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MPG partners with Bryan Gildenberg and Confluencer Commerce

Mass Relators

This confluence, driven by fast-moving changes in consumer behavior and an evolving digital selling ecosystem, is forcing companies to rethink how they plan, organize and deliver results. Over the years, I’ve come to know many of the leaders at MPG, all of whom have years of experience on both sides of the desk with top brands and retailers.

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Walmart depart Japan – What Went Wrong?

Nelson Blackley

is selling most of Japanese retailer Seiyu to KKR & Co. giant retreats from its two-decade attempt to crack Japan’s retail market. The world’s biggest retailer first entered the Japanese market in 2002 by buying a 6% stake in Seiyu, and gradually built up its stake before a full takeover in 2008.