The Robin Report

Consumers aren’t looking for hip—they want discounts. With Walmart dominating low prices and fast fashion giants leading style-for-less, Target’s once-iconic model is losing relevance. Can Target find its next big move before it's too late? https://lnkd.in/ebVZ8A2q #Target #RetailTrends #BusinessInsights Warren Shoulberg

Are you heading to Shoptalk Spring 2025 in Vegas this year? Schedule some time with our own Brandon Morgan—let us know if you're attending, and don’t hesitate to say hello if you see us! ?? https://lnkd.in/gt33tu3Y #ShoptalkSpring2025 #RetailLeaders

From the Sinclair Dinosaur to the Jolly Green Giant, America’s iconic roadside landmarks once made travel and retail unforgettable. Could reviving these fiberglass giants reconnect communities and restore a sense of nostalgia in today’s digital age? Read why it’s time to bring these legends back: https://lnkd.in/ecwz2tdg #RoadsideAttractions #BrandNostalgia #RetailInsights Arick Wierson, Storyteller

In the latest Lead Like Her episode, Deborah Weinswig 韋葆蘭, CEO of Coresight Research, shares how her global mindset and talent for building connections set her apart. From leveraging data-driven insights to fostering industry-wide collaboration, she reveals how authentic relationships and analytical excellence drive transformation. https://lnkd.in/gjk8mDk4 ?? Don’t miss this conversation hosted by?Shelley E. Kohan NextUp | Women in Retail Leadership Circle | Fashion Group International, Inc. | NAWBO National | Women In Consumer Technology (Women In CT) | Female Founder Collective | WEConnect International | Ascendant Network #LeadLikeHer #Leadership #RetailInnovation #WomenInBusiness

Richard Baker’s legacy of failed strategies and reckless deals has led Hudson’s Bay into bankruptcy, marking the end of Canada’s oldest retailer. What went wrong, and what does it mean for Saks Global? https://lnkd.in/eZjFn9Rq #HudsonsBay #BusinessStrategy #RetailNews Mark Cohen

Hudson’s Bay files for bankruptcy, with up to half its stores set to close. After splitting Saks Global and botching Neiman’s flagship, HBC was left out in the cold. Another week, another Baker misstep. #HudsonsBay #RetailLeadership #RetailNews Warren Shoulberg

Join Shelley E. Kohan and Lindsey Scheftic, CMO & Founder of The CMO Sidekick, as they break down how fractional CMOs + AI are reshaping the industry. (????? 27m40s) From video fragmentation to retail media's transformation, marketing expertise is being redefined. https://lnkd.in/ezTdmKQR New podcast every Friday! #RetailTrends #FractionalCMO #AIMarketing

Ghana’s landfills are overflowing with discarded textiles, a stark reminder that the global second-hand clothing trade is less about charity and more about shifting waste to the Global South. As unsellable garments pile up, they poison water sources and strain local economies. It's time to rethink fashion’s true impact. https://lnkd.in/eR9C-sSa #FastFashionCrisis #RetailNews #RetailInsights Arick Wierson, Storyteller

Once bustling with flagship department stores, many downtowns now stand hollow as retail giants fade away. The transformation isn’t over yet—could the future of iconic stores like Macy’s include towering residential developments above shrinking retail spaces? https://lnkd.in/es-67W-j #RetailTransformation #RetailInsights #RetailNews Warren Shoulberg

In the latest Lead Like Her episode, Janet Hayes, CEO of?Crate and Barrel, shares how she's redefined leadership with empathy, curiosity, and purpose. From navigating a global pandemic to fostering innovation, she reveals how a modern mindset can transform brands and teams alike. ?? Don’t miss this conversation hosted by?Shelley E. Kohan: https://lnkd.in/erqXqpAP NextUp | Women in Retail Leadership Circle | Fashion Group International, Inc. | NAWBO National | Women In Consumer Technology (Women In CT) | Female Founder Collective | WEConnect International | Ascendant Network #LeadLikeHer #ModernLeadership #RetailInnovation #WomenInLeadership