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Kendra Scott Steps Down as CEO of Namesake Brand, Tom Nolan to Take the Reins

Retail TouchPoints

Kendra Scott is stepping down as CEO of her eponymous Kendra Scott fashion accessories brand, and current President Tom Nolan will move into the role. a robust online business and wholesale distribution at Neiman Marcus, Nordstrom, Bloomingdale’s and 600 specialty boutiques worldwide.

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“Primed for disruption”: Cargo Crew founder talks acquisition, growth plans

Inside Retail

Cargo Crew specialises in custom-made uniforms designed for hospitality, retail, corporate and a range of other brands, and stands out in a competitive field by fusing fashion with functionality. Felicity Rodgers told Inside Retail that Cargo Crew developed out of a fashion label she co-created straight from university.

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Trendy Mens Urban Streetwear Clothing

Independent Retailer

is known as “America’s #1 Wholesaler.” They have just about every fashionable piece of clothing that young men are looking for. Now, independent retailers can keep up with the competition with these fast fashion pieces. More than any other wholesaler in the U.S., Making their debut in 2002, Steal Deal Inc.

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“Move fast, break s**t”: Why LSKD is moving into retail at a rapid pace

Inside Retail

The business – which started as a wholesaler before transitioning to e-commerce in 2019 – achieved $50 million in sales over the last financial year, with Daniel explaining that it was in a position to utilise that growth, and grow its retail presence. Its origin dates back to his nickname, as he would give everything a go on a BMX bike.

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Denim brand Ksubi to open first standalone store in London

Inside Retail

The company currently has stores in New York and Los Angeles and also sells through partnerships with retailers including End, Matchesfashion, Browns Fashion and upscale department stores Selfridges and Harvey Nichols. . Next year, the brand will mark its return home to its Australian roots, with stores planned for Sydney and Melbourne. .

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FMI honors seven food industry executives

Mass Relators

In similar fashion to the “Great Humanitarian” Herbert Hoover, Obray led Associated Food Stores with the dual aim of maximizing consumer satisfaction and uplifting communities in need. At the time of his passing, Obray was a vocal participant in FMI’s Wholesaler Share Group and an active member of FMI’s Board of Directors.

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Jason & Scot Show Episode 275 – DTC with Mickey Drexler

Retail Geek

Because again they weren’t dealing with competitive sales my department store experience was the opposite, if you’re in buying wholesale someone else will put the goods on sale and of course today you know 30 years later plus it’s the standard. [7:35] 7:35] And so I decided when I got to Ann Taylor. [7:39]