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EXCLUSIVE: Q&A with CEO of Sandbox VR, operator of virtual reality venues

Sandbox VR, which operates venues where players compete and collaborate in immersive virtual reality games, is leaning into franchising to expand its footprint in the U.S. and across the globe.

Sandbox VR

Friday reigns supreme for coupon drops

Merchants have a favorite day when it comes to dropping coupons for online shopping.

C-Suite Moves: August update

Here are the major leadership changes that occurred during April, starting with the most recent. (All changes have already taken effect unless otherwise noted.)

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Freddy's adds 21 stores to pipeline; to enter new state

Freddy’s Frozen Custard & Steakburgers is continuing to roll out plans for new stores.

Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers

Thrive Market connects brands to members with Instacart

A membership-based online specialty grocer is teaming with a grocery technology company to deliver personalized brand promotions to customers.

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The French Workshop to begin franchising; eyes East Coast

A popular New York City-based bakery-cafe chain is looking to expand its footprint.
Bed Bath & Beyond to expand with branded products via wholesale

Bed Bath and Beyond-branded products will soon be available in other retailers’ stores and online sites.
Placer.ai: Big Lots closures indicate chain will focus on lower-income markets

In markets where stores are staying, median household incomes were $8,000 less than markets where stores have been closed.
Burlington Stores kicks off seasonal hiring effort for stores, DC — and more

Burlington Stores isn’t wasting any time in staffing up for the holiday season.
Deloitte: The number one driver for food purchases is…

A number of factors influence consumer food purchase decisions, but one in particular stands out.
Survey: More than half of consumers say they understand accepting cookies online

American consumers are becoming more aware of what they are agreeing to when they accept cookies on a website, according to a new survey.
Walmart makes history with 3D-printed store addition

Walmart Inc. has created one of the largest freestanding, 3D-printed commercial concrete structures in the United States.
Survey: Buy now, pay later growing in popularity with younger holiday shoppers

Nearly a third of shoppers are considering using buy now, pay later (BNPL) options this holiday season.
Amazon launches budget grocery brand, offers new Prime grocery perks

Amazon is focusing on value with its latest private label brand and expanding the savings Prime members receive on grocery orders.

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