Specialty retailer feels some investor pressureTwo investment firms think Genesco, which operates a variety of brands, should divest some of its businesses. Former Kate Spade exec joins Cole HaanCole Haan has named Tom Linko, a former Kate Spade executive, as its new finance head. Christie looks to lure Amazon to New Jersey with $5 billion in tax breaks Chris Christie, the outgoing governor of New Jersey, has made a bold Hail Mary pass in hopes of winning his state Amazon’s new headquarters. Local retailers were ‘big business’ for Amazon in 2017 Small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) selling on Amazon Marketplace rang up big sales in 2017. Hudson’s Bay looks to energize Gilt, Off 5th with new leader Hudson’s Bay Co. has broadened the role of one of its key executives. Beaton named VP Real Estate at Rent-A-Center Ross Beaton has been named VP of Real Estate at Rent-A-Center, a rent-to-own retailer with more than 2,500 locations in North America. Changing of the guard at Nordstrom Rack It’s a homecoming of sorts for the new president of Nordstrom Rack. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Health care, swipe fees and scheduling in the spotlight Trade issues to move to the forefront in 2018, according to a weekly review of retail-related developments in Washington. Acquisition by Quiksilver parent creates action sports powerhouse Two of the leading surfwear brands will be riding the waves together. Neiman Marcus taps luxury and retail vet as new chief executive Neiman Marcus Group has named a former Ralph Lauren executive as its new CEO. First Previous 163 164 165 166 167 Next Last
