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Nordstrom making Election Day a holiday
Nordstrom wants to ensure that its employees have the time to vote on Nov. 3.
5Qs for Nikki Traff on mall tenants going to outdoor centers
Colliers International’s executive managing director Nikki Traff has claimed to increase net operating incomes for landlords by $2 million in 18 months by re-tenanting shopping centers. We spoke with her to find out more.

1-800-Flowers hiring 2,000 more holiday workers this year than last

E-commerce retailer 1-800-Flowers is quadrupling its workforce as it anticipates a busy and “unusual” holiday season.
Kohl’s launches new loyalty program

Kohl’s Corp. is rolling out a new, more personalized loyalty program in time for the holidays.
Whole Foods, Panda Express, Wells Fargo tops in store safety, health measures

The grocery store sector is the best industry adopter of recommended COVID-19 precautions, followed by big-box stores and the financial services industry.
Publix takes No.1 spot on People magazine’s 50 Companies that Care list

Six retailers have been recognized for succeeding in business while also showing outstanding respect, care and concern for their employees, their communities and the environment – especially during the pandemic.
7-Eleven adds Instacart to on-demand delivery mix

The world’s largest convenience store retailer keeps giving customers more options to stay home.
Walmart selects Open Call finalists

Walmart is inviting about 850 U.S. entrepreneurs to virtually pitch their products in its seventh annual Open Call competition.
Amazon reveals top sellers on SMB marketplace

Amazon’s Launchpad program aids startups and small-to-medium-sized businesses (SMBs) in verticals including health & personal care, home, and grocery.
Report: U.S. Q2 online sales up 31.8%; to account for 14.5% of retail sales in 2020

Consumers shopped heavily online in the second quarter as the pandemic accelerated the ongoing shift to the channel.