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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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The Biggest Luxury Conglomerates in the World
BeautyFashion

The Biggest Luxury Conglomerates in the World

The fashion and luxury industry is dominated by several major corporations that have established themselves as leaders in the market. These conglomerates have diversified their portfolios to include a wide range of high-end brands, catering to various segments within the…

FashionLuxury

Why The Super Rich Love Understated Dressing

The super-rich have a penchant for understated dressing, often opting for simple and elegant styles that don’t scream wealth. This preference for “quiet luxury” or “stealth wealth” is driven by various factors, including psychological reasons, decision fatigue, and the desire…

BusinessRetail

Nordstrom to close downtown San Francisco locations

Nordstrom has announced plans to close its two downtown San Francisco locations, dealing a significant blow to the city’s retail landscape. The flagship store at Westfield San Francisco Centre will shut down at the end of August, while the Nordstrom…

How Can Fashion Retailers Avoid Overstocking
RetailStrategy

How Can Fashion Retailers Avoid Overstocking

In the fast-paced world of fashion retail, maintaining optimal inventory levels is crucial for success. Overstocking, also known as inventory bloat, is a significant issue faced by fashion retailers. It occurs when retailers accumulate more inventory than they can sell,…

MarketingRetail

7 Retail Sales Strategies To Attract Affluent Shopper

When it comes to attracting affluent shoppers, you will need to invest in specific retail sales and promotions strategies that work best for affluent shoppers focus on providing a personalized, convenient, and high-quality experience. These customers value experiences over material…

StrategyTechnology

How to write product descriptions using AI Tools, ChatGPT

In the world of e-commerce, product descriptions play a crucial role in attracting customers and driving sales. With the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI), writing compelling and engaging product descriptions has become easier than ever. AI-powered tools like OpenAI’s ChatGPT…

BeautyTrends

Five Men’s Skincare Trends To Know For 2023

The men’s skincare and personal care market is booming due to several factors that have contributed to the increased demand for these products. The trend is expected to continue driving the market’s growth, with the global men’s personal care market…

LuxuryRetail

The allure of counterfeit goods among Gen Z shoppers

The rise of counterfeit goods among Generation Z has become a significant concern for luxury brands. This tech-savvy generation, born between the mid-1990s and early 2010s, is increasingly attracted to fake products due to various factors such as affordability, easy…