Save A Lot gets capital infusionThe new year brought some good news to Save A Lot. Retail industry led job cuts in 2019The year 2019 saw the highest number of job cuts in the U.S. in four years even as the nation maintained a low unemployment rate. CEO Churn: Three on the Hot Seat As the new year settles in, so do new leaders at many of the nation’s leading chains. Acquisition creates new beauty powerhouse Natura &Co is set to close its acquisition of Avon Products on Jan. 3, and has appointed a new senior team to drive the company’s growth. Sweetened bid may be in the offing for Hudson’s Bay The battle to take Hudson’s Bay private drags on. Two new CEOs announced at dawn of New Year The ending of 2019 brought with it two new chief executive appointments. Walmart veteran to take the reins at Michaels The Michaels Companies has named its second CEO in just two months. Target innovation chief jumps to CPG company Minsok Pak has quietly left Target Corp. after two years in a C-level role overseeing strategy and innovation. Top Retail Stories of 2019 It was another year of rapid change and evolution in retailing. As some of the industry’s most familiar brands closed up shop, others were acquired or returned for a second act. Forever 21 hires expert to help with brand transformation Forever 21 has hired a marketing expert to lead its efforts to redefine and transform its brand. David’s Bridal creates new digital role David's Bridal has appointed its first-ever chief digital experience. KFC targets drivers with new China stores Chinese KFC customers can now fill their bellies and their gas tanks in one trip. First Previous 208 209 210 211 212 Next Last
