Slice of Retail

PUMA Group Expands with AutoStore and Bastian Solutions in Arizona Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gsmDyJEg “PUMA’s new facility showcases the integral role Arizona plays in our country’s growing and thriving economy.” — Governor Katie Hobbs “At PUMA, our mantra is forever faster...AutoStore enables us to be the fastest we’ve ever been.” — Bob Philion, President at PUMA North America “Our collaboration with PUMA showcases the power of innovation and customer-centric solutions to drive performance and efficiency.” — Aaron Jones, CEO at Bastian Solutions #SoRNews

LUUM Closes $30M Series A & Names Jo Lawson, MBA as CEO Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gFcgrqhW “Leading the talented team at LUUM comes at a pivotal moment in the industry when technology and beauty are converging like never before." — Jo Lawson, CEO at LUUM “Jo is perfect for LUUM’s next phase of growth. Her dedication to the client experience and pushing the boundaries of technology ensures better solutions for our clients, lash artists and partners.” — Nathan Harding, CTO at LUUM #SoRNews

Dynamic Custom Profiles Revolutionize Ecommerce Personalization Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gpJ66rg9 "Dynamic Custom Profiles represent a significant evolution in our personalization capabilities. By dynamically adjusting to each shopper on each page, we’re expanding options for merchants and empowering them to create shopping journeys that feel truly individualized, which drives engagement and conversion." — Alex Kombos, CEO at Searchspring #SoRNews

Dunkin’ Spiked Debuts Limited-Edition Peppermint Mocha Iced Latte Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gSppajeG #SoRNews

Zip Co’s 2024 Holiday Spending Report Highlights Key Trends Amid Inflation Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/g6cjiJuV "Holiday spending is always a balance between financial discipline, the joy of giving, and the excitement of scoring discounts and deals." – Joseph Heck, US CEO at Zip #SoRNews

UGG? Feel House Returns to Los Angeles with Post Malone Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gGf8xxXX “We are thrilled to open the doors to our next Feel House, a powerful retail space that expresses the UGG brand's commitment to delivering products and experiences that make you feel good inside and out.” – Tracy Paoletti, Vice President & General Manager of?North America at UGG? #SoRNews

eGrowcery and Square Partner to Revolutionize Food Retail eCommerce Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gUR-39b2 "We are very excited about our Square partnership and the opportunity to bring our combined strengths to independent retailers. The marriage of Square's innovative hardware and software with eGrowcery’s omni-channel platform creates a scalable, performance-driven winner that will greatly assist many grocers in reducing costs and growing market share." – Patrick J. Hughes, CEO at eGrowcery "Square’s technology pairs seamlessly with the eGrowcery digital commerce ecosystem, giving retailers the best of breed for online ordering, payments, marketing, and more." – Vijay Vachani, Global Head of Partnerships at Square #SoRNews

The Container Store Opens at Miami Worldcenter on November 23 Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gDQXVaQb “The Container Store is excited to expand our reach in the Miami area with the new location in Miami Worldcenter, furthering our purpose to transform lives through the power of organization.” – Jen Pape, Senior Vice President of Stores at The Container Store "We are thrilled to welcome The Container Store to Miami Worldcenter as part of our continued commitment to enhancing Downtown Miami’s vibrant, mixed-use community." – Nitin Motwani, Managing Partner at Miami Worldcenter Associates "Community-serving retailers such as The Container Store are an important part of the wide-ranging retail array that we are delivering at Miami Worldcenter.” – shaul kuba, Co-Founder and Principal at Cim Group #SoRNews

Alpha Industries, Inc. x Lee Collaboration Brings Military and Denim Heritage to Life Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/gheXaVcU "The shared history of Lee and Alpha as American brands has created a unique offering that we’re really excited to unveil. The craftsmanship and details in each piece show why workwear and military styles continue to command attention in the world of fashion." — Joe Broyles, Global Vice-President of Collaborations at Lee "Together with Lee, we’re celebrating our shared history as American brands with authentic legacies, telling a story through each piece that resonates with those who value style and durability." — Matthew Pantoja, Chief Brand Officer at Alpha Industries #SoRNews

GRIN Partners with CreatorCommerce to Revolutionize Creator Commerce Learn more & get our take ?? https://lnkd.in/g_RjXTks "Co-selling is the next big frontier in influencer marketing. This integration merges creator content with commerce fundamentals, driving affiliate conversion rates up to three times." — Kenyon Brown, Co-Founder and CEO at CreatorCommerce "This integration bridges the gap between intimacy and scale, allowing brands to manage large networks of creators while?ensuring each relationship feels personal." — Brandon Brown, CEO at GRIN "We’re thrilled about the possibilities this new integration brings to our influencer strategy, especially during the busiest season." — McKoy Molyneaux, Head of Strategic Partnerships at Cozy Earth #SoRNews