Solutions & Innovations (September-October 2024) We cover the tech tools that are driving consumer understanding, engagement and conversion along the path to purchase. New Luxury Beauty Retail Concept Opening in Canada Hermes, Dior and Dermalogica are among the brands to offer in-store experiences and services at Rennai, a retail store opening in August at a mixed-use development in Montreal. DIGITAL EXCLUSIVE: Black Friday, Cyber Monday Activation Gallery Here is a sampling of how some brands and retailers reached consumers this year ahead of and during these annual sales events. 2023 Retail Media Awards Meet the 25 innovators who are forging the evolution of retail media and advancing connected commerce across the path to purchase. Hennessy Launches Speakeasy-Inspired NFT Cafe 11 is the cognac brand's $450 NFT and Web3 experience created with decentralized autonomous organization Friends With Benefits. Kohl's to Expand Sephora Shops to Every Store The beauty giant and the department store chain are expanding their partnership as the Sephora at Kohl’s concept celebrates one year since opening. 10 Trends Shaping the Future of Consumer Engagement We present a roadmap to the future of retail, adapted from Wunderman Thompson Intelligence’s “The Future 100: 2022” report. Retailers Flock to TikTok While its potential as a selling tool is still to be determined, retailers have been moving to establish their presence on the social media platform. Jewel-Osco Offers Events 'On the Rocks' JCPenney Sets Its Sites on E-Commerce 1 2 3 Next Last