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NRF Names New President, CEO March 18, 2010 The National Retail Federation (NRF) announced that Matt Shay has been selected to serve as its next president and CEO.
True Religion to Open First London Store March 18, 2010 Vernon, Calif.-based True Religion Apparel Inc. announced that the company’s first branded retail store in the United Kingdom is scheduled to open in London this June.
Walgreens to Acquire 17 Drugstores in Memphis, Tenn. March 18, 2010 Deerfield, Ill.-based Walgreens announced that it has reached an agreement with USA Drug to acquire the prescription files and certain other assets of 17 Ike’s and Super-D drugstores in the Memphis, Tenn., area.
Blockbuster May File for Bankruptcy Protection March 17, 2010 Dallas-based Blockbuster Inc. reported that it may need to file for bankruptcy protection, according to The Wall Street Journal (WSJ).
Giant Eagle's GetGo C-Store Receives LEED Silver March 17, 2010 Multi-format retailer Giant Eagle Inc. announced the receipt of a LEED Silver certification for its GetGo convenience store and fuel station located at 140 Towne Center Dr. in Wexford, Pa.
Walmart Opens In-Store Twilight Shops Nationwide March 16, 2010 Bentonville, Ark.-based Wal-Mart Stores Inc. has announced the official opening of its "Twilight Saga Shops" today in 2,600 Walmart stores across the country.
American Eagle to Open Stores in the Middle East March 16, 2010 Pittsburgh-based American Eagle Outfitters Inc. announced it will open its first stores outside of North America in Dubai and Kuwait City.
French Connection to Close About 17 Underperforming U.S. Stores March 16, 2010 British fashion retailer French Connection plans to sell its Nicole Farhi brand and close most of its underperforming U.S. stores as part of a strategic review, according to Reuters.
Phillips-Van Heusen Corp. to Acquire Tommy Hilfiger for $3 Billion March 15, 2010 Phillips-Van Heusen Corp. (PVH) announced a definitive agreement to acquire Tommy Hilfiger B.V., which is controlled by funds affiliated with Apax Partners L.P., for about $3 billion plus the assumption of liabilities.
Hibbett Sports Announces New CEO March 15, 2010 Birmingham, Ala.-based sporting goods retailer Hibbett Sports Inc. announced that Mickey Newsome, the company's chairman and CEO, will become executive chairman of the company.
POPAI Announces OMA Awards Winners March 15, 2010 Point of Purchase Advertising International (POPAI) announced the winners of its 52nd annual Outstanding Marketing at-Retail Achievement (OMA) Awards Competition during GlobalShop 2010.
Amuneal Wins Best in Show at GlobalShop March 12, 2010 Philadelphia-based Amuneal Mfg. has been selected as the Best in Show booth winner for GlobalShop 2010 by the editors of DDI Magazine.
Retail Sales Increase in February March 12, 2010 Washington D.C.-based United States Commerce Department reported a 0.3 percent increase in retail sales for the month of February, while motor vehicle and parts sales dropped 2 percent.
Ann Taylor Releases 4Q, Year-End Results March 12, 2010 New York-based Ann Taylor Stores Corporation released its fiscal fourth quarter and annual results for the year ending January 30, 2010.
A.R.E. Recognizes Store of the Year March 11, 2010 The Association for Retail Environments (A.R.E.) announced its Store of the Year award winner as part of GlobalShop 2010 at the Las Vegas-based Sands Expo & Convention Center.
American Eagle to Expand in Middle East March 11, 2010 Pittsburgh-based American Eagle Outfitters Inc. announced the opening of its first international locations outside of North America.
American Eagle to Close 28 Stores, Releases 4Q Results March 10, 2010 Pittsburgh, Pa.-based American Eagle Outfitters Inc. released its fourth quarter results, and announced plans to close 28 stores in its Martin+Osa concept.
Aldi to Open 27 Stores in Texas March 10, 2010 Essen, Germany-based Aldi Group announced plans to open 27 new stores in North Texas during spring 2010.
Payless ShoeSource to Launch New Line of Beauty Products this Fall March 09, 2010 Payless ShoeSource Inc., a unit of Topeka, Kan.-based Collective Brands Inc., announced an alliance with Maesa Group to create a collection of new beauty and body care products to be available exclusively in about 1,500 Payless ShoeSource stores this fall in early September.
JCPenney Wins 12 Marketing Awards March 09, 2010 Plano, Texas-based J.C. Penney Co. Inc. announced that it is the recipient of 12 Racie Awards, recognizing the company’s outstanding marketing initiatives in the past year.
Urban Outfitters to Launch New Wedding Brand March 08, 2010 Philadelphia-based Urban Outfitters Inc. announced plans to launch a new retail brand targeting the $60 billion wedding industry next year, according to The Philadelphia Inquirer.
Cartier to Expand in India March 08, 2010 Watch maker Cartier announced plans to expand its distribution network in India, according to The Financial Express.
SpendingPulse for February Shows Increases March 17, 2010 Purchase, N.Y.-based MasterCard Advisors released its February 2010 SpendingPulse results, highlighting retail performance of specific retailers in the United States.
NRF Releases Tax Survey Results March 15, 2010 Washington, D.C.-based the National Retail Federation (NRF) released its most recent survey, the 2010 Tax Returns Consumer Intentions and Actions Survey, conducted by Worthington, Ohio-based BIGresearch.
Shorewood Packaging Announces New President March 15, 2010 New York-based Shorewood Packaging Corporation, a division of International Paper, announced the appointment of Mike Ukropina as president and general manager, as well as an officer of International Paper.
RILA Launches Retail Litigation Center March 15, 2010 Arlington, Va.-based Retail Industry Leaders Association (RILA) announced the launch of its Retail Litigation Center (RLC).
Stylmark Announces Retirement of CEO March 07, 2010 Minneapolis-based Stylmark Inc. announced the retirement of Ken Ritterspach, president and CEO.
Triad Receives FSC Certification March 07, 2010 St. Louis, Mo.-based Triad announced receiving the Forest Stewardship Council (FSC) Chain of Custody Certification by Scientific Certification Systems (SCS).
J&J Industries Receives 2009 Evergreen Award March 03, 2010 Dalton, Ga.-based J&J Industries announced its selection as the winner in the furniture category for the 2009 Evergreen Award.
Stylmark Announces New Regional Sales Manager March 03, 2010 Minneapolis-based Stylmark Inc. announced the appointment of Steve Boersma as regional sales manager for the Southeastern United States.
GEI Launches Updated Web Site March 01, 2010 Atlanta-based Greenguard Environmental Institute (GEI) announced the release of its redesigned web site.
Southern Imperial Adds New Division March 01, 2010 Rockford, Ill.-based Southern Imperial Inc. announced the addition of its newest division, ILP Intelligent Loss Prevention.
Hollis + Miller Announces Several Key Promotions March 01, 2010 Overland Park, Kan.-based Hollis + Miller Architects announced the promotion of Chris Heinz, senior associate and design resource leader, to vice president and partner.
Eventscape Founder Awarded CEO of the Year February 24, 2010 Toronto-based Eventscape announced news that its president and founder, Gareth Brennan, was awarded CEO of the year at the annual Design Exchange Awards on Nov. 24, 2009.
Encore Retail Acquires New Shopping Center February 24, 2010 Brooklyn, N.Y.-based Encore Retail announced the acquisition of the Cincinnati, Ohio-based Governor’s Point retail complex, located at the intersection of I-71 and Mason-Montgomery Road.
Design Fabrications Announces Executive Appointments February 24, 2010 Madison Heights, Mich.-based Design Fabrications Inc. announced the promotion of Jessica Roberts, former vice president of operations, to chief operating officer.
McCall Design Group Announces Passing of VP February 21, 2010 San Francisco-based McCall Design Group announced the passing of David Lew, vice president, on February 15, 2010.
Triad Appoints New VP February 21, 2010 St. Louis, Mo.-based Triad announced the appointment of Greg Gorman as vice president of new business development.
Planalytics Releases 2009 Weather Year in Review February 21, 2010 Wayne, Pa.-based Planalytics Inc. released its 2009 year in review on weather events impacting retail and consumer oriented businesses.
Stone Source Appoints EVP February 17, 2010 New York-based Stone Source announced the appointment of Steven Pickert as executive vice president of sales.
ACSI Releases Fourth Quarter Index Results February 17, 2010 Ann Arbor, Mich.-based The American Customer Satisfaction Index (ACSI) released its fourth quarter 2009 index results.
The Nu-Era Group Announces New Appointments February 15, 2010 St. Louis-based The Nu-Era Group announced the appointment of Don Sante, CPSM as procurement manager and Lisa Becraft as national account executive.
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Video: Inside JCPenney’s Manhattan Mall Store DDI visited the new JCPenney department store at Manhattan Mall in New York and spoke with store manager Joe Cardamone. Below is video of that conversation paired with a walk-through tour of the new store. For more on the JCPenney store, look out for DDI's November/December issue mailing out at the end of November.
