Neato Names Nedder CEO
Neato Robotics has named Thomas Nedder as the company’s new CEO.
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Stage Stores Shifting To Off-Price Format
Stage Stores is moving forward with plans to convert its stores to an off-price format.
Cost Plus World Market Launches Downton Abbey Collection
Cost Plus World Market has teamed with NBCUniversal in the development of a limited edition line of licensed products for the Downton Abbey collection.
Stein Mart Expands BOPIS Service Chain-Wide
Stein Mart has expanded its buy online, pick up in store (BOPIS) service to all of its 283 locations across the United States.
BJ’s Wholesale Club Names Delaney President
BJ’s Wholesale Club has named Lee Delaney president, effective immediately.
Keurig Launches K-Duo Coffeemaker Line
Keurig Dr. Pepper has launched a new line of Keurig-branded coffeemakers that combine single-serve and drip coffee functionality in one unit.
Ross Opening Stores In Nebraska, Texas
Ross Dress for Less is opening a new namesake store and a DD’s Discounts store, one in Nebraska, the other in Texas.
Amazon Expanding Chicago Tech Hub
Amazon is expanding its Chicago Tech Hub and plans to create 400 new tech jobs in fields including cloud computing, advertising and business development.
IHA Board Elects Steidle Chairman
Howard Steidle Jr., CEO, John Ritzenthaler Co., has been elected as chairman of the International Housewares Association’s board of directors.
LifeFuels Debuts Smart Nutrition Bottle
LifeFuels has launched its new smart nutrition bottle, which is said to integrate a three-part hydration system.
Burlington Names Crimmins Interim Chief Financial Officer
Burlington Stores’ Marc Katz has resigned as the company’s chief financial officer/principal, effective immediately, to pursue other professional opportunities. John Crimmins, evp/finance and chief accounting officer, has been appointed interim chief financial officer.
Jay Jordan, Home Meridian
Jay Jordan, before taking his latest position as president at Home Meridian’s new HMidea operation, helped supervise a reorganization at Ameriwood intended to increase flexibility and maximize resources.
Eparé Debuts Mini Salt And Pepper Grinder Set
Eparé has debuted its mini salt and pepper grinder set, which is designed for small space living.
Target Readies 20th Anniversary Collection Launch
Nearly 300 retrospective pieces, including in home and housewares, are returning from Target’s archives for the 20th Anniversary Collection, which launches this Saturday, September 14.
Alessi Gains Capital From Investor
Alessi has entered into a partnership agreement with the English fund Oakley, as of August 28. The partnership enables Oakley to acquire 40% of the capital of Alessi and become a minority shareholder of the company.
Macy’s Reveals Story’s School Of Style Theme
This fall, the Story store at Macy’s, the retailer’s in-store boutique that focuses on narrative retailing and curated selections to create an engaging store experience, has revealed its latest theme: School of Style.
Conn’s Opens Houston Distribution Center
Conn’s is opening a 656,658-square-foot, multistate logistics distribution center in Houston, establishing more advanced infrastructure as part of the company’s overall growth and development plan.
Hudson’s Bay Sharpens Focus As Q2 Loss Grows
Hudson’s Bay put a positive spin on its second quarter, although its net loss increased, with the department store retailer highlighting the performance of Saks and Saks Off 5th as it works to improve business operations.
Wellness Makes The Difference At Remodeled Walmart
As it continues introducing initiatives developed to reinforce and expand relationships with consumers, Walmart is reopening a remodeled supercenter in Dallas, GA, with an expanded health oriented concept.
Mads Ryder, Lenox
Mads Ryder joined the Lenox Corporation at the close of 2018, succeeding Katrina Helmkamp, who left the company to pursue a role elsewhere. Ryder joined Lenox at a pivotal time for the company.