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The Container Store Names New Digital Chief, SVP of Stores

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The Container Store has promoted two executives as it continues to focus on strengthening its “Custom Spaces” business. Lindy Rawlinson, formerly EVP of Ecommerce and Digital Marketing has been promoted to Chief Digital Officer; and Jennifer Pape formerly of VP of Stores has been elevated to SVP of Stores.

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Myer sees elevated annual sales, but is cautious amid economic headwinds

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. “Our online offer is a scale business that returned to growth in the second half and has continued to increase market share throughout FY23.” million for the 12 months to July 29, the highest since 2015. million, including the closure costs of the Altona and Richlands distribution centres and the Brisbane store.

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Ulta Beauty Announces CEO Transition

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Additionally, Kecia Steelman, currently Chief Store Operations Officer, will be elevated to the role of COO. Kimbell joined Ulta Beauty as Chief Marketing Officer in 2014 and continually expanded his leadership responsibilities.

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Walmart Promotes Insider to Replace Departing International CEO

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McLay, who joined Walmart in 2015, had roles in strategy and supply chain and led the retailer’s Neighborhood Market business before taking on the top jobs at Sam’s Club. Chris Nicholas, currently COO of Walmart U.S., will replace McLay as President and CEO of Sam’s Club U.S., with both changes taking effect Sept.

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Dollar General CEO to Retire, COO Named as Successor

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Amid a year of expansion, Dollar General ’s CEO Todd Vasos has decided to retire from the role he has held since June 2015, effective Nov. He began his career with the company as a store manager trainee in Nashville, Tenn. Current COO Jeffery Owen, a 30-year Dollar General veteran, has been named as Vasos’ successor.

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Alibaba Cloud Unit CEO Steps Down; Freshippo IPO Reportedly Delayed

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Zhang, who had been named CEO in May 2015 , recently narrowed his responsibilities to focus on leading the Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group, which Alibaba plans to spin off under a separate management team to be appointed at a later date. Alibaba ’s former Chairman and CEO Daniel Zhang has stepped down from his roles with the company.

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Canada Goose Makes 5 Leadership Appointments, Including First-Ever CDO

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Blonder brings 20 years’ experience in omnichannel DTC and digital marketing, most recently as President of Global Ecommerce at Wolverine Worldwide. Mihaljevic joined Canada Goose in 2015 and has been critical to the growth trajectory of the retailer’s commercial business.

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