Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related legislative developments-Jan. 21Senator Rubio introduced a data privacy bill that would require the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) to recommend data privacy regulations to Congress. Former Target exec named CEO of coffee chainCaribou Coffee has a new chief executive. Mickey Drexler leaves J. Crew A retail legend is moving on. Consumer sentiment nosedives Consumer sentiment in January fell to its lowest level since October 2016, or directly before the presidential election. Big Lots takes sizable step to improve scheduling Discount retailer Big Lots is streamlining scheduling for its large workforce. Shopko files for bankruptcy; to reduce store footprint, sell Rx business A “challenging retail environment’ and heavy debt has taken its toll on Shopko. J.C. Penney makes changes to executive team; announces open positions Changes are afoot at J.C. Penney as its new CEO starts to put her stamp on the company. JLL names first global retail VP Charlotte Elstob has been named VP of international retail at JLL, a newly created position. Gymboree reportedly set to file for bankruptcy Gymboree Corp. is reportedly very close to its second Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in less than two years. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related legislative developments—Jan. 14 The new governor of California plans to include in his first budget the most generous parental leave requirement in the country - an expansion of the current program to six months. Staples Canada’s new store concept features bold take on coworking Staples Canada unveiled a new format that aims to be a one-stop destination for business needs, including a place to work. Report: Kohl’s to shutter four stores and a customer-service center Kohl’s is making several moves to lift its performance. First Previous 249 250 251 252 253 Next Last
