Operations
The Decline and Fall of 99 Cents Only Stores
David Gold’s 99 Cents Only Stores rise and fall illustrates retail’s evolution, influenced by consumer behavior, economy, and competition.
Phil Lempert
April 25, 2024
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Strategy
Pandora’s Goal for Recycled Gold and Silver
Pandora CEO Lacik implements Phoenix strategy, achieving sustainability goals early. Recycled metals cut emissions, lead jewelry industry in ESG.
Pam Danziger
April 24, 2024
Management
Beyond’s Marcus Lemonis Calls Previous Management “Idiots”
Anytime a new CEO takes over a company there are usually polite – if often curt – words about the prior administration. Such niceties seemed to have escaped Marcus Lemonis who is now running the company called Beyond Inc. that
Warren Shoulberg
April 23, 2024
Management
The Saga of Gap’s Decline and Fall
Zac Posen’s arrival at Gap sparks hope for a turnaround, echoing legendary fashion partnerships. Can the Dickson-Posen duo impact Gap’s Decline?
Marie Driscoll
April 22, 2024
Experience
Shoptalk 2024: Tech Talk in a Retail Agora
Shoptalk 2024 explored retail’s future with tech innovations like Gen AI and AI-driven personalization. Unified commerce and customer-centricity were key.
Deborah Patton
April 18, 2024
Operations
The Fallout: Retailers and CPG Price Gouging
FTC report exposes price gouging in pandemic. Kroger, Albertsons face merger scrutiny. Urgent need for transparency, fair pricing, and trust rebuilding.
Phil Lempert
April 17, 2024
Experience
Liquid Death Sparkling Water is a Billion Dollar Elixir
Liquid Death: From water to billion-dollar brand. Gen Z allure, eco-packaging, and rebellious marketing redefine beverage industry norms.
Arick Wierson
April 16, 2024
Management
Brandy Melville, or Hellville?
Brandy Melville CEO enforces narrow beauty standards, amid controversies. Sales soar, revealing dark side of fast fashion.
Robin Lewis
April 15, 2024
Management
Dollar Tree Closing Spree
Let’s play a little Dialing for Dollars; the big picture is about Dollar Tree closing. Today’s question is: Why did Dollar Tree decide to close 1,000 of its Family Dollar and Dollar Tree locations? It may be a trick question
Warren Shoulberg
April 11, 2024
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