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These brands are not retailers.  They are neurologically addictive experiences, co-created by the brand and their dopamine-addicted consumers.  And not so incidentally, the experiences happen ...

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Whole Foods has succeeded beyond all expectations, but, strangely, that’s not all good for Whole Foods. Whole Foods was founded 35 years ago in Texas ...