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Why Stitch Fix is Focusing on its Human Stylists When Everyone Else is Talking About AI

Retail TouchPoints

While Stitch Fixs human-centered approach to AI hasnt changed since it was founded in 2011, the world around the company has changed dramatically. In mid-2024, under the leadership of new CEO Matt Baer, Stitch Fix launched a sweeping transformation strategy aimed at regaining its former standing as consumers go-to for personalized fashion.

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How Programmatic Media Buying is Leveling the Playing Field for Smaller Retail Media Networks

Retail TouchPoints

Enabling Smaller RMNs to Scale Smaller networks now have access to data and the benefits that come from scalability, enabling them to use real-time data to deliver relevant content based on consumer behavior and drive highly effective campaigns for their advertisers.

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Hoka’s president Robin Green on intentional innovation with the launch of Bondi 9

Inside Retail

According to Green, Hoka is focused on zigging when the competition is zagging by spending a lot of time with consumers to deep dive into what runners look for in high-performance footwear. I think runners gravitate to Hoka because Hoka is very authentic to itself. Its latest release, the Bondi 9 is no exception.

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Behind Eggslut’s fall in Asia: The harsh reality of the F&B market 

Inside Retail

This level of excitement is not uncommon for international F&B brands entering markets like Singapore and Hong Kong, where media hype and consumer curiosity often drive long lines. Founded in Los Angeles in 2011 by chef Alvin Cailan and his cousin Jeff Vales, the chain currently operates 12 locations globally.

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Google to invest US$100m in Gentle Monster to develop AI-powered glasses

Inside Retail

The partnership aims to merge cutting-edge technology with high-fashion design, creating a wearable product with broad consumer appeal. Founded in 2011, Gentle Monster has gained a strong global following through its designs, immersive retail concepts, and high-profile celebrity collaborations. million).

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From Saks to self-care: Barrière co-founder Cleo Davis-Urman’s career in retail

Inside Retail

Cleo Davis-Urman: Coming from an editorial and fashion styling background in my early career, I first got started in the fashion retail industry when I entered Moda Operandi in 2011 and later on at Saks Fifth Avenue in 2015.

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Rebecca Vallance appoints Peter Halkett as CEO

Inside Retail

Founded by Rebecca Vallance Gasan in London in 2011, the fashion brand is now available in boutiques and premium department stores in Europe, the US, and Australia.

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