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Interesting and insightful views from 2 of the most experienced Retail advisors in the industry Joe Bona and Gerry Lewis. Questions like what may have derailed Foxtrot and Dom’s are clearly discussed but I’m sure others will have views too. The Retail sector always hates to lose entrepreneurs who take the risk of opening a business, but retail is not for the faint of heart as the road to success is littered with great ideas and good companies. I’m alwasy reminded of the saying Location is everything and that Innovation must deliver results which can only be achieved if you have great operational efficiency. Final piece of advice from someone who has worked with many difference retail businesses over the years. Surround yourself with the best talent and get advice from seasoned veterans who may be able to add the 10% that makes the difference between success and failure.

Exploring stories behind stores. In the exciting debut of Asian Trader's Retail Corner feature, join us on a exclusive tour into Codicote’s Costcutter corner store that saw The Great Famine, two world wars, The Great Depression, and embraced the evolution of modern retail, evolving and flourishing triumphantly through passing decades. What's your store's story? #ukretail #UKconvenience #UKgrocery https://lnkd.in/gfV4Bbp6

I'm trying to figure out the competitive positioning of Pop Mart. Product - Collectibles are very much on trend but there are many others catering to this market (saturation). Stores - at least for now - are focused on malls (struggling). Pricing - $16 to $2,000 - missing the multi-purchase $5-10 retail? I've never been to a Pop Mart in person, so I'd love to hear feedback from those who have firsthand knowledge. What am I missing? #toystrategist #consumerproducts #toys

Open window in your packaging, yes or no? We get this question a lot! Not a bad idea. I say yes, whenever you can. Whatever colors and designs you use, there is one question you always want to answer: Does the product match what the packaging says? In other words, can the customer trust the company? The open window is an easy way to prove that! Need packaging for your products? Let's chat! #packaging #consumergoods #retail #consumerbrands #walmart #ross #burlington #productpackaging 

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🎙️🌍 Hot debate alert! Lookalike products are shaking things up in the UK, with discount stores like Aldi and Liddell mimicking well-known brands. 🇬🇧🍪☕️ But is this happening in the US too? Alan Feeney joins us to explore whether American consumers are facing similar challenges and how trade dress—beyond traditional trademarks—plays a role. 🏢💼 McDonald’s, for instance, has successfully protected its iconic store design through trademarking. 📈🔍 Tune in to discuss the impact of lookalikes on consumer choices and the evolving world of intellectual property. Hit the link in our bio to listen, like, follow, and share! Got questions for Alan? Drop them below! ⬇️🎧 #VIPPodcast #LookalikeProducts #TradeDress #IPTrends

🎙️🌍 Hot debate alert! Lookalike products are shaking things up in the UK, with discount stores like Aldi and Liddell mimicking well-known brands. 🇬🇧🍪☕️ But is this happening in the US too? Alan Feeney joins us to explore whether American consumers are facing similar challenges and how trade dress—beyond traditional trademarks—plays a role. 🏢💼 McDonald’s, for instance, has successfully protected its iconic store design through trademarking. 📈🔍 Tune in to discuss the impact of lookalikes on consumer choices and the evolving world of intellectual property. Hit the link in our bio to listen, like, follow, and share! Got questions for Alan? Drop them below! ⬇️🎧 #VIPPodcast #LookalikeProducts #TradeDress #IPTrends

Pop-up retail, also known as pop-up store (pop-up shop in the UK, Australia and Ireland) or flash retailing, is a trend of opening short-term sales spaces that last for days to weeks before closing down, often to catch onto a fad or scheduled event. Marmite pop-up shop in London The Beatles double-decker pop-up shop in New York City HBO Game of Thrones container pop-up in Los Angeles The modern trend of pop-up retail started in Los Angeles in the late 1990s, and went on to become used internationally, being particularly popular in the United States, Canada, United Kingdom and Australia. Pop-up retail was an increasing factor during the retail apocalypse of the 2010s, including seasonal Halloween retailers who operate stores in vacant spaces during the season. In 2018 the pop-up industry was estimated to be worth $50 billion.[1] there you have it #VisualMerchandising #Future #Pop-upShops #High-endRetail #DigitalMarketing #Management #Markets.

As Spirit Halloween continues to thrive with its successful pop-up model, the question arises: Are we witnessing a shift towards a new (potentially stable) retail trend? Seasonal pop-up stores like Spirit Halloween offer a unique opportunity for commercial property owners, but they also present challenges in planning and forecasting. How can commercial owners adapt to this evolving business model? What strategies can be implemented to maximize the potential of these short-term retail spaces?

Kick'n-in-the-door with a digital-first approach is a flex shoppers have long awaited from retailers. Sneakers are no longer just casual transactions; they're a story that heads flex in feeds and forums long before they pound the pavement. So, talk about a killer crossover—Footlocker is leveraging its app to tap into cultural trends and the latest drops while adding a humanistic approach of an online pickup zone right in its store. This is more than just a step up from static mannequins and dressing rooms—it's a game-changer. This isn't just progress; this is playing to win.