Slice of Retail

PUMA Group Opens Second North American Flagship in Las Vegas Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gAZEXPCq “I am thrilled that we are opening a state-of-the-art flagship store in Las Vegas as part of our brand elevation strategy.” – Arne Freundt, CEO at PUMA “Las Vegas is a booming sports city that attracts millions of visitors each year and is a global destination for entertainment and fashion.” – Bob Philion, President at PUMA North America #SoRNews

Bogg Bag® Expands into Target Nationwide with Exclusive Bullseye Tote Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gQGJTQna "Bogg has become a viral sensation over the years and landing a partnership with an iconic company like Target is a testament to our growth. The partnership perfectly aligns with Bogg’s mission of delivering fashionable, functional bags for every lifestyle. Launching a Bullseye bag is truly a dream come true and I can’t wait to see shoppers using it on their weekly Target hauls!" — Kim Vaccarella, CEO and Founder at Bogg #SoRNews

Faircraft Raises $15.8M to Scale Lab-Grown Leather Innovations Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gwF9RMBW “It enables the creation of unique pieces with minimal environmental impact, while offering new possibilities to leather artisans and designers. This technological breakthrough is a tribute to the magic of life.” – Haïkel Balti, Co-founder and CEO at Faircraft “Faircraft’s lab-grown leather is a breakthrough for brands and consumers who refuse to compromise between quality and sustainability, and we’re proud to support them as they scale operations and bring this revolutionary product to market.” – Kanyi Maqubela, Managing Partner at Kindred Ventures #SoRNews

PUMA Group Expands with AutoStore and Bastian Solutions in Arizona Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gsmDyJEg “PUMA’s new facility showcases the integral role Arizona plays in our country’s growing and thriving economy.” — Governor Katie Hobbs “At PUMA, our mantra is forever faster...AutoStore enables us to be the fastest we’ve ever been.” — Bob Philion, President at PUMA North America “Our collaboration with PUMA showcases the power of innovation and customer-centric solutions to drive performance and efficiency.” — Aaron Jones, CEO at Bastian Solutions #SoRNews

LUUM Closes $30M Series A & Names Jo Lawson, MBA as CEO Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gFcgrqhW “Leading the talented team at LUUM comes at a pivotal moment in the industry when technology and beauty are converging like never before." — Jo Lawson, CEO at LUUM “Jo is perfect for LUUM’s next phase of growth. Her dedication to the client experience and pushing the boundaries of technology ensures better solutions for our clients, lash artists and partners.” — Nathan Harding, CTO at LUUM #SoRNews

Dynamic Custom Profiles Revolutionize Ecommerce Personalization Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gpJ66rg9 "Dynamic Custom Profiles represent a significant evolution in our personalization capabilities. By dynamically adjusting to each shopper on each page, we’re expanding options for merchants and empowering them to create shopping journeys that feel truly individualized, which drives engagement and conversion." — Alex Kombos, CEO at Searchspring #SoRNews

Dunkin’ Spiked Debuts Limited-Edition Peppermint Mocha Iced Latte Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gSppajeG #SoRNews

Zip Co’s 2024 Holiday Spending Report Highlights Key Trends Amid Inflation Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/g6cjiJuV "Holiday spending is always a balance between financial discipline, the joy of giving, and the excitement of scoring discounts and deals." – Joseph Heck, US CEO at Zip #SoRNews

UGG® Feel House Returns to Los Angeles with Post Malone Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gGf8xxXX “We are thrilled to open the doors to our next Feel House, a powerful retail space that expresses the UGG brand's commitment to delivering products and experiences that make you feel good inside and out.” – Tracy Paoletti, Vice President & General Manager of North America at UGG® #SoRNews

eGrowcery and Square Partner to Revolutionize Food Retail eCommerce Learn more & get our take 👇 https://lnkd.in/gUR-39b2 "We are very excited about our Square partnership and the opportunity to bring our combined strengths to independent retailers. The marriage of Square's innovative hardware and software with eGrowcery’s omni-channel platform creates a scalable, performance-driven winner that will greatly assist many grocers in reducing costs and growing market share." – Patrick J. Hughes, CEO at eGrowcery "Square’s technology pairs seamlessly with the eGrowcery digital commerce ecosystem, giving retailers the best of breed for online ordering, payments, marketing, and more." – Vijay Vachani, Global Head of Partnerships at Square #SoRNews