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Dollar General Promotes New President and CFO Following Strong Quarter

Retail TouchPoints

Dollar General has promoted John Garratt to President and CFO, effective September 1, 2022. Garratt joined Dollar General in 2014 as SVP of Finance and Strategy and has served as EVP and CFO since December 2015. Garratt joined Dollar General in 2014 as SVP of Finance and Strategy and has served as EVP and CFO since December 2015.

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Glossier Promotes Chief Commercial Officer to CEO

Retail TouchPoints

For the first time since its founding in 2014, Glossier will have a new CEO. She brings both a deep appreciation of the power of timeless consumer brands and the proven experience of leading large, dynamic organizations through transformational moments,” Weiss added.

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Dollar General promotes 18 executives

Mass Relators

Dollar General has promoted 18 executives to new roles at the company. Leslie Allen Leslie Allen has been promoted to senior vice president, human resources. Christine Connolly Christine Connolly has been promoted to senior vice president, corporate secretary and assistant general counsel, securities and governance.

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Will “shy” consumers come out for Singles Day? Global brands weigh in

Inside Retail

How much do consumers spend? While Alibaba started “Double 11” in 2009 to win over online shoppers with discounts and promotions, China’s major e-commerce platforms now all take part in it. ” On the day, single people treat themselves with gifts and presents, while also organizing social gatherings and parties.

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Amazon Appoints Insider as CEO of Worldwide Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon has named 17-year company veteran Doug Herrington to the renamed role of CEO of Worldwide Amazon Stores, filling the position left vacant by former CEO of the Worldwide Consumer Dave Clark. Since 2015, Herrington has served as Amazon’s SVP of the North America Consumer.

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The Nose Knows: Why Scent Branding is a Retail Game-Changer

Retail TouchPoints

When used in the right way, scents can drive consumer behavior and even serve as a secondary “logo” for a brand. By linking a unique scent to a brand, a strong bond is created with the consumer, thus becoming an extension of the brand’s identity. In fact, scent has a profound effect on our memory and emotions.

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Can Gen Z intimates brand Parade maintain its cult status post-acquisition?

Inside Retail

Founded by then-21-year-old Cami Téllez in 2019, Parade was initially created to fill a gap in the market for stylish and size-inclusive bras and underwear for Gen Z consumers. In January, P&G Beauty acquired Mielle Organics, a textured haircare brand founded by husband and wife team Melvin and Monique Rodriguez in 2014.

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