Old Navy

Old Navy Introduces 1-Year 'Kid-Proof' Guarantee on Back-to-School Uniform Styles

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

SAN FRANCISCO, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Navy is offering a 1-year guarantee for uniform styles purchased during the upcoming back-to-school season. The retailer will provide a full refund if products don't stand up to the wear and tear of a school year. The 'kid-proof' guarantee is backed by Old Navy's rigorous quality testing and commitment to uncompromising durability.

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  • SAN FRANCISCO, July 26, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Old Navy is offering a 1-year guarantee for uniform styles purchased during the upcoming back-to-school season.
  • The 'kid-proof' guarantee is backed by Old Navy's rigorous quality testing and commitment to uncompromising durability.
  • Designed to endure the rigors of everyday use, Old Navy's uniform styles are constructed for durability with secure stitching, reinforced knees and Built-in-Flex technology to stretch with movement.
  • Online, uniform styles included in the guarantee will be marked with a badge in the online assortment .

U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol Appoints Daren Abney as Executive Director

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Wednesday, July 26, 2023

The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol today announced the appointment of Daren Abney as Executive Director.

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  • The U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol today announced the appointment of Daren Abney as Executive Director.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230726746084/en/
    As Executive Director, Abney will guide the strategic vision and operation of the Trust Protocol.
  • Commenting on Abney’s appointment, Dr. Gary Adams, President of the U.S. Cotton Trust Protocol, said: “We are pleased to welcome Daren as our Executive Director, an industry professional with talent and vision.
  • Climate Smart Cotton Program, a five-year pilot announced as part of the USDA’s Climate Smart initiative where the Trust Protocol serves as the lead.

The Lovesac Company Appoints Carly Kawaja as Chief People Officer

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Monday, July 24, 2023

STAMFORD, Conn., July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Lovesac Company (Nasdaq: LOVE) (“Lovesac” or the “Company”), the home furnishing brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, announced today that Carly Kawaja has been named Chief People Officer (CPO), effective July 17, 2023.

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  • STAMFORD, Conn., July 24, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Lovesac Company (Nasdaq: LOVE) (“Lovesac” or the “Company”), the home furnishing brand best known for its Sactionals, The World's Most Adaptable Couch, announced today that Carly Kawaja has been named Chief People Officer (CPO), effective July 17, 2023.
  • She will report to President and Chief Operating Officer, Mary Fox.
  • Prior to Athleta, from 2006 to 2019, Ms. Kawaja held a variety of human resource leadership positions at consumer companies including Stitch Fix and Old Navy.
  • Winning as a team with the best talent and culture is at the heart of Lovesac and Carly brings a wealth of experience to lead these initiatives.

Old Navy Fuels July 4th Road Trips with Free Gas

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Tuesday, June 20, 2023

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  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230620849988/en/
    Old Navy Fuels July 4th Road Trips with Free Gas (Photo: Business Wire)
    Road trips are a quintessential summer tradition, with nearly 205 million Americans planning a road trip this summer.2 Famous for encouraging family bonding and offering more flexibility than other modes of travel, road trips are consistently the most popular type of travel each year.
  • The average family takes five road trips per year,3 and the average parent will drive over 1,400 miles before considering another mode of transportation.4
    While road trips are a beloved family ritual that spark lifelong memories, travelers have become more hesitant to hit the open road amid high fuel costs.
  • Ahead of the Independence Day holiday, Old Navy will fill the tanks of cars at five RaceTrac stores spanning five states.
  • Old Navy credit card holders will receive double the rewards - two $50 gift cards, totaling $100 in value - as a loyalty perk.8
    Old Navy will also surprise-and-delight social fans with gas cards to power their summer road trips.

THOR URBANA, TO OPEN ‘THE PARK’ THIS SUMMER IN SAN LUIS POTOSI, MEXICO

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Thursday, May 11, 2023

Mexico City, Mexico, May 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thor Urbana, a leading real estate development and investment company with headquarters in Mexico City, is set to open “The Park,” a $1.94 million, 60,000 square meter shopping center with over 140 stores.

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  • Mexico City, Mexico, May 11, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Thor Urbana, a leading real estate development and investment company with headquarters in Mexico City, is set to open “The Park,” a $1.94 million, 60,000 square meter shopping center with over 140 stores.
  • “We understand the importance of strengthening the growth of local economies and promoting the development of the communities where we operate,” said Joe Sitt, Chairman of Thor Equities Group.
  • Jimmy Arakanji, Co-CEO of Thor Urbana added, “With The Park San Luis Potosí, we bring an innovative, beautiful space in addition to generating over 3,000 direct jobs.
  • It is also minutes from the San Luis Potosí convention center and Tangamanga Park.

Gap Inc. Releases 2022 ESG Report, Sharing Progress on Sustainability and Inclusion

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Tuesday, May 9, 2023

Gap Inc.'s ESG strategy is aligned to the pillars of Empowering Women, Enabling Opportunity, and Enriching Communities.

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  • Gap Inc.'s ESG strategy is aligned to the pillars of Empowering Women, Enabling Opportunity, and Enriching Communities.
  • The report covers Gap Inc.'s global operations for fiscal 2022, which ended on January 28, 2023, unless otherwise noted.
  • Our ESG Report and strategy are guided by Gap Inc.'s Material Topics (defined by our latest assessment completed in March 2023).
  • Gap Inc. is committed to the United Nations' Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and Global Compact (UNGC) Ten Principles; this report serves as our Communication on Progress.

Nordstrom Rack Sets Opening Date at The Terrace at Hamilton Place in Chattanooga, Tennessee

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Thursday, March 30, 2023

The 24,000 square-foot store will be Nordstrom Rack’s third location in the state and the fourth Nordstrom concept in Tennessee.

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  • The 24,000 square-foot store will be Nordstrom Rack’s third location in the state and the fourth Nordstrom concept in Tennessee.
  • “We are thrilled to celebrate the opening of Nordstrom Rack at The Terrace at Hamilton Place,” said Stephen Lebovitz, chief executive officer, CBL Properties.
  • “Nordstrom Rack is a perfect complement to the existing tenant mix at Hamilton Place and the surrounding campus.
  • Nordstrom Rack is located at 2100 Hamilton Place Boulevard next to Ulta Beauty, Academy Sports + Outdoors, DSW, and Old Navy.

Optoro Partners with Gap Inc. Logistics to Accelerate Next-Gen Customer Returns Experience and Reverse Supply Chain Innovation

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Optoro’s returns experience features an intuitive online returns portal for initiating returns quickly and easily, instant exchanges, fraud-protected customer keep, box-free, label-free drop-off locations, and more.

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  • Optoro’s returns experience features an intuitive online returns portal for initiating returns quickly and easily, instant exchanges, fraud-protected customer keep, box-free, label-free drop-off locations, and more.
  • Optoro’s Returns Experience can generate CSAT scores of 90+ for customers.1
    Gap Inc. also benefits from Optoro’s returns management software on the back end, which can unlock hidden value through every part of the returns supply chain.
  • “Companies like Gap Inc. are raising the bar for returns,” said Amena Ali, Chief Executive Officer of Optoro.
  • “By taking a holistic approach to returns, we are honored to partner with Gap Inc. to lead the market in delivering the customer experience shoppers want, while being a first mover in supply chain innovation that puts the customer first.

Old Navy Doubles Down on Pockets with Spring Dress Collection

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Tuesday, March 28, 2023

Old Navy is giving women what they want - more dresses with pockets!

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  • Old Navy is giving women what they want - more dresses with pockets!
  • The retailer has doubled the number of dresses with pockets in its new spring collection, answering the rallying cry from women everywhere to provide pocket parity in their clothes.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20230328005069/en/
    Old Navy Doubles Down on Pockets with Spring Dress Collection (Photo: Business Wire)
    Old Navy achieved this paramount pocket milestone in just six months since its holiday collection debut, and is committing to grow their dress assortment with perfectly-placed-pockets even more in its summer collection and beyond, making the styles easily shoppable at www.oldnavy.com/pockets .
  • Women long for the convenience of pockets inherent in menswear with nearly three-quarters of women noting the lack of pocket parity in women’s apparel.

True North Mortgage opens new store in Market Mall Calgary to compete with big banks on hours and rates

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Thursday, March 23, 2023

CALGARY, Alberta, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- True North Mortgage is excited to announce the opening of their newest store location in Market Mall Calgary, conveniently situated beside the kids' play area, across from Old Navy.

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  • CALGARY, Alberta, March 23, 2023 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- True North Mortgage is excited to announce the opening of their newest store location in Market Mall Calgary, conveniently situated beside the kids' play area, across from Old Navy.
  • Now with 11 physical locations across Canada, True North Mortgage feels that their new store — with an inviting, friendly atmosphere — gives home buyers and owners access to lower rates and exceptional mortgage service at hours that work better for them, like evenings and weekends.
  • Dan Eisner, True North Mortgage Founder and CEO, explains, “We do everything possible to bring mortgage savings to where our clients are, in ways that best suit their busy schedules.
  • On your behalf, they quickly check with several accredited lenders and thousands of products to secure your best mortgage deal.