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April 29, 2024

A Message to Brands From Gen Z: Multiculturalism Matters

Younger consumers — who will be the major shopping influencers in the not-too-distant future — are noting that multicultural and diverse voices are impacting their buying preferences, including home furnishings.

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April 28, 2024

FTC Bans Non-Compete Agreements in New Ruling

The rule came with a 3-2 vote, with dissenting commissioners calling the rule “unlawful” and unlikely to survive a legal challenge.

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April 26, 2024

15 Sales Reps Celebrated as Top Partners in the Nation | 2024 Retailer Excellence Awards

As part of the 73rd Retailer Excellence Awards, these professionals are the finalists for five regional Sales Representative of the Year awards.

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April 26, 2024

Road Runners, Boutique Hub Team Up to ‘Empower Retailers’ With Resources

Sales rep agency Road Runners is partnering with The Boutique Hub to provide specialty retailers with greater access to education, networking.

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April 25, 2024

Do Any Online Marketing? You Need to Know About Google’s Latest Third-Party Cookie Phase Out Delay

Fair competition concerns from U.K. regulators means that Google's Chrome browser will hold on to its cookies, for now.

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April 25, 2024

Merchants Beg Card Industry to ‘Stop Gouging American Consumers’ as Swipe Fee Costs Rise

With swipe fees costing the average household more than $1,100 last year, merchants urge the passing of the Credit Card Competition Act.

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April 25, 2024

How Much Are Moms Worth? Survey Says $33.5 Billion

Consumers are expected to spend near-record numbers on moms for Mother's Day, according to a National Retail Federation survey.

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April 25, 2024

This Mattel Alum Just Got Rehired to Help Lead the Company’s Fisher-Price Brand

Brian Fitzharris returns to Mattel following a stint at PlayMonster where he served as the company's chief commercial officer.