| January 11, 2012 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- Urban Outfitters CEO resigns
Glen Senk has resigned as CEO and board chairman at Urban Outfitters, to be succeeded by co-founder and President Richard Hayne, the company said Tuesday. Senk, who joined the company as president of Anthropologie in 1994, said he's leaving to "pursue other opportunities." The Wall Street Journal (1/10), Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (1/10)       | Learn How Walmart is Using Analytics to Make Better Decisions
In retail, the key to success lies in knowing the true incremental benefit of any idea or program. By scientifically testing new ideas, retailers can understand which ones work, which ones don't, and which ones will work if fine-tuned. Executives from Wal-Mart and APT will discuss how to successfully use Test & Learn to de-risk high impact ideas. Click for an invitation. | - Fossil to pay $236.9 million for Skagen Designs
Fossil plans to add a host of new accessories to its wholesale offerings with the acquisition of Nevada-based Skagen Designs, in a cash and stock deal valued at $236.9 million. Skagen makes watches, jewelry, sunglasses and clocks; Fossil brands are available at a wide range of retailers from Nordstrom and Neiman Marcus to Target and Wal-Mart. New York Post (1/10)  - Denim brands expand their Facebook fan bases
The number of Facebook "Likes" for jeans brands almost tripled, to 17.6 million, last year, led by Levi's and Guess in the top two spots, according to Stylophane's monthly Facebook Fashion Index. Strong Facebook fan bases help cultivate long-term brand loyalty, but may not encourage fans to make immediate purchases, says Stylophane partner Alex Mendoza. Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (1/10) - Nutrition-ranking firms become popular with supermarkets
More supermarkets are turning to nutrition-ranking firms such as NuVal and Guiding Stars for scores and shelf tags. Guiding Stars uses a three-star scale, while NuVal ranks food nutrition from 1 to 100. Both provide information that can help consumers make healthful food choices, said officials with ranking companies and retailers. USA TODAY (1/10)  | Inside-ERP experts have new research on the state of the ERP market today. Read this brief to understand the ERP market and how it affects your business. Whether you're considering a new solution or just want to see what’s changed, our brief has you covered. Download the report now! |
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 | Policy & Government Affairs |  |  | | |  | - CEOs of Macy's, NRF urge Obama to support retailers
Retail executives urged President Barack Obama to use his State of the Union address to push Congress on policies that are good for the retail industry and the private sector, in a letter signed by NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay and Macy's CEO and NRF chairman Terry Lundgren. Retailers' top priorities include a bill that would allow states to require online retailers to collect sales tax, corporate tax reform and free trade. Roll Call (free content) (1/10), Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (1/10)  | Consumer Insights Your Brand Needs to Know: Latest Trends in Behavioral Advertising
Learn what brand managers, advertisers, as well as networks, agencies, and publishers need to know about consumer survey insights into behavioral ad serving, also known as interest-based advertising. Learn more today! |
| NRF News | |  | | - 10 things you (probably) don't know about Retail's BIG Show this year
Free Wi-Fi. Foursquare check-in. An awesome mobile app. The opportunity to pledge your support for our industry. A help desk on the EXPO floor. Even if you're a BIG Show veteran, we guarantee you don't know everything about this year's show -- yet. Check out ten of our favorite elements that are new this year. Read more. - ARTS releases social media blueprint for NRF communities
The Association for Retail Technology Standards, NRF's technology standards division, today announced the release of a Social Retailing Blueprint aimed at helping retailers understand how to leverage social media for their businesses. The blueprint -- free to NRF, Shop.org and ARTS members -- covers topics such as targeted advertising, user-generated content, check-ins, social graph analytics, gamification and social shopping. Learn more.
 | Retailers walk Retail’s BIG Show EXPO for free
Retailers, don’t miss out on your free pass to Retail’s BIG Show EXPO, Jan. 16-17. The EXPO hall hosts 400+ solution providers along with 50+ free sessions featuring Walmart, Polo Ralph Lauren, Macy’s and more. Register for your free pass. | | Chain Restaurant News | | | | - Taco Bell bets on higher-end fare to turn around sales
Taco Bell will add black beans, cilantro rice and other items favored by fans that have abandoned the chain in recent years in favor of fast-casual fare from Chipotle. The chain, which has been working with Miami chef Lorena Garcia to perfect the new dishes, has closed more than 1,000 stores since 2000, while Chipotle has seen significant growth. Bloomberg Businessweek (1/11) - Report: Subway wins the biggest buzz once again
Subway's expanded breakfast program, the promotion of its $5 footlong subs and a variety of other promotions built enough positive buzz about the chain to put it at the top of YouGov's BrandIndex for the second consecutive year. Subway was the only restaurant company to make the top 10 in the index, which tracks media buzz on 1,100 consumer companies. MediaPost Communications/Marketing Daily (1/10) | |  | | Position Title | Company Name | Location | | Retail Analytics Specialist | QuantiSense | Atlanta, GA | | Buyer | Jeans Warehouse | Los Angeles, CA | | Corporate Retail Visual Presentation Manager | Soft Surroundings | St. Louis, MO | | Talent Development Director | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Antonio, TX | | Marketing Director-San Francisco | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Francisco, CA | | Marketing Director | Saks Fifth Avenue | Indianapolis, IN | | Women's Designer Selling Manager | Saks Fifth Avenue | Cincinnati, OH | | Fifth Avenue Club Director | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Antonio, TX | | Assistant General Manager Merchandise | Saks Fifth Avenue | Boca Raton, FL | | Assistant General Manager Merchandise | Saks Fifth Avenue | Sarasota, FL | | Talent Development Director | Saks Fifth Avenue | Atlanta, GA | | Pricing Analyst | Barnes & Noble, Inc. | New York, NY | | Assistant (Associate) Buyers - Brick & Mortar and Ecommerce | Kohl's Department Stores | Milwaukee, WI | | Merchandise Planner-Contemporary | Saks Fifth Avenye | New York , NY | | Regional Manager (West) | Perry Ellis International | Dallas, TX | | Sales Associate - RTW Women's WEAR/Contemporary | Saks Fifth Avenue | Tampa, FL | | Buyer - Maternity/Petite Sportswear | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Mens Sweater Buyer | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Senior Merchant, Fine Jewelry | Kohl's Department Stores | Milwaukee, WI | | Buyer - Shoes | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Assistant Controller | Brooks Brothers | Enfield, CT | | VP DMM Ladies Shoes | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Director of Digital Marketing Strategy | The Limited | Columbus, OH | | VP DMM Boys | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Logistics Manager | Spencer Gifts/Spirit Halloween | Egg Harbor Township, NJ | | | Click here to view more job listings. | | |
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