Pepper, a bra company that celebrates small-chested women cup sizes AA – B, is one of many bra companies whose sales have skyrocketed since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic. The intimates industry is booming, specifically for wire-free and sports bra styles, as women decide that comfort should be a top priority when it comes...
There’s a pent-up demand to shop now that the COVID-19 pandemic has subsided in many regions across the country. It’s clear that people have missed the social connection and thrill that comes with retail therapy. Larger retailers, including Walmart, Target, and The Home Depot, have already benefited from this retail bonanza, seeing first-quarter revenues 15...
Imagine the chaos that would be a team without a coach. Sure, everyone knows how to play the game and they’re familiar with their own skill sets, yet it would be absurd to set them lose without some coaching. Why are we so quick to hire a personal trainer for our fitness, but put off...
OK you beautiful women leaders, this one’s for you. Your gentlemen friends are, of course, welcome to read, but be forewarned, they may have a few questions for you afterwards. (Two wink emojis, followed by one shocked emoji, and a giggle.) Let me just start with the elephant. By now, we leaders are not only...
In order to meet the expectations of an increasingly social-minded consumer base, retailers need to look inward and evaluate their current company cultures and diversity and inclusion practices. This was discussed at the National Retail Federation’s Retail Converge virtual event during a session titled, Pursuit of a Diverse and Inclusive Workplace. A big topic of conversation...
Women in Retail Leadership Circle wants your input! We’d like to know what leaders you believe should be honored in our 11th annual Top Women in Retail report. This annual report features leading women executives in the retail industry. Considering the challenging year-plus for so many in the industry, strong leadership has never been more...
It’s that time of year again. Women in Retail Leadership Circle (WIRLC) wants your input on the leaders that should be honored in our 11th annual Top Women in Retail report. This annual feature highlights leading women executives in the retail industry. Considering the challenging year-plus for so many in the industry, strong leadership has...
Mi Nguyen is the director of global sourcing and product management for Petmate, a manufacturer and distributor of brands in the pet space. Prior to joining Petmate, Mi worked in global sourcing for Pier 1 Imports and J.C. Penney. Mi is a new Women in Retail Leadership Circle member! We asked her a series of...
There’s a lot to look forward to right now: Getting out to meet with friends and family as the country finally begins to open up; summer Fridays; a long-overdue vacation. At Women in Retail Leadership Circle, the thing we’re most excited about is getting back together for the upcoming Women in Retail Leadership Summit, taking...
With vaccination rates rising and many state and local governments lifting what’s left of COVID-related restrictions, employers are tasked with devising plans for the return of employees to their corporate offices and headquarters. However, the challenge of bringing employees back into the office in a safe and positive manner is fairly complex process, with many...
