People who dealt with Lauder day-in and day-out give testament to the fact that his old school, respect-based management style is a true rarity. There are some who met Leonard Lauder only on a single occasion but their memories help flesh out the bigger picture of this once-in-a-lifetime guy.
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Walmart drone delivery is taking flight as part of a bold tech push—alongside AI, fintech, and real estate moves transforming the retail giant.
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Target faces major challenges, and while Brian Cornell once saved it, the company now needs a bold new leader to spark another transformation.
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Family-owned Boscov’s and Von Maur defy retail decline by thriving with tradition, community focus, and steady, long-term growth strategies.
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Joann Fabrics and Crafts has fueled the imaginations of its loyal customers for eight decades. Regrettably, now that it has become just another moribund brand it’s sad to think that Joann’s leadership simply lacked the insight and imagination to reshape
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LVMH adapts to 2025’s market shifts with digital storytelling, experiential retail, and strategic moves to redefine and sustain luxury.
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If Kohl’s were a cat that had nine lives, it used up life #8 on May 1, 2025, with Ashley Buchanan’s termination. But before I offer up any opinions about Kohl’s future, if in fact, it has one, I feel
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Imani Laners transforms leadership with authenticity, innovation, and resilience—rising from cheerleader to award-winning media and tech leader.
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Julie Bernard shares leadership insights, stressing adaptability, networking, and intentional time use from her unique career in retail and tech.
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Trump’s tariffs spark retail chaos with rising prices, supply issues, and recession fears, pushing retailers to push back against the economic fallout.
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