Tag Archives: ethics

Esty: A New “B”usiness Model

Posted on April 17, 2015 by bermanevansretail

As we’ve written before, Etsy is an innovative retailer. Its company philosophy is described at its Web site: “Etsy is a marketplace where people around the world connect, both online and offline, to make, sell, and buy unique goods, The heart and soul … Continue reading →

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The Most Ethical Retail Firms According to Ethisphere Institute

Posted on March 29, 2015 by bermanevansretail

There are various reports about the most ethical firms in the world. One of the most comprehensive such reports is compiled by the Ethisphere® Institute. According to its Web site: “The Ethisphere® Institute is the global leader in defining and … Continue reading →

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Sales Tax Fairness Revisited

Posted on March 17, 2015 by bermanevansretail

“Sales tax fairness” is a phrase by retail trade associations and numerous store-based retailers. It is intended to motivate Congress to require online retailers to collect sales tax in a manner consistent with store-based retailers. The latter feel that online … Continue reading →

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