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Brad Hileman of Meijer on Web Site Redesign

Posted on May 18, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Meijer is a Midwestern  retail chain that operates more than 200 combination stores (hypermarkets). Here is a 30-minute presentation from the firm’s Brad Hileman on how to redesign a Web site.  

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Retailers and Their Designer-Partners

Posted on May 17, 2013 by bermanevansretail

One way that many retailers have attempted to stand out in today’s crowded marketplace is to arrange exclusive deals with designers. This enables the retailers to carry merchandise lines that are exclusive to them. Thus, even the competition for designer-partners … Continue reading →

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Darden Restaurants: A Great Place to Work

Posted on May 16, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Have you heard of Darden Restaurants? Chances are that many of you have not. Heard of Red Lobster, Olive Garden, LongHorn Steakhouse, or Capital Grille? Chances are that most ofe you have heard of at least one of these restaurant … Continue reading →

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