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David’s Bridal Shakes up Leadership Team with New COO and CFO

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Viall will retain ownership of merchandising and product development functions and assume responsibility for the supply chain; and Kelly Cook, who joined David’s Bridal in 2019 as EVP, Chief Marketing and IT Officer, has been promoted to President of Brand, Technology and Finance.

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Gap to Close all 81 UK Stores, Seek Franchise Partners for Other European Markets

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Shutdowns will begin in August 2021, but Gap isn’t exiting the countries completely — it will maintain its ecommerce business in the region and is looking for a partner to run that operation. Gap has had a presence in the UK since 1987 and in Ireland since 2006. “In

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PacSun Names Co-CEOs and New President

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Chang has been President of PacSun since 2018 and has served in multiple senior positions since joining the company in 2006. Like Chang, Olson joined PacSun in 2006 and held multiple senior positions before being named Chief Brand Officer in July 2020. As Co-CEOs, Chang and Relich will have distinct oversight of key business functions.

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The Body Shop UK Enters Administration

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In 2006 Roddick sold the company to cosmetics giant L’Oréal , which sold it again to Natura &Co in 2017. Worldwide, the company operates approximately 3,000 stores in 70 countries.

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Unveiling the Future: Retail Product Trends in 2024

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A Resurgence of Wide-Plank Flooring Bjelin flooring, Market Halls, Canary Wharf, London (Barry Willis Photography) Flooring serves as the literal foundation of any room, setting the tone for the space. He has worn every hat at the company, understanding the inner workings of producing, selling and marketing wire mesh throughout his career.

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Starbucks Promotes Three Leaders to Develop Sustainable Long-Term Growth

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He has been with the company since 2002 and has led Starbucks International since 2006. In his new role he will oversee the retail business segment for all markets outside the U.S. The retailer also promoted Michael Conway to Group President, International and Channel Development. and Canada.

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Adidas Divests Reebok, Plans to Focus on Flagship Brand

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As a result, it will report Reebok as “discontinued operations” from Q1 2021 onwards. This will enable the company to focus on strengthening the adidas brand in the global sporting goods market. Adidas initially acquired Reebok in 2006 and implemented the “Muscle Up” turnaround plan in 2016.

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