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Adidas Divests Reebok, Plans to Focus on Flagship Brand

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Adidas initially acquired Reebok in 2006 and implemented the “Muscle Up” turnaround plan in 2016. More details on adidas’ strategic business plan through 2025 will be unveiled at the company’s virtual Investor and Media Day on March 10, 2021.

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Sephora North America Promotes Veteran Exec to President and Future CEO

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She will succeed current President Jean-André Rougeot, who plans to retire in April 2024, at which time Patrick will become the CEO of Sephora North America — the beauty retailer’s first female CEO.

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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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7-Eleven parent to sell Sogo & Seibu for US$1.4 billion – report

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Seven & I Holdings, which owns 7-Eleven chain, is set to sell its department store chain Sogo & Seibu to US fund Fortress for US$1.4 The site also said Japanese home appliance store operator Yodobashi Holdings is considering buying some of the Sogo & Seibu sites and diverting proceeds to the US fund.

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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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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. As we plan for the 2022 fiscal year and beyond, Starbucks is fortunate to have a deep, talented and diverse team of senior executives we are able to tap to help lead us forward,” said Kevin Johnson, President and CEO of Starbucks in a statement.

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Unveiling the Future: Retail Product Trends in 2024

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Navy, Horan began honing his strategic planning and business development skills within Banker Wire. Harrison Horan is VP of Marketing for Banker Wire , a leading player in the wire mesh industry, where he brings a wealth of experience and expertise with woven and welded wire mesh. After serving in the U.S. manufacturers.

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