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Mary Portas: A Woman’s Apparel Shop That Is Right on Target

Watch this video with Mary Portas who describes her very appealing merchandising philosophy, her emphasis on customer service, and her use of experiential retailing.    

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Will Intel’s Magic Mirror Change Apparel Shopping?

Intel is widely recognized for the microchips that are used in computers and other high-tech products around the world. But did you know that it is also involved with a number of other emerging innovations, such as its Magic Mirror? As … Continue reading

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Angie Hicks: Angie’s List Founder

In 1995, Angie Hicks founded Angie’s List, as a small company that helped its customers find the best service business to solve a particular issue (such as a plumbing leak or a car repair). Today, Hicks remains as the company’s chief marketing … Continue reading

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