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An Interview with Build-A-Bear’s CEO

Build-A-Bear Workshop is the very popular and highly interactive multichannel retailer that appeals to adults and children of almost any age.   Recently, Build-A-Bear’s new CEO Sharon sat down for an interview about her career with Patricia R. Olsen of … Continue reading

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Video Clips on Retailing

Check out my video clips on retailing. 🙂 Be Careful with No Interest Purchases Buying Merchandise from a Firm in Bankruptcy Career Search Requires Planning Online Shopping  Retail Mergers Wal-Mart  

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Every Retailer Needs a Technology Plan — Even Small Ones

As Nelly Yusupova, founder of TechSpeak for Entrepreneurs, discusses in this video clip: “Having access to the right information in a time of crisis is essential, and a technology plan allows for key information to be shared among employees.”   … Continue reading

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