Retailers

PetMed Express Welcomes Jodi Watson and Peter Cobb to Its Board of Directors

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Aug. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PetMed Express, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETS) is delighted to report that Jodi Watson and Peter Cobb have been elected to the PetMed Express, Inc. Board of Directors as new independent directors.

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  • DELRAY BEACH, Fla., Aug. 02, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- PetMed Express, Inc. (NASDAQ: PETS) is delighted to report that Jodi Watson and Peter Cobb have been elected to the PetMed Express, Inc. Board of Directors as new independent directors.
  • Ms. Watson has held global leadership roles with companies such as Petco, Wolverine Worldwide, Pottery Barn, Williams-Sonoma and Eddie Bauer.
  • She currently works as a CMO, board member and consultant with private equity, venture capital, start-ups and publicly traded companies.
  • "We are excited to have both Jodi and Peter join our Board," said Dr. Gian Fulgoni, Board Chairman.

The Salvation Army and Walmart Rally Communities to "Stuff the Bus"

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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From August 6-8, The Salvation Army and Walmart are joining forces for a nationwide school supply drive to help give students from less advantaged families an equal chance to excel.

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  • From August 6-8, The Salvation Army and Walmart are joining forces for a nationwide school supply drive to help give students from less advantaged families an equal chance to excel.
  • The Salvation Army's "Stuff the Bus" program will take place at participating Walmart stores across the country.
  • Walmart and The Salvation Army have partnered for more than 30 years to help meet the needs of local communities.
  • The Salvation Army continues to evolve its services to provide low-income families with academic assistance and supplies, enrichment activities and food.

CVS Health, Target & Walmart Together Launch In-store Pilots & Tests of New Design Solutions to Combat Plastic Waste

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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The partnership among leading retailers' different stores sets an exciting precedent; collaboration will help accelerate pathways to scale and help address the systemic challenge of plastic bag waste.

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  • The partnership among leading retailers' different stores sets an exciting precedent; collaboration will help accelerate pathways to scale and help address the systemic challenge of plastic bag waste.
  • In addition to the in-store pilots, other winning solutions from the Beyond the Bag Challenge will be piloted and tested in different contexts.
  • Minimizing plastic waste, in particular, depends on collaboration and cooperation across the retail industry," says Jane Ewing, Senior Vice President of Sustainability at Walmart.
  • Closed Loop Partners' Center for the Circular Economy launched the initiative with Founding Partners CVS Health, Target and Walmart.

The Vitamin Shoppe® Launches in South Korea with E-commerce Site and Online Marketplaces

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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SECAUCUS, N.J., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- The Vitamin Shoppe®, an omni-channel specialty retailer of nutritional products, today announced its expansion into South Korea with the launch of www.vitaminshoppe.kr, a directly-owned and operated e-commerce business. South Korean consumers can now easily access an extensive array of The Vitamin Shoppe's trusted health and wellness products, delivered directly from the United States, with door-to-door shipping in three days on average to anywhere in South Korea.

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  • Additionally, The Vitamin Shoppe has launched branded digital storefronts on 20 leading online marketplaces in South Korea, including 11st, Auction, Coupang, Domeggook, G9, Gmarket, Interpark, Lotte, Naver, Qoo10, Shinsegae, Smelchi, and more.
  • Sharon Leite, CEO of The Vitamin Shoppe, commented: "South Korea is one of the largest e-commerce markets in the world serving a digitally-savvy population, which aligns perfectly with our online launch strategy.
  • We look forward to adding brands, products, and services in South Korea as The Vitamin Shoppe continues to grow its international footprint in new growth markets."
  • Currently available in South Korea are The Vitamin Shoppe's proprietary brands, including The Vitamin Shoppe, Vthrive The Vitamin Shoppe, BodyTech, BodyTech Elite, fitfactor Weight Management System, fitfactor KETO, plnt, ProBioCare, and True Athlete.

Bed Bath & Beyond And Safely Announce An Exclusive Retail Partnership To Bring The Next Generation Of Cleaning Products To American Homes

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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UNION, N.J., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) today announced an exclusive retail partnership with Safely, a line of luxuriously scented and high-quality home care & cleaning products.

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  • UNION, N.J., Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (NASDAQ: BBBY) today announced an exclusive retail partnership with Safely, a line of luxuriously scented and high-quality home care & cleaning products.
  • "Bed Bath & Beyond shares our mission of providing high quality products at an accessible price point.
  • That's why I'm thrilled to partner with this unparalleled brand and bring Safely into the homes of countless more American families," said co-founder Kris Jenner.
  • "Working with Bed Bath & Beyond has allowed Safely to live out the mission of bringing safe, affordable, and beautiful cleaning products into every American home."

DICK'S Sporting Goods Second Quarter Results Call Scheduled for August 25th

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) will announce results for the second quarter of fiscal 2021 before the market opens on Wednesday, August 25th.

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  • PITTSBURGH, Aug. 2, 2021 /PRNewswire/ --DICK'S Sporting Goods, Inc. (NYSE: DKS) will announce results for the second quarter of fiscal 2021 before the market opens on Wednesday, August 25th.
  • A conference call to discuss the results will be held that day at 10:00 a.m. Eastern Time.
  • The call is being webcast and can be accessed at DICK'S Sporting Goods' Investor Relations website at investors.DICKS.com .
  • Founded in 1948, DICK'S Sporting Goods is a leading omni-channel sporting goods retailer offering an extensive assortment of authentic, high-quality sports equipment, apparel, footwear and accessories.

Meijer Reveals Trends for Going Back to School in Style

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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On the other hand, their students are more focused on the supplies and accessories that were skipped over last year.

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  • On the other hand, their students are more focused on the supplies and accessories that were skipped over last year.
  • Sporty and outdoorsy: For students into sports like soccer, football and basketball, Adidas, Champion and Under Armour are top trends.
  • High Sierra and Columbia backpacks are also popular for students interested in a more outdoorsy, bohemian style.
  • About Meijer: Meijer is a Grand Rapids, Mich.-based retailer that operates more than 257 supercenters and grocery stores throughout Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Kentucky and Wisconsin.

Shaking Up Distribution: ePallet Adds Former Whole Foods Market Senior Executive to Its Board of Directors

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Monday, August 2, 2021
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Schall, who has more than three decades of senior management experience with a number of leading food companies, will collaborate closely with ePallet's executive team.

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  • Schall, who has more than three decades of senior management experience with a number of leading food companies, will collaborate closely with ePallet's executive team.
  • The company offers a wide selection of natural, organic, specialty, and conventional food, beverage, and other consumer products, with no hidden costs.
  • By adding him to ePallet's Board, we will receive key insights from his successful career as a brand builder, merchant and operating executive.
  • Currently Managing Director of Focal Point Partners, Mike most recently served as Senior Coordinator for the Global Growth & Business Development Team at Whole Foods Market.

Navient names Michael Lawson as new board member

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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WILMINGTON, Del., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Michael Lawson, a well-respected attorney, public servant and civil rights leader, has been appointed to the Navient board of directors, effective Aug. 2, 2021.

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  • WILMINGTON, Del., July 29, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Michael Lawson, a well-respected attorney, public servant and civil rights leader, has been appointed to the Navient board of directors, effective Aug. 2, 2021.
  • We are excited to have Michael join the Navient board and believe he will be an excellent addition with his unique expertise in law, transportation and civil rights, said Linda Mills, chair of the Navient board of directors.
  • Before that, Lawson served on the Board of Airport Commissioners for Los Angeles World Airports.
  • Lawson is married to Mattie McFadden Lawson, a graduate of Howard University and the Harvard University John F. Kennedy School of Government.

Wegmans Announces Plan to Open Manhattan Store in 2023

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Thursday, July 29, 2021
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The Manhattan Wegmans, scheduled to open in the second half of 2023, will be located at Vornados 770 Broadway, the former site of the Astor Place Kmart.

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  • The Manhattan Wegmans, scheduled to open in the second half of 2023, will be located at Vornados 770 Broadway, the former site of the Astor Place Kmart.
  • Wegmans opened its first NYC store in the Brooklyn Navy Yard in October of 2019.
  • We are delighted to be part of bringing the beloved Wegmans to Manhattan, said Steven Roth, Vornados Chairman and Chief Executive Officer.
  • Im confident Wegmans commitment to community will serve their new neighbors in Manhattan well and foster a positive experience.