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New Commissary and Exchange located near the Pittsburgh airport opens

FORT LEE, Va., 2014-10-27— /EPR Retail News/ — The spotlight was on military service members and their families Oct. 21 at the long-anticipated grand opening of the Pittsburgh Area Commissary and Exchange. "This is your commissary. This is your benefit," Defense Commissary Agency Director and CEO Joseph Jeu told the large gathering of more than 500 people during…
October 27, 20140Comments

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BRC-BOND DICKINSON RETAIL EMPLOYMENT MONITOR Q3 2014: The equivalent number of full-time jobs fell by 1.3% in Q3 2014 vs same period last year

The equivalent number of full-time jobs fell by 1.3% in the third quarter of 2014 compared with the same period last year. LONDON, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — In the third quarter of 2014, the number of outlets rose by 2.9%. Non-food retailers contributed marginally to the overall increase, the first time for at least two…
October 24, 20140Comments

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CBRE Group, Inc. announced that Tim Schroeder has taken leadership role in the Company’s LGBT Network Group

Los Angeles, CA, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. today announced that Tim Schroeder, a CBRE Managing Director has taken a leadership role in the Company’s LGBT Network Group (LGBTNG). Mr. Schroeder joins Chris Ludeman, Global President of Capital Markets, as a Co-Executive Sponsor of CBRE’s network group dedicated to its lesbian, gay, bisexual and…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Whole Foods Market’s travel company Whole Journeys announces the first 12 itineraries for travel in 2015

Whole Foods Market’s travel company offers new roster of active foodie tours AUSTIN, Texas, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Journeys, Whole Foods Market’s travel company, announces the first 12 itineraries for travel in 2015. From Italian cooking lessons with locals and hiking island paths in Croatia to harvesting grapes in Argentina and tasting artisan goat cheese in…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Keurig Green Mountain, Inc. now the exclusive manufacturer of Meijer Brand K-Cup® packs for the Keurig® hot brewing system

New Meijer Brand K-Cup Packs Now Available at Meijer Stores WATERBURY, Vt., 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Keurig Green Mountain, Inc., (Keurig) (NASDAQ: GMCR), a leader in specialty coffee, coffee makers, teas and other beverages with its innovative brewing technology, today announces that it is now the exclusive manufacturer of Meijer Brand K-Cup® packs for the Keurig®…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Gap Inc. to open Old Navy stores in six Middle Eastern countries with franchisees Fawaz A. Alhokair & Co. and Azadea beginning Spring 2015

Franchise-Operated Stores to Open in Spring 2015 SAN FRANCISCO, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap Inc. (NYSE: GPS) announced today it has signed agreements to open Old Navy stores in six Middle Eastern countries with franchisees Fawaz A. Alhokair & Co. and Azadea beginning Spring 2015. The first markets include U.A.E., Kuwait, Qatar and Saudi Arabia. International growth is…
October 24, 20140Comments

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UK singer-songwriter Katy B performed at Argos’ digital store on Old Street, London to mark Argos’ new campaign launch ‘GET SET GO ARGOS’

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Last night saw crowds gather to watch platinum-selling UK singer-songwriter Katy B give an exclusive performance at Argos’ digital store on Old Street, London to mark Argos’ new campaign launch. The special event was broadcast live to millions of fans on YouTube and Argos’ Google+ page. Fresh…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Homebase revealed the number of lights in the average British home has doubled in the last decade, despite homes now being smaller than ever

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — The number of lights in the average British home has doubled in the last decade, despite homes now being smaller than ever. Home enhancement retailer Homebase, has revealed that the number of lights in the home has leapt from just 15 light sources in 2004 to over 30…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Argos hosted first UK Google+ Hangout on Air from its digital store

Milton Keynes, UK, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Last night (Oct. 22, 2014) saw crowds gather to watch a UK first, as leading digital retail Argos brought music, technology and real-time social media interactivity together by hosting a Google+ Hangout on Air from its digital store on Old Street, London, broadcast to millions through YouTube…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Waitrose report shows what Brits eat and drink this year

LONDON, 2014-10-24— /EPR Retail News/ — Waitrose report shows what we're eating and drinking this year – based on millions of purchases in shops and online. The Waitrose Food & Drink Report 2014 draws on a year of Waitrose sales and new consumer research, providing a comprehensive view of British behaviour – supported with insight from…
October 24, 20140Comments

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Marks & Spencer installs UK’s largest single roof mounted solar panel array on its East Midlands distribution centre in Castle Donington

LONDON, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Marks & Spencer (M&S) has announced that it is installing the UK’s largest single roof mounted solar panel array on its East Midlands distribution centre in Castle Donington. The project, which is expected to be completedin early 2015, is being worked on in partnership with Amber Infrastructure. The solar PV system…
October 23, 20140Comments

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bol.com marks the opening of its new sportswear store; launches auction of items signed by some of the Netherlands’ best-known sportspeople

Zaandam, the Netherlands, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — To mark the opening of its new sportswear store, bol.com today launched an auction of 14 items signed by some of the Netherlands’ best-known sportspeople. All proceeds will go to Spieren voor Spieren (“Muscles for Muscles”), the Dutch charity that raises awareness for spinal muscular atrophy as part…
October 23, 20140Comments

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2014 NACS Show attendance increased by 6.1%, the second-highest figures ever recorded for the Show

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Attendance for the 2014 NACS Show increased 6.1% to reach 23,624 attendees, with 9,176 classified as buyers (retailers, grocery wholesalers and distributors). Both totals, which include Petroleum Equipment Institute (PEI) buyer registration, are the second-highest figures ever recorded for the NACS Show. Attendees from 60 countries were at the…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Gap launches kate spade new york and Jack Spade for GapKids this 2014 Holiday season

Continuing Gap’s trend of like-minded designer collaborations for GapKids and a first foray for the Kate Spade & Company brands into childrenswear NEW YORK, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Gap is thrilled to launch kate spade new york and Jack Spade for GapKids, a limited-edition girls’ and boys’ apparel and accessories collection for Holiday 2014. This marks…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Whole Foods Market partners with famed local noodle producer, Sun Noodle

New York, NY, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Whole Foods Market is pleased to announce its partnership with famed local noodle producer, Sun Noodle. Known for supplying noodles to some of the most esteemed ramen shops in the nation, including David Chang’s Momofuku Noodle Bar and Ivan Orkin’s, Ivan Ramen and Slurp Shop. Sun Noodle will…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf commissioned IDC study: In 2017 banks worldwide will invest 16 billion USD in branch transformation and the new technologies it requires

International Management Seminar 2014 Paderborn, Germany, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — According to a study carried out on behalf of Wincor Nixdorf by the American company International Data Corporation (IDC), a global leader in IT market research and consulting, in 2017 banks all over the world will invest some 16 billion U.S. dollars in branch transformation and…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Wincor Nixdorf Portavis’s IT outsourcing contract to be renewed by Sparkasse Bremen

Paderborn, Germany, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Wincor Nixdorf Portavis's contract as IT outsourcing partner of Sparkasse Bremen is to be renewed for a further five years starting October 1, 2015. The contract has been in place since 2005 and was already renewed in 2011 for a minimum period of four years. Under the contract, Portavis…
October 23, 20140Comments

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METRO GROUP and Groupe Auchan announce international purchasing partnership

Joint negotiations with multinational suppliers on global level Combined sourcing of non-food private label products Partnership brings benefits for customers Agreement effective from November 2014 Croix/Düsseldorf, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Within the framework of the changing global retail environment, METRO GROUP and Groupe Auchan today announced their agreement to enter into an international purchasing partnership.…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Kingfisher: Castorama France awarded the “Top Employers France” certification for 2014 by the Top Employers Institute, for the fourth consecutive year

LONDON, 2014-10-23— /EPR Retail News/ — Castorama France has been awarded the “Top Employers France” certification for 2014 by the Top Employers Institute, for the fourth consecutive year. The Top Employers Institute globally certifies excellence in the working conditions that employers create for their people. Castorama France received its certification for demonstrating leading HR practices across the…
October 23, 20140Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets opens third Massachusetts store located in Burlington on October 26

BURLINGTON, MA, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets, known for its incredible customer service and restaurant-quality prepared foods, is on a mission to change food shopping in Burlington. And, at 135,000 square feet, they have the space to do just that. Store Manager Kevin Russell and his team of 600 employees have been working…
October 22, 20140Comments

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Wegmans Food Markets begins recruitment of full-time positions for its new Alexandria store in Fairfax County

ALEXANDRIA, VA, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — Wegmans Food Markets begins recruitment of full-time positions today for its new Alexandria store in Fairfax County, set to open mid-year in 2015. Available full-time openings include everything from customer service and entry- level management to restaurant and culinary positions. The Alexandria store will employ approximately 550 people, 500…
October 22, 20140Comments

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Whole Foods Market’s “Limelight” art exhibit will be at Helium Creative Art Studio in Fort Lauderdale from Oct. 25 through Nov. 21

Opening night reception to benefit Helium Inspires & Whole Kids Foundation FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla., 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — More than 30 pieces of digital, sculpted, painted and photographic art will be on display at Helium Creative Art Studio  in Fort Lauderdale Florida from Oct. 25 through Nov. 21 as part of Whole Foods Market’s “Limelight”…
October 22, 20140Comments

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Allegro Coffee Roasters to bring new craft coffee experience at Whole Foods Market Berkeley

Allegro Coffee Roasters opens second location at Whole Foods Market Gilman Emeryville, Calif., 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — On Nov. 4, Allegro Coffee Roasters (ACR) brings a new craft coffee experience to Berkeley. Located inside Whole Foods Market’s new store at 10th and Gilman, ACR connects guests with small lots of specialty coffee and a highly skilled team…
October 22, 20140Comments

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Best Buy opens additional Teen Tech Centers in Seattle, Jersey City, New Jersey, Washington, D.C. and Denver

Washington, DC, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — A 12-year-old aspiring inventor created a desk fan for his mom with parts from a broken PC and a cardboard box. Adding a single-throw switch, and wires for the circuit, the fan came alive. Beaming with pride, the boy started his own fan project with a completed prototype and…
October 22, 20140Comments

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Target Corporation announces new initiatives for the 2014 holiday season

MINNEAPOLIS, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — Target Corporation (NYSE: TGT) today announced new initiatives for the holiday season centered on irresistible products, unbeatable value and guest-friendly services – including new and enhanced digital tools and free shipping on all Target.com orders now through Dec. 20. “Target is poised to deliver an unparalleled holiday shopping season. We’ve been building…
October 22, 20140Comments

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CBRE Group, Inc. announces the appointment of Brian Stoffers as Global President, Debt and Structured Finance

Los Angeles, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — CBRE Group, Inc. has appointed Brian Stoffers as Global President, Debt and Structured Finance. Mr. Stoffers, a 30-year veteran of CBRE, previously served as President, Debt & Structured Finance, Americas and Chief Operating Officer, Capital Markets. The appointment is part of CBRE’s overall growth strategy and global unification of…
October 22, 20140Comments

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QVC announces the promotion of Mary Campbell to the position of Executive Vice President, US Commerce Platforms

West Chester, PA, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — QVC, the global leader in video and ecommerce retail, today announced the promotion of Mary Campbell to the position of Executive Vice President, US Commerce Platforms. Campbell, who reports to Mike George, president and chief executive officer of QVC, Inc., is responsible for guiding the strategic direction…
October 22, 20140Comments

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QVC Group tracking stock now trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbols “QVCA” and “QVCB,” respectively

QVC Group Series A and Series B Common Stock Trade Under the Symbols “QVCA” and “QVCB” West Chester, PA, 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — QVC, the global leader in video and ecommerce retail, announced that the tracking stock for the QVC Group is now trading on NASDAQ under the ticker symbols “QVCA” and “QVCB,” respectively. QVC’s…
October 22, 20140Comments

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QVC to again join forces with Lifetime®’s Project Runway All Stars to participate in the fourth season of the popular design competition series

Leading Multimedia Retailer Collaborates for a Second Year with Lifetime®'s Project Runway All Stars Premiering October 30 at 9 PM ET QVC Sponsors Accessory Wall and a Special QVC Challenge WEST CHESTER, Pa., 2014-10-22— /EPR Retail News/ — QVC, home to the latest and greatest collections from well-known fashion designers and stylists, will once again join forces with Lifetime®’s…
October 22, 20140Comments

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