Westfield exec joins RCS as managing directorEd Coury, who amassed decades of experience on both the landlord and tenant side of lease negotiations, has been named managing director of RCS Real Estate Advisors. Pier 1 weighs store closingsPier 1 got no relief in its fourth quarter as the chain reported weak results and suggested that it could close up to 15% of its stores if certain targets are not met. It also announced the departure of its CFO. Fred’s to close 159 stores; hires advisory firm Fred’s Inc. is shuttering nearly 30% of its store fleet as part of its plan to turn around its ailing business. Mattress Firm CEO steps down The nation’s largest mattress retailer has lost its veteran leader less than five months after the chain emerged from bankruptcy. Regulatory Wrap-Up: Weekly recap of retail-related legislative, labor developments-April 8 With support of mayor, Los Angeles city council advanced legislation mandating 18 weeks of leave which would be paid for by employers. Expert: Heavy debt drives retail failures Excessive debt continues to be an underappreciated factor in the demise of many retail chains. Retail jobs continue to slide The U.S. jobs market rebounded in March, but not for the retail industry. Hibbett Sports adds a new title to its C-suite search Hibbett Sports is now on the hunt for a CFO as well as a CEO. Navigating Uncertain Times: How retailers can outlast a bankruptcy The retail world is undergoing enormous shifts as consumer purchasing habits change and the marketplace for goods and services is disrupted. Target hikes minimum hourly wage — again Target Corp. is increasing its starting pay as retailers continue to grapple with a tight labor market for hourly workers. First Previous 285 286 287 288 289 Next Last
