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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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Tips on How to Contact Retail Buyers
FAQStrategy

6 Tips on How to Contact Retail Buyers

With over 15 years as a consultant in this field, I’ve learned that getting your product into retail stores requires a blend of strategy, persistence, and relationship-building. From my firsthand experience, here’s how it’s done. Building a strong online presence…

11 Common Types of Leather Handbag Finishes
EducationStrategy

11 Different Types of Leather Handbag Finishes (2024 Guide)

Luxury handbags are often celebrated for their impeccable craftsmanship or brand prestige and the variety of special finishes contributing to their aesthetic appeal and functionality. With handbag sales projected to exceed $78.38 billion globally by 2024, understanding the different types…

National Brand vs Private Label
EducationStrategy

Differences Between National Brand vs Private Label

National Brands and Private Labels have long populated the retail landscape, each with unique appeals and competitive edges. National brands, such as Coca-Cola, Pepsi, Levi’s, and Wrangler, are prominently recognized for their nationwide distribution and robust marketing strategies. Large manufacturers…

1 in 3 brands launched in 2022 discontinued by 2023
Insights

Report: 1 in 3 brands launched in 2022 discontinued by 2023

According to the latest findings by market research giant Euromonitor International, nearly one-third of brands introduced in 2022 were discontinued by the end of 2023. This revelation stems from their cutting-edge artificial intelligence (AI) powered Passport Innovation platform, shedding light…

Urban Outfitters Expands Platform for Vintage Fashion Business
Retail

Urban Outfitters Expands Platform for Vintage Fashion Business

Urban Outfitters has redefined its approach to vintage and secondhand clothing by launching its new program, Vintage + Remade. The initiative is a dual-faceted program designed to cater to the diverse tastes of Urban Outfitters’ clientele. The ‘Vintage’ section offers…

Shein set to confirm London for IPO shortly
Retail

Shein set to confirm London for IPO shortly

Shein, the Singapore-based fast fashion giant, is expected to confirm London as its listing destination for its upcoming initial public offering (IPO) in as little as a few days. This decision comes after the company accepted that approval for a…

Facebook marketplace fees double from 5% to 10%
Retail

Facebook marketplace fees double from 5% to 10%

Facebook has announced that it has doubled its seller fees for listings sold with shipping on its popular Marketplace platform. Effective April 15, 2024, the selling fee has increased from 5% to 10%, with a minimum fee of $0.80 per…

PrettyLittleThing Founders Launch Kamani Rossar
Retail

PrettyLittleThing Founders Launch New Business Venture

PrettyLittleThing co-founders Umar Kamani and Paul Papworth have launched Kamani Rossar, a luxury interior design business, in April 2024. The billionaire brothers, who previously sold their stake in the fast-fashion brand to Boohoo in 2020, are now setting their sights…

Fossil Launches a New Online Curated Gift Shop
Retail

Fossil Launches a New Online Curated Gift Shop

American watch and accessories brand Fossil unveiled a new online gift shop experience, featuring specialized curated collections designed to help customers find the perfect present for any occasion. The launch comes just in time for Mother’s Day, offering a convenient…