C-suite shakeup at Ascena Retail Group as longtime CEO leavesThere has been a changing of the guard at Ascena Retail Group, whose brands include Ann Taylor, Loft, Lane Bryant, Dress Barn and others. Garden State Plaza to be transformed as a town centerOne of America’s best-known enclosed malls is about to join the town center movement. Melt Shop expanding into new market Melt Shop is moving into a warmer market as part of its ambitious growth strategy. First Look: Happy Socks kicks off 2019 expansion with LA hub Swedish legwear brand Happy Socks has expanded its presence in Los Angeles. Live mural event planned at Illinois Mall Since acquiring Hawthorn Mall in Vernon Hills, Ill., from Westfield in 2015, Centennial Real Estate has pledged to do all in its power to return the property to its former glory. Walmart investing $160 million in store upgrades in New York, New Jersey Walmart continues to roll out improvements and innovations to its vast network of stores. Walmart reduces fresh food waste, improves markdowns with advanced labeling Walmart is obtaining multiple benefits from changing how fresh food products are barcoded. Modell’s taps real estate advisor to aid lease negotiations Modell’s Sporting Goods is taking a hard look at its portfolio. Rent the Runway paves way for growth with new headquarters Rent the Runway Inc. is doubling the footprint of its New York City headquarters. CSA Exclusive: Closeout chain shifts from email to support store growth Ocean State Job Lot is adopting a real-time communication platform as part of an aggressive store and technology expansion initiative. Amazon rebrands, expands Middle East marketplace Amazon is giving its Middle Eastern marketplace (Souq online) a new name, broader assortment, and new shopping options. Genesco Inc. names COO; on hunt for CFO Genesco has tapped a 15-year company veteran who serves as its finance head to be its next chief operating officer. First Previous 779 780 781 782 783 Next Last