SPECS 2025 puts spotlight on store development, facilities managementRetail executives and suppliers involved in the planning, design, construction and maintenance of stores, restaurants and non-traditional concepts came together at Chain Store Age’s 61st annual SPECS Show. Sweetgreen hits 250 locationsSweetgreen has reached a new milestone with its first location in Virginia’s capital. Meijer expanding in May — here’s where Meijer is growing its store footprint in the Buckeye State. Corner Bakery Café investing in long-term growth with remodels, expansion Corner Bakery Café is updating its locations nationwide. Hudson’s Bay Company faces liquidation Hudson’s Bay Company is seeking court approval to begin a liquidation of its business. Forever 21 files for bankruptcy, to wind down operations The operator of Forever 21 stores in the United States has filed for bankruptcy protection citing fierce competition from Shein and Temu. It's the chain's second filing in six years. Cava opens first Indiana restaurant Fast-casual chain Cava is expanding its footprint in the Midwest. Daiso expands footprint; opens first Colorado store Daiso is expanding its footprint with a handful of new stores – including in a new market. SPECS 2025: The many physical retail uses for AI Artificial intelligence is emerging as a mainstream tool to support physical retailing operations. Build-A-Bear to open ‘landmark’ multi-level location in Orlando Build-A-Bear Workshop plans to reimagine its retail experience in a big way in one of the country’s busiest tourist destinations. First Previous 111 112 113 114 115 Next Last