 2015 in-store sales for convenience stores in U.S. – NACS State of the Industry Summit

CHICAGO, 2016-Apr-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — U.S. convenience stores experienced record in-store sales in 2015, led by strong growth in foodservice products. These industry’s overall metrics for 2015 were released today at the NACS State of the Industry Summit, taking place April 11–13 in Chicago. Convenience stores sell 80% of the fuel purchased in the country…

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CBRE: Vacancy in the U.S. office market increased to 13.2% during first quarter of 2016

Los Angeles, CA, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Vacancy in the U.S. office market inched up by 10 basis points (bps) during the first quarter of 2016 (Q1 2016), rising to 13.2%, according to the latest analysis from CBRE Group, Inc. Even with the increase, the national office vacancy rate remains at the lowest level…

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Gordy’s Market announces the opening of its new store in South Broadway Street in Stanley, WI

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISC, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gordy’s Market is pleased to announce they have opened their 25th store as of this morning. Gordy’s announced in September 2015 that they would be breaking ground in October 2015 for a new store on South Broadway Street in Stanley, WI. “We are excited to join the…

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Gordy’s Market announces the launch of new, revamped version of its website gordys.com

CHIPPEWA FALLS, WISC, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ —  Gordy’s Market is pleased to announce the launch of a new, revamped version of its website, which coincides with the change to their website’s url, gordys.com. With customers at the forefront of the new design, Gordy’s Market partnered with a local web developer, JB Systems, LLC,…

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Jewelry retailer James Avery launches Charm Event for 2016

Purchase two charms plus any eligible bracelet or charm holder and receive $49 off KERRVILLE, TEXAS, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — James Avery, a family-owned jewelry retailer, announces the launch of its Charm Event for 2016 through all of the company’s sales channels. Starting today and running through May 31st, patrons who purchase two charms plus…

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London & Cambridge Properties Limited announces two new occupiers for Glanvilles Mill Shopping Centre in Ivybridge

LONDON, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Acting on behalf of LCP, property consultants Alder King and Millington Tunnicliffe have secured two new occupiers for Glanvilles Mill Shopping Centre in Ivybridge. Units 6 and 7 totalling 1,100 sq ft have been let to Barnardo’s for a 10 year term at a rent of £24,000 per annum. …

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Sprouts Farmers Market to release financial results for first quarter ended April 3, 2016 on May 5, 2016

PHOENIX, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Sprouts Farmers Market, Inc. (Nasdaq:SFM) today announced it will issue financial results for the first quarter ended April 3, 2016 before the market opens on Thursday, May 5, 2016. Following the release, Sprouts management will conduct a conference call at 7:00 a.m. PDT (10:00 a.m. EDT) to discuss the…

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EROSKI renueva su compromiso con la innovación en eco-diseño para reducir el impacto ambiental de sus envases

Se trata de la única empresa del sector de la Distribución presente en la iniciativa impulsada por el Gobierno Vasco EROSKI participa también en el nuevo Plan Empresarial de Prevención (PEP) de Ecoembes para prevenir en origen la generación de residuos de los envases y el impacto ambiental derivado de los residuos que generen Con…

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NRF VP for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold appointed to Department of Commerce’s Advisory Committee

WASHINGTON, DC, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — National Retail Federation Vice President for Supply Chain and Customs Policy Jonathan Gold has been appointed to the Department of Commerce’s Advisory Committee on Supply Chain Competitiveness, NRF said today. Established in 2011, the committee consists of 45 senior-level private sector supply chain experts and industry representatives who…

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Kimco Realty acquires remaining interest in Oakwood Plaza shopping center and Dania Pointe development project in Florida

NEW HYDE PARK, NEW YORK, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Kimco Realty Corp. (NYSE: KIM) today announced it has acquired from Canada Pension Plan Investment Board the remaining 45% ownership interest in the Oakwood Plaza shopping center and the Dania Pointe development project for a gross price of $299.2 million, including the assumption of…

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Best Buy: Pro football star Von Miller now also a Geek Squad agent

Minneapolis, MN, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Von Miller is a Super Bowl MVP, dancing phenom, self-proclaimed nerd and now… an official Geek. The pro football star filled out a Geek Squad job app Sunday night and, true to Geek Squad tradition was deputized in record time by Geek Squad Chief Inspector Nate Bauer Monday morning.…

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Albert Heijn: Gezonde variatie met 8 producten onder eigen merk

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2016-Apr-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — In het schap met rijst en graanproducten van Albert Heijn liggen vanaf deze week acht nieuwe producten onder het Albert Heijn eigen merk. Variërend van rode splitlinzen tot groene spliterwten en van kidneybonen tot kikkererwten. Onze klanten zoeken steeds meer naar gezondere en duurzamere producten als basis…

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