Zachary Russell
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- 10/28/2025
Etsy taps chief growth officer as next CEO
A leading online marketplace platform will undergo a leadership change at the start of the new year. - 10/28/2025
Survey: 83% of AI users plan to use it for holiday gift searching
Consumers plan to lean into artificial intelligence-based tools to help them find products this holiday season, despite some feeling that it makes gift giving less special. - 10/27/2025
Study: Luxury goods market valued at $1.5 trillion, led by in-store sales
The overwhelming majority of luxury goods sales are taking place in stores. - 10/27/2025
Survey: Weekly emails are consumers' preferred brand marketing method
Brands appear to be wearing out consumers with excessive digital messaging. - 10/27/2025
Survey: Retail theft increases despite efforts to curb organized crime
Retail theft is still on the rise and remains top of mind for store managers even after years of tougher laws and coordinated crackdowns. - 10/26/2025
J.Crew taps longtime LVMH exec as HR chief
J.Crew Group has added a human resources veteran to its C-suite. - 10/26/2025
Survey: Discounts, promotions and free shipping to drive holiday purchases
A large number of holiday shoppers will adjust their holiday spending this year, with many honing in on three main purchase drivers. - 10/26/2025
DoorDash launches Emergency Food Response program in light of SNAP pause
A leading delivery platform is taking action to aid its customers as Supplemental Nutrition Assistance Program (SNAP) benefits are set to expire in the coming days. - 10/26/2025
Brand House Collective names new marketing chief
The company formerly known as Kirkland’s Inc. has added to its leadership team. - 10/23/2025
Overheard at ICSC@Midwest: Real estate developers talk projects, challenges
While the Sun Belt region is the hotbed for new retail openings and new real estate construction, the Midwest is home to several major projects that are underway or were recently redeveloped. - 10/23/2025
Einstein Bros. to expand with slate of new Houston stores
Einstein Bros. Bagels is expanding its footprint in one of the nation’s largest metropolitan areas. - 10/23/2025
First Look: New Balance opens SoHo location
A footwear and apparel giant has expanded its retail presence in the Big Apple.
