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The Sill expands into outdoor plants, gardening products

The brand, which became known for its houseplants, has added flowering trees, shrubs, fertilizers, tools and more to its assortment.

New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’

Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.

Ulta Beauty teams with Pact Collective on fleetwide recycling program

The Beauty Dropoff will be available at all of the retailer’s locations and encourages shoppers to drop off clean, empty product containers.

Guitar Center names chief merchandising & marketing officer

Kristin Shane will fill the role effective immediately, where she will be responsible for product, promotions, visual merchandising, omni-channel experience and activations.

AliExpress upgrades U.S. customer experience

An international online marketplace owned by Chinese retail giant Alibaba Group is targeting U.S. shoppers.

Zenni centralizes product information management

Zenni Optical is helping ensure consistent and accurate product data across its enterprise.

FabFitFun acquires PupBox from Petco

The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.

Kohl’s expands home goods assortment by 40%

The department store sees opportunity despite stubborn declines in the market since the height of the pandemic.