Is athletic apparel in danger of overfilling its niche? I discuss three of the major players in this retail area and how they are responding to the market in the latest edition of Retail Rap, my twice-monthly retail column for Chain Store Age. In past columns, I have talked about restaurant group think and the […]
Retail Rap
Think Small?
Bigger is not always better, and retailers across the board are beginning to realize that. In the latest edition of Retail Rap, I discuss the downsizing trend and how it is catching on with specialty shops as well as big-box stores. In past columns, I’ve spent time discussing how supermarkets and big-box retailers are successfully […]
O, Supermarkets
Mall supermarkets have been a trend in Canada for decades, but have failed to pick up in the states. In my latest edition of Retail Rap, I offer my views on why the trend hasn’t caught on here. What’s interesting to me is that mall supermarkets have been a reality in Canada for 40 or […]
Nobody’s Perfect
In my most recent Retail Rap column, I take a look back at some of the retail trends that I misjudged at the time. Success is great, but missteps can offer great learning experiences and keep me humble. It’s always satisfying to look back and enjoy your professional successes. While I see nothing wrong with […]
‘Plugging in’ to Outlets
Many retailers are pursuing Outlet Shopping options in favor of traditional retail stores, but I’m not sure if this is the best option for many retailers. In my latest Retail Rap column, I share my thoughts on the latest outlet trend. The retail real estate community has a tendency to dive into a trend head […]
Turning the Page on Bookstores
It’s no secret that big booksellers like Borders and Barnes & Noble are experiencing financial difficulties, but I believe this presents small bookstores with a unique opportunity that I discuss in the latest edition of Retail Rap, my twice-monthly column with Chain Store Age. With bookselling giants like Barnes & Noble losing money and closing […]
