I’m not a regular mom, I’m a career mom! OK, bad jokes aside, being a career mom can be an exhilarating yet demanding experience. With the responsibility of juggling work, family and personal life, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed. Just thinking about all the things working mothers do feels overwhelming. This guide aims to help career moms understand...
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) is highlighting inspiring female entrepreneurs shaping the retail industry. In this installment, we chat with Aja Horsley, founder and CEO of Drizzle Honey, a woman-owned raw and superfood honey company prioritizing pollinator health and eco-friendly practices. We explore Aja’s journey, the challenges she’s faced,...
It’s incredible to think we’re this far into 2025 already. Looking back on last year, it was a whirlwind! From many changes in the digital landscape such as artificial intelligence, search engine optimization opportunities, new video content, and the further rise of influencer marketing to happenings on the print front — such as the USPS...
Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) recently released its 15th annual Top Women in Retail report. The valuable resource highlights female executives who are making significant impacts across the retail industry. Each year, we highlight a handful of women we consider “On the Rise” — i.e., director-level women who have impressed us with their talent, their...
Process mining is increasingly gaining attention at major industry events like the National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show, especially as retailers face growing pressures to optimize operations, improve customer experiences, and leverage digital transformation. At NRF, there was a strong focus on data-driven insights and advanced analytics, with process mining fitting neatly into these themes....
Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) recently released its 15th annual Top Women in Retail report. The valuable resource highlights female executives who are at the forefront of the retail industry. We asked several of our 2025 Top Women in Retail honorees what lessons changed them as leaders; here are a few skills they say are...
In celebration of Women’s History Month, Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) highlights inspiring female entrepreneurs shaping the retail industry. In this installment, we chat with Erika Carrero, founder and creative director of Elizée, an ultra-wearable luxe high heel brand handcrafted in Italy. We explore Erika’s journey, the challenges she’s faced, how her experience in finance...
Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) is proud to partner with Berns Communications Group’s the Retail Influencer Network, The DealmakeHers, and The Z Suite to celebrate the release of the fourth annual list of the 25 Most Inspirational Women Leaders. The list honors trailblazing women leaders who are making a significant impact in industries such as retail, fashion,...
We’re excited to announce that Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) is partnering again with CommerceNext to honor a top woman in e-commerce or retail for its CommerceNexty Awards program. The program, which celebrates excellence in e-commerce and digital marketing, features a special award called Women in Retail’s Top Woman of the Year Award. The award recognizes a woman leader in...
Mary Ellen Coyne, most recently the CEO of J.McLaughlin, was named the CEO and president of women’s apparel retailer J.Jill on Feb. 27, replacing Claire Spofford, who is retiring at the end of April. Coyne, a Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) member, has over three decades of experience in the retail sector. At J.McLaughlin,...
