Retail Stores

Dollar General Again Found in Violation of Federal Workplace Safety Standards
April 11, 2023 at 2:04 pm

Dollar General has again been found in violation of federal workplace safety regulations for “willfully exposing” staff to fire hazards at a Pennsylvania store, the Department of Labor said Friday, reports CNBC. Investigators found “dangerous safety hazards,” including blocked emergency exit routes and electrical panels, at a Jersey Shore, Pennsylvania store during a November inspection that…

How to Thrive in an Ever-Evolving Retail Landscape
April 4, 2023 at 9:21 am

The retail industry has undergone a dramatic transformation in the face of factors such as Amazon.com's dominance and an uncertain post-pandemic landscape. To stay successful, retailers have had to adapt their stores rapidly — from reworking layouts to setting up delivery or pickup areas — all while ensuring customer service is still at its highest…

Daniel's Jewelers Opens New Stores to Target 'Genzennial' Hispanic Consumers
April 3, 2023 at 8:18 am

In episode 395 of Total Retail Talks, Editor-in-Chief Joe Keenan interviews David Sherwood, CEO of Daniel's Jewelers, a family-operated specialty jeweler with more than 100 stores and a best-in-class e-commerce site. Sherwood provides an overview of the jewelry company (0:48), his career journey growing up in the family-owned business (2:47), and the company's culture that fosters…

Tapestry's CEO Discusses Marketing, Store Ops and More
March 30, 2023 at 9:10 pm

During a keynote session earlier this week at Shoptalk in Las Vegas, Joanne Crevoiserat, CEO of Tapestry, parent of brands Coach, Kate Spade, and Stuart Weitzman, detailed the organization's strategy for strengthening its brands and winning over customers in a shifting retail landscape. Here are some highlights from Crevoiserat's interview with Sara Eisen, journalist at CNBC. On Marketing…

Foot Locker Launches Long-Term Strategy to Grow Business
March 20, 2023 at 5:37 pm

Foot Locker CEO Mary Dillon on Monday outlined a new long-term strategy to grow the business as the retailer reported a sales decline of 0.3 percent in the fourth quarter. The strategy, dubbed “Lace Up,"  includes plans to expand sneaker culture by creating more sneaker occasions and providing more choice; relaunching the Foot Locker brand and opening new…

Five Below to Target High Earners With 400 More Five Beyond Stores
March 16, 2023 at 4:19 pm

Five Below plans to expand its higher-priced Five Beyond concept by converting 400 more store locations, reports PYMNTS. The specialty discount store is looking to appeal to a new demographic of customers with its Five Beyond concept, which sells items priced above $5 but “still below the rest,” according to the company website. The new store prototype is…

Dick's Sporting Goods to Shutter Field & Stream Brand
March 9, 2023 at 3:44 pm

Dick's Sporting Goods is shifting focus away from its Field & Stream stores toward its House of Sport concept, a significantly larger — and more profitable — version of the familiar Dick's Sporting Goods store. Dick’s opened its first Field & Stream in 2013, catering to outdoor enthusiasts and hunters. Navdeep Gupta, executive vice president…

Amazon to Close 8 Go Convenience Stores
March 6, 2023 at 4:31 pm

Amazon.com announced late last week that it plans to close eight of its Go convenience stores, a decision that coincides with a pullback in its physical footprint and a broader effort to cut costs. The company will shut two Go stores in New York City, two locations in Seattle, and four stores in San Francisco.…

3 Ways to Scent Your Business for Maximum ROI
February 21, 2023 at 8:27 am

It’s a tale as old as time: Business owners are constantly on the hunt for new strategies and innovative approaches to increase sales and successfully connect with consumers. So, what's the latest solution for businesses to breathe new life into their spaces and make a lasting impact on their customers? The answer is to target…

January Retail Sales See Biggest Jump in Nearly 2 Years
February 15, 2023 at 3:55 pm

U.S. retail sales increased by 3 percent in January, far exceeding expectations for the month, according to the Commerce Department. This is the largest increase since March 2021. The Commerce Department said Wednesday it expected January sales numbers to rise 1.9 percent. Food services and drinking establishments saw the biggest increase, at 7.2 percent. Motor…