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Shop.org announced the winner of the group’s first-ever Digital Commerce Startup Competition at Retail’s BIG Show in New York

NEW YORK, 2015-1-15 — /EPR Retail News/ — Shop.org announced today from Retail’s BIG Show in New York City the winner of the group’s first-ever Digital Commerce Startup Competition. Out of five finalists, each selected in December 2014, Symphony Commerce was selected by several esteemed retail industry leaders as the 2015 winner. The company specializes…
January 15, 20150Comments

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NRF joined with other organizations in filing amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit in the Nestle Dreyer case

NRF Joins Other Business Organizations in Support of Nestle Dreyer’s Grand Ice Cream, Inc. WASHINGTON, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation joined with other business organizations today in filing an amicus brief with the U.S. Court of Appeals for the 4th Circuit in the Nestle Dreyer case. The case before the court…
January 14, 20150Comments

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BRC-KPMG Retail Sales December 2014: UK retail sales declined by 0.4% vs December 2013

LONDON, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — UK retail sales declined by 0.4%, on a like-for-like basis from December 2013, when they had increased 0.4% on the preceding year. On a total basis, sales were up 1.0%, against a 1.8% rise in December 2013. This is the slowest December growth since December 2008. Adjusted for the…
January 14, 20150Comments

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BRC-KPMG Online Retail Sales December 2014: Sales of Non-Food products in the UK grew 7.0% in December versus a year earlier

LONDON, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Online sales of Non-Food products in the UK grew 7.0% in December versus a year earlier. In December 2013, online sales rose by 19.2% over the previous year. In December, online sales represented 17.0% of total Non-Food sales, against 16.0% in December 2013. Health & Beauty and Household Appliances…
January 14, 20150Comments

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University of Saskatchewan student Danean Edgar selected for Co-op’s Excellence in Ag program in 2014

Saskatchewan, Canada, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — A career in agriculture presents opportunities in science, marketing and entrepreneurship. No one knows that more than Danean Edgar, a first year Agribusiness student at the University of Saskatchewan. Edgar was one student selected for Co-op’s Excellence in Ag program in 2014. “Science in agriculture is vital with the constant…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Baskin-Robbins announced it seeks qualified candidates for new or existing ice cream shop in the San Diego and Los Angeles areas

CANTON, MA, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, is seeking entrepreneurs in Southern California who would like the exclusive scoop on how to own their very own Baskin-Robbins franchise. The brand is currently seeking qualified candidates who are interested in owning and operating a new or existing…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Dunkin’ Brands Group U.S. franchisees opened 422 net new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins restaurants in U.S. during 2014

For the year, Company’s franchisees added total of 422 net new Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins Restaurants in U.S. CANTON, MA, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Brands Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: DNKN), the parent company of Dunkin’ Donuts and Baskin-Robbins, announced today that in 2014 its U.S. franchisees opened a total of 422 net new Dunkin’…
January 14, 20150Comments

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World’s premier obstacle race company Spartan Race and Whole Foods Market announced partnership

Spartan Race ‘Food of the Day’ Fueled by Whole Foods Market AUSTIN, Texas, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Spartan Race, the world’s premier obstacle race company, announced today that it is partnering with Whole Foods Market, the world’s leading natural and organic foods supermarket, on its Spartan Race “Food of the Day” platform in early 2015. Connecting…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Rite Aid Corporation announced the completion of an amendment and extension of its existing senior secured credit facility

CAMP HILL, Pa., 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Rite Aid Corporation (NYSE: RAD) today announced the completion of an amendment and extension of its existing senior secured credit facility, including an increased borrowing capacity of up to $3.0 billion, or up to $3.7 billion when the company repays its 8.00% Senior Secured Notes due 2020 in…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf and Dutch service provider Jutten Simulation announce partnership over cashiers training at NRF, New York

Paderborn, Germany, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf, a global leader in the provision of IT solutions for banks and retailers, is establishing a cooperation with the Dutch service provider Jutten Simulation, a specialist in the development of online training programs for retail employees. The two companies signed their partnership agreement at NRF,…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf to present updates to its Mobile and Kiosk POS, Cash Management and Software at the NRF Conference & Expo in New York

New hardware and software helps retailers streamline activities and deliver a seamless shopping experience to consumers Paderborn, Germany, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf, a global leader in advanced retail and banking IT solutions, today announced updates to four of its products that are used by retailers to automate their point of sale, streamline…
January 14, 20150Comments

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Dollar Tree, Inc. updates regarding the status of the Federal Trade Commission’s review of its pending Family Dollar Stores, Inc. acquisition

Expects Agreement with Federal Trade Commission Staff on Number of Divestitures by End of January 2015 Expects to Complete Financing for the Merger in February 2015 CHESAPEAKE, VA, 2015-1-14 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dollar Tree, Inc. (NASDAQ: DLTR), the nation's leading operator of discount variety stores selling everything for $1 or less, today provided the following…
January 14, 20150Comments

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The Seahawks and Starbucks team up to offer exclusive content for Seahawks fans who are also Starbucks customers

SEATTLE, 2015-1-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Any Seahawks fan knows LOB stands for Legion of Boom – the nickname of the team’s cornerbacks and safeties. The Seahawks and Starbucks are teaming up to offer something special for the “Legion of Brew,” Seahawks fans who are also Starbucks customers. During the upcoming championship run, fans who…
January 13, 20150Comments

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Starbucks Coffee Company COO Troy Alstead to take an extended unpaid leave from the company from March 1, 2015

SEATTLE, 2015-1-13 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starbucks Coffee Company (NASDAQ: SBUX) chief operating officer Troy Alstead – a 23-year veteran of the company who also served for many years as the company’s chief financial officer, as well as leading the operations and development of Starbucks international business and its Europe, Middle East and Africa business…
January 13, 20150Comments

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The Container Store Chairman and CEO Kip Tindell elected Chairman of the NRF Board of Directors and Chairman of its Executive Committee

The Container Store Chairman and CEO Kip Tindell Elected Chairman of NRF Board of Directors NEW YORK, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Retail Federation today announced that The Container Store Chairman and Chief Executive Officer Kip Tindell has been elected Chairman of the NRF Board of Directors and Chairman of its Executive Committee. Tindell…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Albert Heijn expands its organic range with the launch of new own brand with new, fresh packaging

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Starting today, Albert Heijn is making it easier for more customers to choose organic products by launching AH Biologisch (AH Organic): a new own brand with new, fresh packaging. In addition, they are considerably expanding and highlighting their organic range. The newly branded products will start to make…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Ahold: the appeal period in the “Waterbury litigation” case expired and the settlement is now final

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold today announced that the appeal period regarding the court approval of the settlement of the class action in the United States, which it has referred to in its annual reports as the “Waterbury litigation”, has expired and the settlement is now final. Ahold previously announced on May…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Jan Ernst de Groot appointed Chief Legal Officer and member of the Ahold’s Executive Committee

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Ahold today announced the appointment of Jan Ernst de Groot as Chief Legal Officer and member of the company’s Executive Committee. Jan Ernst will start on February 1, reporting to CEO Dick Boer, and will be based at Ahold’s headquarters in Zaandam, the Netherlands. Jan Ernst de Groot…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Toys“R”Us, Inc. reported an increase in gross margin dollars for the year-to-date and holiday periods compared to the prior year as a result of the its improved promotional and pricing strategy

WAYNE, NJ, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — Toys“R”Us, Inc. today reported its comparable store net sales and gross margin results for the year-to-date and nine-week holiday periods ended January 3, 2015. Antonio Urcelay, Chairman of the Board of Directors and Chief Executive Officer, Toys“R”Us, Inc., said, “I am pleased with our year-to-date performance and the actions we have…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Morrisons to become the new title sponsor of the UK’s biggest mass participation running series – Great Run

Morrisons has today announced that it is to become the new title sponsor of the UK’s biggest mass participation running series – Great Run– which includes one of the world’s most iconic road running events, the Great North Run. Bradford, England, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The sponsorship will initially run for four years and commences…
January 12, 20150Comments

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CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. announced Robert Snetman is now Senior Director – Asset Management and Third Party Services

CHATTANOOGA, Tenn., 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — CBL & Associates Properties, Inc. (NYSE: CBL), today announced Robert Snetman is now Senior Director – Asset Management and Third Party Services. In his new role, Snetman will focus upon further development and growth of CBL's third party management and leasing services. Snetman began his career with CBL in 1994…
January 12, 20150Comments

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The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC completed major remodel of its store located at 2160 South Merrick Mall in Merrick, NY

Highlighting larger store, expanded natural and organic products, produce area and new technology Purchase, NY, 2015-1-12 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Stop & Shop Supermarket Company LLC has completed a major remodel of its store located at 2160 South Merrick Mall in Merrick, NY and will reopen on Friday, January 9th at 8:00 a.m. The store…
January 12, 20150Comments

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Klépierre S.A. declared its previously announced recommended public exchange offer for all of Corio’s issued and outstanding ordinary shares unconditional

Not to be disseminated in Canada or Japan This is a joint press release by Klépierre S.A. ("Klépierre") and Corio N.V. ("Corio") pursuant to Section 16 Paragraph 1 and Section 17 Paragraph 1 of the Netherlands Decree on Public Takeover Bids (Besluit Openbare Biedingen Wft) in connection with the public exchange offer by Klépierre for all the issued…
January 12, 20150Comments

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CarMax, Inc. starts hiring for the company’s new store in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota

Retailer Known for Hiring Outside the Auto Industry Accepting Applications RICHMOND, Virginia, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — CarMax, Inc. (NYSE: KMX), the nation's largest retailer of used cars, is hiring more than 75 positions for the company’s new store in Brooklyn Park, Minnesota. CarMax is looking for individuals ready to start a rewarding career with the company…
January 9, 20150Comments

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Gap Inc. reports net sales up 4 percent and comparable sales positive 3 percent for the holiday shopping season

SAN FRANCISCO, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) today reported that net sales were up 4 percent and comparable sales were positive 3 percent for the November and December 2014 holiday shopping season, compared with last year. “During November and December, we were pleased to achieve a positive 3 comp, led by Old Navy…
January 9, 20150Comments

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The National Grocers Association applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for passage of H.R. 30, the Save American Workers Act

Arlington, VA, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The National Grocers Association (NGA) today applauded the U.S. House of Representatives for passage of H.R. 30, the Save American Workers Act. H.R. 30, introduced by Congressman Todd Young (R-IN) and also championed by Congressman Dan Lipinski (D-IL), would change the definition of a full-time employee under the…
January 9, 20150Comments

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Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd. joint venture to develop more than 1,400 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants across China over the next 20 years

More than 1,400 Dunkin’ Donuts restaurants to be developed in China as part of new joint venture between Jollibee Worldwide Pte Ltd. and Jasmine Asset Holding Ltd., a subsidiary of RRJ Capital Master Fund II, L.P. CANTON, Mass., 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Dunkin’ Donuts, one of the world’s leading coffee and baked goods chains, today announced…
January 9, 20150Comments

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Apple: New Year’s Day 2015 marked the single biggest day ever in App Store sales history

CUPERTINO, California, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — Apple® today announced that the first week of January set a new record for billings from the App Store℠ with customers around the world spending nearly half a billion dollars on apps and in-app purchases, and New Year’s Day 2015 marked the single biggest day ever in App Store…
January 9, 20150Comments

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Auntie Anne’s plans to open 100 new domestic locations in 2015

Lancaster, Pa., 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — After a banner year of introducing the first store redesign in company history, expanding into two new countries, and the successful launch of its popular mobile app “Pretzel Perks,” Auntie Anne's® Pretzels is well positioned for significant growth on all levels in 2015. Executives with the more than 1,600-unit franchise,…
January 9, 20150Comments

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The Super Stop & Shop stores in Hyannis, Hyde Park and Wayland, Mass. received LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green Building Council

Hyannis, Hyde Park and Wayland, MA stores Awarded LEED Silver Status As the Company Continues its Commitment to the Environment Quincy, MA, 2015-1-9 — /EPR Retail News/ — The Stop and Shop Supermarket Company LLC and its parent company Ahold USA recently achieved another milestone in their commitment to building greener sustainable stores. The Super Stop & Shop…
January 9, 20150Comments

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