Jamie Grill-Goodman
Jamie Grill-Goodman is the senior editor of RIS News. Jamie has worked for both consumer and B2B publications during her media career, covering retail, consumer goods, private label, real estate, and more. Her multichannel content creation skills weave a keen observation of retail trends into a smooth communication of complex information to a general audience.
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July 2021
July 29
Starbucks’ Active U.S. Loyalty Members Grow 48%
Starbucks’ active loyalty members have helped the coffee retailer’s pandemic recovery, but CEO and president Kevin Johnson said the acceleration in non-rewards customers is really further evidence of “the great human reconnection.”
July 28
Walmart’s Now Selling Its Retail Tech to Other Retailers
“Commercializing our technologies and capabilities helps us sustainably reinvest back into our customer value proposition," John Furner, CEO of Walmart U.S. said as Walmart announces it's entering the retail tech sales business. Get the details.
July 28
Athleta Launches an Immersive Digital Platform for Women to Connect
Performance lifestyle retailer Athleta has launched an immersive new platform as part of its loyalty rewards. Learn how it seeks to build loyalty, engagement, and a community of empowered women.
July 27
RIS Seeks 2021's Retail Influentials
RIS needs your nominations for its fifth annual Influentials: Top 10 Movers and Shakers in Retail! Find out who is eligible and honor a deserving executive today!
July 26
Walmart Lifts Veil on the Cloud Checkout Tech that Transformed Its Point of Sale
Walmart’s Cloud Powered Checkout (CPC) system, built using a microservices strategy, changed the entire point of sale landscape for the global retailer. Learn more about Walmart’s POS journey.
July 26
Bed Bath & Beyond to Reduce Replenishment Times from 35 to 10 Days
Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. will significantly improve its merchandise replenishment by 25 days as part of its ongoing supply chain initiatives.
July 21
Tractor Supply’s Customer Service and Loyalty Program are Key
Learn why Tractor Supply Company credits technology investments in customer service and its updated loyalty program as keys to its continued success.
July 19
Retail Recovery Continues in June
Shoppers purchased items such as clothing and electronics in June, boosting retail sales even higher than expected.
July 19
Wilson Sporting Goods Opens Its First Retail Store
Wilson is kicking off its physical expansion and plans to open several flagship stores in the coming months. Can you guess what the first one will smell like? Read on to find out.
July 19
Rebag Launches Instant Trade-In for Luxury Resale
Rebag CEO Charles Gorra says the retailer is essentially pioneering “negative checkout.” Learn what that means.
July 16
Walmart Adding Supply Chain Automation to 25 Distribution Centers
Walmart is investing in its supply chain at an “unprecedented scale,” including reimagining its regional distribution network. Learn how.
July 14
Sam’s Club Progresses Its Scan & Go App
Sam’s Club is piloting new Scan & Go technology and is allowing members nationwide to demo the Scan & Go feature without downloading the Sam’s Club app onto their devices. Learn more.
July 13
Big Lots Appoints Chief Technology Officer
Big Lots has appointed a new CTO to replace Stew Wenerstrom who will be officially retiring in October following a transition period.
July 12
Fossil Group Adds Chief Digital Officer to Lead Its Digital Transformation
A former partner at McKinsey & Company has joined the Fossil Group to lead the retailer’s digital initiatives. Find out who snagged the new role.
July 12
Nordstrom Strikes a Deal With ASOS to Bring Topshop Back to U.S. Stores
Nordstrom has set its eyes on the 20-something shopper and is collaborating with online retailer ASOS to reach them.
July 12
Walmart’s Flipkart Raises $3.6B in Funding
India’s e-commerce giant has raised $3.6 billion in funding, including sovereign funds, private equity and investment from its parent company Walmart.
July 02
2021 Back-to-School Retail Predictions
As parents prepare to put virtual learning behind them and move on in September, RIS scours the data to predict what the back-to-school season will look like and help retailers craft a strategy to capture their share of the sales.