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Jeanel Alvarado

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Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing…

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About Jeanel Alvarado

Jeanel Alvarado is a marketer and retail strategist, leveraging 15+ years of cross-disciplinary expertise in retail, e-commerce, technology, consumer and shopping trends. She is the former Senior Managing Director of the School of Retailing at the University of Alberta. Jeanel’s insights appear in Nasdaq, Entrepreneur, Fortune, TIME, and the US Chamber of Commerce, among others, with recurring commentary on top retailers and brands for financial markets, consumer insights, shopping trends, tech Innovation, and the luxury sector.

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Does Retail Only Mean Clothing?
EducationFAQ

Does Retail Only Mean Clothing?

While many people instinctively associate the word “retail” with clothing stores, the reality is that retail encompasses a far broader spectrum of products and services. Gaining…

Difference Between Retail vs Wholesale Business
FAQGlossary

How To Tell If Retail or Wholesale?

If you’re launching a startup, knowing whether you are a retail or wholesale business is essential for setting up your operations, marketing, and compliance correctly. Many…

FERMÀT Raises 45M in 2025 to Launch AI-Powered Commerce Platform in San Francisco
NewsRetail

FERMÀT Raises to Launch AI-Powered Commerce Platform

FERMÀT, the San Francisco-based AI-native commerce platform, has announced a $45 million Series B funding round led by VMG Partners, with participation from QED Investors, Greylock, Bain Capital Ventures, and Courtside Ventures. This…