Starbucks reins in expansion, ramps up store closingsStarbucks Corp. is slowing down U.S. store expansion and increasing the pace of store closures in the face of slowing same-store sales. Sugarfina going globalLuxury candy brand Sugarfina is expanding into Asia. Two of Ascena’s fashion-outlet brands going online Apparel giant Ascena Retail Group is expanding its premium outlet fashion business to the online world. New leasing director named at InvenTrust Thirty-year industry veteran Robert Mettel has been hired as director of leasing at InvenTrust, owner and manager of 81 open-air centers comprising 14.2 million sq. ft. of GLA. West Elm creative director leaves for J.Crew West Elm’s loss is J. Crew’s gain. C-store chain sets goal of 500 stores Convenience-store operator Yesway continues to grow through acquisitions. Canada Goose’s new stores to feature ‘cold’ rooms Canadian outerwear brand Canada Goose is ramping up store expansion. Fast-casual concept looks to Northeast expansion An eatery that began as a walk-up counter in Midtown Manhattan in 2011 is looking to expand with a new prototype. Change of leadership at two retail companies Petco Animal Supplies and Rue 21 have both appointed new chief executives—one with a tech background, and the other a retail veteran. Chico’s FAS exec takes top role at Rue21 Changes are afoot at teen apparel retailer Rue 21, which has appointed a new CEO, along with a new chief marketing office and CFO. First Previous 461 462 463 464 465 Next Last
