The Global Port Tracker report released today by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Hackett Associates details an expected surge in imports from now until next spring due to an imminent increase in tariffs and potential strike at container ports …
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Diamond Vogel Names Rediscover as 2025 Color of the Year
Diamond Vogel released its 2025 Color of the Year and color trend report, outlining color directions for 2025. Rediscover, a soft-toned green that reflects the therapeutic healing power of botanicals, was selected for the 2025 Color of the Year. Described …
Read More »Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend Brings in Near Record Number of Shoppers
This year’s Thanksgiving weekend sales brought in an estimated 197 million shoppers, according to a survey released by the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper Insights & Analytics. The number of shoppers this year surpassed NRF’s expected estimate of 183.4 …
Read More »Do it Best Names New Vice President of Logistics
Do it Best recently announced Ty Sordelet as the company’s new vice president of logistics. Previously a director of warehouse operations at Do it Best, Sordelet brings expertise in process improvements and optimizing logistics strategies. “Ty’s strategic mindset and proven …
Read More »ECI Software Solutions President Named 2024 Globee Awards Woman Executive of the Year
ECI Software Solutions president and chief operating officer, Sarah Hagan, was recently named a winner in the “Women Executive of the Year – Technology Products and Services” category of the 17th Annual Globee Awards for Achievement (Women in Business). “I …
Read More »Alternative Paint Shades for 2025 Colors of the Year
Deep blues, yellows and warm browns are top colors of the year for major brands in 2025. Stay on top of the trends and stock alternatives for these colors for customers in the new year. Blue Shades Slumber from Dunn-Edwards …
Read More »Ace Retail Holdings Taps Vice President of Store Operations
Ace Retail Holdings announced the promotion of Tony Houk to vice president of store operations. Houk, who previously served as the chief operating officer of Great Lakes Ace Hardware, will oversee store operations at all Ace Retail Holdings locations. “Tony …
Read More »3 Gift Categories Consumers Are Shopping for This Thanksgiving Weekend
A new survey published by the National Retail Federation details the most popular gift categories consumers plan to purchase this season. Nearly 184 million people are expected to shop this Thanksgiving weekend. “The holiday season is in full swing, and …
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