People in the News

07/20/2011 - 14:05
Walmart, Walgreens, Supervalu join First Lady to combat food deserts

First Lady Michelle Obama on Wednesday afternoon will be joined by corporate chiefs from Walmart, Walgreens and Supervalu and smaller regional market chains as she announces a new initiative to support the Let's Move! campaign, according to a Monday posting on the blog site Obama Foodorama.

07/20/2011 - 12:39
Long-time JCPenney marketing chief retires

JCPenney said Tuesday that its veteran marketing chief Mike Boylson has retired from the company.

07/20/2011 - 12:30
Staples names new CIO

Staples has announced the promotion of Christine Putur to CIO. In her new role, Putur will have global responsibility for information technology strategy and execution.

07/20/2011 - 11:58
Reality TV personality expands Bongo partnership

Reality TV star Audrina Patridge will continue her partnership with Iconix Brand Group and will appear in a television commercial for the company's Bongo brand, which is sold exclusively at Kmart and Sears.

07/20/2011 - 10:03
'Modern Family' star goes back-to-school with Staples

Staples announced that television star Rico Rodriguez will star in the retailer's new back-to-school campaign.

07/19/2011 - 14:56
Mark Tuffin takes reins at Smith's

Kroger banner Smith's has a new president.

07/19/2011 - 11:39
Licensing association names new board members

The International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association (LIMA) has announced the addition of six new members to the board of directors.

07/18/2011 - 16:39
Reports: Coca-Cola taps Lewis as new SVP marketing

In her new role, Lewis will oversee integrated marketing communications, multicultural marketing and consumer and shopper insights, according to reports.

07/18/2011 - 16:21
Gwen Stefani kids line coming to TGT

A new infant through tween apparel line from Gwen Stefani called Harajuku Mini for Target is slated to hits stores this fall, according to various media reports of an interview the singer did with Women’s Wear Daily. Prices are expected to range from $3.99 to $39.99.

07/18/2011 - 12:26
Sports Chalet founder Norbert Olberz dies

Long-time sporting goods industry executive Norbert Olberz, 86, who founded Sports Chalet in 1959, died of natural causes last Friday the company announced on Sunday.

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