Retailers that saw how profitable owned brands could be are out to get similar results for themselves. But experts say it won’t be that easy. Click here to read the story at retaildive.com Discussion Questions: What is a brand? What is a private label brand? Why do you think Target Read more…
Earlier this week rumors circulated that Facebook was planning to change its company name next week as it focuses on building a “metaverse.” The name change could be formally announced at the social network’s annual Connect conference on October 28, or sooner. Reports online suggest it is meant to signal Read more…
Dollar Tree, the last of the big dollar-store chains selling items for $1 or less, on Tuesday said it was officially “breaking the buck” by adding $1.25 and $1.50 price points in some stores. Click here to read the story at insider.com. Discussion Questions: What is pricing? Why is pricing Read more…
Ford, following in the footsteps of Ferrari, is increasing its non-automotive merchandise in an effort to create a wider ranging brand. The company just hired Alexandra Ford English, daughter of Ford executive chair Bill Ford and great-great granddaughter of Henry Ford, to the newly-created position of global brand merchandising director. Read more…
Subway is drawing a direct link between the “Eat Fresh Refresh” strategy and a sales boost in the summer period, including its highest weekly average unit volume transactions in eight years. The planned multiyear overhaul touches across the chain’s business, with a menu makeover consisting of 11 new and improved Read more…
Gap Inc.’s Athleta and Old Navy banners have been getting all the attention lately, given a recent deal with Simone Biles for the former and a shift to store-wide inclusive sizing at the latter. But that may be about to change. Click here to read the story at adweek.com. Discussion Read more…
It’s a juxtaposition that Alderete said is intentional. Gen Z today has a deep fondness for the ’90s and early 2000s, but they want those styles presented in a modern way. “The younger generation is very fascinated by the ’90s,” Alderete said. “And that’s our brand heritage. Click here to Read more…
The 10 rafts are secured to the banks of the Green River. The tents are up. The sun is setting over the sandstone canyon walls. As 30 rafters dig into steaming bowls of chili, it’s time to start planning for the future. How can northwest Colorado entice and manage visitors, Read more…
Confession: I think Flamin’ Hot Cheetos are really hard to eat. Maybe it’s the unrelentingly red visual barrier, or the way they cake onto the fingertips. Perhaps Flamin’ Hot Mountain Dew will fix those issues for me. It’s in a can, no finger contact required. Click here to read the Read more…
End your family’s summer in a legendary way with a stay at the NERF House on Vrbo! Hasbro, Inc. and the iconic NERF brand join forces with Vrbo to bring the world of NERF to life in an action-packed lake house, available for a lucky family to score starting Sept. Read more…