SAN FRANCISCO, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Old Navy® is proud to announce it has been named one of the Best Workplaces in Retail by research and consulting firm Great Place to Work® and FORTUNE.
The ranking considered survey responses from 38,000 employees in the sector, taking into account more than 50 factors that shape their experience at…
PRODUCT RECALL: Nature’s Touch Frozen Organic Fine Whole Green Beans due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes
Front Royal, Virginia, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Nature’s Touch Frozen Foods LLC. of Front Royal, Virginia is voluntarily recalling one product, Nature’s Touch Frozen Organic Fine Whole Green Beans, due to potential contamination with Listeria monocytogenes.
Nature’s Touch…
Wegmans again tops the Best Workplaces in Retail ranking by Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine
ROCHESTER, NY, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans is proud to announce, once again, it has been named one of the Best Workplaces in Retail by research and consulting firm Great Place to Work and FORTUNE magazine, ranking #1 for the second straight year.
The ranking considered survey responses from 38,000 employees in the retail sector, taking into…
Anna Karin Holck appointed new VP Customer Experience of the KappAhl Group
Mölndal, Sweden, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Anna Karin Holck has been appointed new Vice President Customer Experience of the KappAhl Group. Since 2013 she is Country Manager of KappAhl Sweden and has before that extensive experience from leadership in the retail industry.
"Anna…
KappAhl releases Annual & Sustainability Report 2017
Mölndal, Sweden, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — In the report, President and CEO Danny Feltmann summarizes the year with the words "We have confirmation that our efforts are having effect and our development work is now continuing at a sustained pace. The pace of investment will continue to be…
Moscow, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — X5 Retail Group N.V. ("X5" or the "Company"), a leading Russian food retailer (LSE ticker: "FIVE"), announces the opening of its trade representative office in Hong Kong. A permanent presence in Hong Kong, the business getaway to South-Eastern Asia, will enable X5's procurement team to improve purchasing terms and…
Major Discount Retailer Recognized as the First Retail Recipient
GOODLETTSVILLE, Tenn., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Coca-Cola Company (NYSE: KO) plans to formally recognize Dollar General (NYSE: DG) with its President’s Veterans Recognition Award at a special event at its world headquarters in Atlanta on Friday, November 10, 2017. As the 2017 recipient, Dollar…
PLANO, Texas, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — JCPenney announced today (Nov. 8, 2017) the release of its 2017 Corporate Social Responsibility Report, highlighting the Company’s sustainability and community efforts across its operations worldwide. The report, which details activities for fiscal years 2015 and 2016, illustrates the Company’s ongoing commitment to the highest level of corporate…
Cupertino, California, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple today (NOVEMBER 7, 2017) announced iPhone X, the future of the smartphone, featuring a revolutionary new design with a stunning all-screen display, wireless charging and an incredible rear camera with dual optical image stabilization, will arrive in 13 additional countries across Europe, Asia, the Middle East…
Meijer unveils weeklong Black Friday deals
GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Meijer announced today (November 8, 2017) aggressive weeklong Black Friday deals designed to give customers deep savings across the store. Customers can start saving on this season’s hottest gifts beginning Nov. 19 and continuing through Nov. 25, with additional one-day deals…
SCHENECTADY, NY, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Price Chopper and Market 32 Supermarkets have partnered with Instacart, the technology-driven, nationwide on-demand grocery delivery service, to bring same-day home delivery of groceries to Price Chopper/Market 32 customers in Binghamton and Syracuse, NY; Hartford, CT; and, Worcester, MA. The new delivery service is available in those markets…
Bradford, UK, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Morrisons is launching an improved range of nearly 1,500 own-brand Cook, Home and Stationery products in all UK stores and online from 7th November.
Designed by Morrisons, the brand new range will include; cookware, utensils, ovenware and bakeware; countertop and kitchen cupboard electricals; dining and tableware; home furnishings,…
Larger-than-life reimagination of the North Pole features state-of-the-art technology that transforms each child into a ‘Cadet’ and delivers a sneak peak of ‘Ferdinand’ in theaters Dec. 15
BLOOMFIELD HILLS, Mich., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — To capture the magic and wonder of the holiday season, Taubman (NYSE: TCO) today (11/07/2017) announced that “Santa’s Flight Academy,” a one-of-a-kind, immersive holiday…
IRVING, TEXAS, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Online shoppers who don’t have a credit card, or prefer not to use one for purchases, can now use Amazon Cash to add funds to their Amazon.com Balance at almost 8,000 7‑Eleven® stores in the U.S..
The process is simple. To load money into their Amazon account, customers present their…
More than 80 stores in 13 Canadian airports will participate
ATLANTA, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Paradies Lagardère, the travel retail and restaurateur leader in North America, is partnering with several airports throughout Canada to honor veterans that have served their country on Remembrance Day, November 11.
Paradies Lagardère will donate a percentage of its sales…
Jesper Reismann named as new VERO MODA Brand Director
BRANDE, Denmark, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Today (08 November 2017), we are pleased to announce Jesper Reismann as our new VERO MODA Brand Director. Jesper comes with vast experience and will commence his new position in BESTSELLER on 1 March 2018.
With a strong knowledge of retail,…
Pasay City, Philippines, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — SM Investments Corporation (SM) reported consolidated net income rose 8% to PHP23.8 billion for the first nine months of the year. Recurring net income, net of one-time items, climbed 13%. Consolidated revenues likewise grew 8% to PHP272.2 billion for the period from PHP252.7 billion in the…
Advance Auto Parts driver COURTNEY FORCE to drive the No. 6 Big Machine Records funny car at the Auto Club NHRA Finals
Courtney Force’s Funny Car to Feature Big Machine Records’ Taylor Swift’s reputation Album Cover
BROWNSBURG, IN, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — John Force Racing (JFR) announced today (November 7, 2017) that Advance Auto Parts driver COURTNEY FORCE will drive…
Advance Auto Parts' Kristine Hankey earns Retailer Counter Professional of the Year award during the 2017 AAPEX Show in Las Vegas
First female recipient of Counter Professional of the Year recognition in 20+ years honored during AAPEX awards reception
ROANOKE, Va., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Advance Auto Parts, Inc., a leading automotive aftermarket parts provider …
New Store Format Provides Fun and Engaging Shopping Experience
Columbus, Ohio, 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Big Lots announced today (November 7, 2017) it is celebrating the grand opening of its newest store in Grandview, Ohio, on Thursday, November 9, 2017. The store reflects a new format showcasing the Ownable and Winnable merchandise categories of Furniture, Seasonal,…
Grant Will Place Six Facility Dog Teams in Regions Across the Country to Support 15,600 Individuals per Year
PHOENIX and SANTA ROSA, CALIF., 2017-Nov-09 — /EPR Retail News/ — Facility dog provider, Canine Companions for Independence, today (Nov. 7, 2017 ) announced its receipt of a $300,000 grant from PetSmart Charities, the leading funder of animal welfare in North America.
The…
London, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — ASOS is a global fashion destination for 20-somethings. Selling over 85,000 branded and own-label products through localised mobile and web experiences.
ASOS launches a new virtual assistant via the Facebook page that will make suggestions for customers shopping Christmas gifts. The ASOS Gift Assistant is available to customers during the…
Paris, France, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — With the 23rd edition of MAPIC – the global retail real estate market – just days away, please see below a selection of those not to miss events and conference sessions that are set to be the talk of the Palais des Festivals in Cannes.
The complete MAPIC programme…
Paris, France, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — For the first time MAPIC is launching the International Outlet Summit, an event dedicated to the phenomenon of outlet centres. This invitation-only summit will be held one day before the official opening of the event in Cannes at 2pm on 14 November. It will bring together industry…
The Bon-Ton Stores hosts Charity Shopping Event with the Aim to Raise $6 Million to Support Local Charities
Charity Shopping Event Aims to Raise $6 Million to Support Local Charities
MILWAUKEE, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Lend a helping hand to local non-profit groups and schools during The Bon-Ton Stores, Inc. (NASDAQ: BONT) 4-day Community Days event. The…
HYDERABAD, India, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — NCR Corporation (NYSE: NCR), a global leader in omni-channel solutions, expanded its worldwide presence today (November 07, 2017) with a state-of-the-art research and development (R&D) centre at Mindspace IT Park in HITEC City, Hyderabad. Spread across 140,000 square feet, the facility is now NCR’s largest R&D centre outside of the…
Lindex and its customers raised 900 000 EUR for cancer research through Pink Ribbon campaign
Sweden, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Through luxurious lounge- and underwear, beautiful accessories and Pink Ribbons, Lindex and its customers have raised a total of 900 000 EUR to cancer research during October.
Lindex is a proud main partner of the Pink Ribbon campaign…
BOCA RATON, Fla., 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — Office Depot, Inc. (NASDAQ:ODP), a leading omnichannel provider of business services, products and technology today (November 7, 2017) announced the launch of BizBox (MyBizBox.com). This new business services platform will provide start-ups and small business leaders access to the core services needed to start and grow their businesses through a convenient subscription with monthly services starting at $99. BizBox will simplify business decisions and operations for all small and medium-size businesses.
The…
Zalando has just announced the opening of its third technology hub outside of Germany, in Lisbon
The hub will open at the beginning of 2018 with plans to create 50 jobs in the first year of operations
The local team will focus on the digital experience of the Zalando Fashion Store
Expansion…
TORONTO & NEW YORK, 2017-Nov-08 — /EPR Retail News/ — HBC or the "Company" (TSX: HBC) today (November 6, 2017) announced the appointment of Milton Pappas to Chief Marketing Officer, effective immediately. In this role, Mr. Pappas will lead the Marketing Center of Excellence (COE), charged with executing the marketing strategies of the Company's North American retail businesses.
Earlier this year, the Company created…