Amazon reiterates call for higher minimum wageAmazon says a $15 federal minimum wage would benefit both workers and employers. New food service customer experience platform will include Starbucks technologyFans of the Starbucks digital customer experience will soon have the chance to see more of it. Behind the scenes, CenturyLink connects virtual and physical retail Performed properly, omnichannel retail looks easy to the customer and is complex for the retailer. Pier 1 taps former Crate & Barrel exec for key position on executive team Pier 1 Imports has added a veteran retailer to its executive team as it works to turnaround its ailing business. Reuters: Penny hires advisors to explore debt restructuring options J.C. Penney is looking for help before its debt, which totals about $4 billion, comes due in the next few years, reported Reuters. All Dressbarn stores will go dark by yearend Dressbarn is gradually exiting from the U.S. retail marketplace. More changes at David’s Bridal David’s Bridal has made two senior leadership appointments that come on the heels of a new CEO taking the company’s reins. Customer Growth Partners: Back-to-school poised for best growth since 2011 American consumers are ramping up their spending, just in time for the critical back-to-school season. Altar’d State taps Talbots VP to spearhead plus-size format Young women’s fashion brand Altar’d State is doubling down on the growing plus-size market. Chico’s names CEO, and organizational consolidation Chico’s FAS has ended its search for a chief executive with an internal appointee. Walgreens tops on Disability Equality Index For a third consecutive year, Walgreens has been given the top-score of 100% on the 2019 Disability Equality Index. Former Petco CEO heads to Party City Party City Holdco Inc. announced a replacement for Ryan Vero, president of its Retail Group, the day after he was tapped as CEO of tween/teen jewelry and accessories retailer Claire’s Stores. First Previous 1963 1964 1965 1966 1967 Next Last
