  | September 23, 2011 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- NRF CEO speaks out on the need for corporate tax reform
 U.S. retailers are among the companies that pay the highest corporate tax rate, symbolizing a broken system that puts them at a disadvantage when it comes to competing globally and creating jobs, NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said in this interview with Fox News on Thursday. "There is general agreement among people on both sides of the political aisle and members of the Administration that it's time to fix this." Retail's BIG Blog (9/23)       | John Jantsch invites you to go local
As customers continue to rely on the Web to help them screen local businesses, local businesses must take steps to ensure that they pop to the top of online searches. Duct Tape Marketing's John Jantsch offers strategies for local marketing success in this free white paper from American Express OPEN, How to Win at the Local Marketing Game. Download your free copy now, exclusively for SmartBrief readers. |
 - Express makes cautious entry into Canada, CEO says
Express President and CEO Michael Weiss said the U.S.-based apparel chain carefully considered how it would price its wares in Canada before opening its first store in the country. "We looked at this very carefully," he said. Weiss' comments come as Canadian consumers complain about the prices at other foreign retail chains. Weiss noted that certain market conditions in Canada make it necessary to charge higher prices. Financial Post (Canada) (9/22) - Rebecca Taylor expands her retail presence
Designer Rebecca Taylor is expanding her retail presence with five new stores this year and eight more planned for 2012. Her 1,800-square-foot West Coast flagship slated to open Nov. 1 in Los Angeles, will feature more denim and casual looks from the designer known for tailored suits and flirty dresses. Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (9/22)  | You may be considering a cloud computing solution or in the midst of specifying one or even implementing a solution. Read this paper to see what IBM discovered about how companies like yours are adopting, implementing and using cloud computing solutions. Learn about the current rate of adoption, drivers, barriers, and considerations that are influencing the adoption of cloud computing. |
 - Missoni fever raises the specter of eBay resellers
Target's Missoni launch last week crashed the website and made it impossible for some customers to buy, but that didn't stop others who snagged goods and put them up for sale on eBay at higher prices the same day. Target says it won't limit purchases to deter resellers, but Saks, Abercrombie & Fitch and others put caps on orders. "Retailers are happy the demand is there, but the supply is limited, so they want to accommodate as many people as possible," said NRF's Joe LaRocca. USA TODAY (9/22) - Study: Wealthy fashionistas are spending less
High-end consumers spent less on luxury apparel, jewelry and accessories in the first half of the year, but average consumers are helping to make up the difference for the first time since the economy tanked in 2008, according to a report from American Express Business Insights. CNBC (9/22) - Faux fur heats up this winter from Kohl's to Prada
Faux fur is hot across many price points this season, from Jennifer Lopez' line at Kohl's to $780 Prada boots, driven by a combination of manufacturers' need to cut costs and a desire to appeal to consumers' social conscience. Some industry analysts wonder whether luxury brands can win with synthetic fabrics. "Prada has to be thinking if it can pull off faux fur under the umbrella of its best in class luxury name, it's a financial win-win," said analyst Brian Sozzi. CNBC (9/22)  |  |  | | Your customers move fast. Can your POS keep up?
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 - Have in-store and online reached equality?
Retailers gathered for the Shop.org Annual Summit recently expressed a variety of views on whether their online retail efforts have reached parity with in-store commerce, writes one editor who attended. "For every retailer that I spoke with that said there was absolutely no longer a caste system in place ... there was another who felt online, while making strides, was still struggling for equality." InternetRetailer.com (9/22)  | Are you keeping up with the changing world of employee health care? Get The Basics of Employee Health Care for Small Business: A Guide to Creating a Company Benefit Plan, and find out what you need to know today. There's no obligation. Click to download a complimentary whitepaper. |
 
| NRF News |  |  | | - Does Wal-Mart v. Dukes change anything -- or everything?
It made headlines when the Supreme Court blocked a huge class-action suit against Wal-Mart earlier this year, but what are the implications for retailers? Retail HR executives will team up with legal experts to share insights into this landmark Class Action case and discuss what this means for future litigation at the NRF Human Resources Executives Summit, Oct. 11 to 13 in Dallas. Registration is complimentary for NRF retail members and $595 for non-members. Learn more.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - Starbucks plans to boost number of locations in Germany
Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz said the company's presence in Germany would be "doubled or tripled" in coming years, up from the current 150 coffee shops. He said the company may sell more locally made bakery items and other foods that appeal to German tastes. Reuters (9/22) | |  | | Position Title | Company Name | Location | | Director of Planning and Allocation | LittleMissMatched | New York, NY | | Merchandise Manager | Party City | Rockaway, NJ | | Payroll Manager | Party City | Rockaway, NJ | | Shopper Marketing and Retail Promotions Director | Two West Inc. | Nationwide, United States | | Vice President, Business Development | Confidential | Akron, OH | | Associate Merchant - Direct Import | OFFICE DEPOT | Boca Raton, FL | | Sales Associate Career Days at Saks Fifth Avenue- Dallas, TX! | Saks Fifth Avenue | Dallas, TX | | Account Manager | SPANX, Inc | Atlanta, GA | | SALES ASSOCIATE | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | Hackensack, NJ | | Sales Associate- Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Desert | Saks Fifth Avenue | Palm Desert, CA | | Sales Associate - Sales Support (stock) - Personal Shopper - Career Day | Saks Fifth Avenue | McLean, VA | | Various Retail Opportunities within | Deloitte Consulting LLP | Multiple Locations, United States | | Corporate Counsel - Employment Law | Ross Stores | Pleasanton, CA | | Vice President of Distribution and Logistics | Sleep Experts | Dallas, TX | | MDSR Buyer-Fashion | Meijer | Grand Rapids, MI | | ASSET PROTECTION ASSOCIATE | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | BAL HARBOUR, FL | | Fashion Buyer | Target | Minneapolis, MN | | Replenishment Manager | Headquarters, MCCS | Quantico, VA | | REGIONAL RECRUITING MANAGER | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | ATLANTA, GA | | Buyer (Lawn & Garden/Seasonal/Trim-A-Tree) | Navy Exchange Service Command | Virginia Beach, VA | | Location Director - Home Delivery Organic and Natural Food | Suburban Organics | Ottsville, PA | | Regional Director | Francesca's Collections | Philadelphia, PA | | SALES ASSOCIATES | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | NEW YORK, NY | | SALES ASSOCIATES | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | GREENWICH, CT | | Sales Associate Career Day at South Coast Plaza | Saks Fifth Avenue | Costa Mesa, CA | | | Click here to view more job listings. | | |
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