InBloom, the direct-to-consumer nutritional powder and supplement brand founded by actress and entrepreneur Kate Hudson in 2020, made its brick-and-mortar debut exclusively at Whole Foods in January.
Although Stephen Bettencourt has both undergrad and graduate degrees in management science, a professor opened his eyes to the world of marketing research, and from then on, he had a new passion.
Smart carts, product demos, flexible shopping experiences and holistic health are among the trends being shaped by rapidly evolving customer expectations, according to research from 84.51°.
Recent retail news includes Kroger's CEO saying its merger with Albertsons would mean lower prices and higher wages, and Walmart Canada making its Lunar New Year promotions more inclusive than ever.
Genomic nutrition platform GenoPalate will give Earth Fare shoppers access to its DNA-based reports in the wellness department and eventually launch meal kits and other products at the grocer.
$300 million this year is for store renovations, including clearer navigation, new aisle markers and enhanced signage and displays at 55 locations, among them the retailer's “store of the future” in Ontario.
The manufacturer partnered with the Midwest retailer for a summer cause campaign supporting Smile Train, a nonprofit that provides free surgery for children to correct cleft lips and palates.