How Tecovas is leveraging AI to improve the store experience

The boot brand is using the tech to help with inventory replenishment and allocation, and foster better interactions between associates and customers.

By Caroline Jansen • March 26, 2026

How Lowe’s creator network is winning over the next generation of shoppers

The home improvement retailer has partnered with content creators like MrBeast to connect with Gen Alpha long before they purchase their first home.

By Caroline Jansen • March 25, 2026

On CEO’s ‘planned hiatus’ comes as a surprise

The sneaker brand is shaking up its C-suite again, less than a year after Martin Hoffmann took over as its sole chief executive.

By Daphne Howland • March 25, 2026

Dollar General CEO Todd Vasos to step down, again

This time, Ahold Delhaize USA executive JJ Fleeman will succeed him as CEO, with Vasos exiting the position in 2027.

By Dani James • March 24, 2026

Simon Property Group CEO David Simon dies at 64

The real estate magnate’s son Eli Simon on Monday took over as CEO and president and will also continue as chief operating officer.

By Daphne Howland • March 23, 2026

Brooks shuffles C-suite as it eyes expansion

The running brand is restructuring to focus global leaders on long-term priorities like market and category expansion.

By Howard Ruben • March 23, 2026

Lands’ End names first chief marketer in nearly a decade

The appointment of Sarah Sylvester, who most recently led marketing for Victoria’s Secret, represents a renewed focus by the retailer on brand building.

By Jessica Hammers • March 17, 2026

Peloton names interim CFO

Chief Accounting Officer Saqib Baig will step into the role following the departure of Liz Coddington.

By Grace Noto • March 16, 2026

The Weekly Closeout: Amazon notches a win against Perplexity, Reebok reenters soccer

The e-commerce giant got a temporary order blocking access for Perplexity’s AI shopping agents, while the athletics brand signed two professional soccer players.

By Retail Dive Staff • March 13, 2026

Vera Bradley names Coach vet CEO

Ian Bickley, previously executive chairman, has been pushing forward the company’s transformation initiatives.

By Kaarin Moore • March 13, 2026

Build-A-Bear CEO to exit

Sharon Price John will retire from the role in June, and Chief Operations and Experience Officer Chris Hurt will step into the top spot. 

By Kaarin Moore • March 12, 2026

Fabletics expands into denim to ride casualization trend

CEO Adam Goldenberg told Retail Dive in January that shoppers expect athletic brands to offer casual products as apparel trends shift.

By Cara Salpini • March 10, 2026

The Brand House Collective COO exits after less than a year

James Schisler resigned from his role while the company is in the process of being acquired by Bed Bath & Beyond Inc.

By Dani James • March 10, 2026

Adidas extends CEO’s contract amid record revenues

Bjørn Gulden has made “tremendous operational and financial progress," according to the board. The retailer’s 2025 revenue reached 24.8 billion euros.

By Cara Salpini • March 5, 2026

Foot Locker exec jumps to REI

Kim Waldmann is now chief commercial officer at the outdoor retailer, which also just brought on former Patagonia CEO Rose Marcario to its board.

By Daphne Howland • March 5, 2026

Williams-Sonoma names chief marketing officer

Abby Teisch, who was already on the retailer’s marketing team, will focus on performance marketing, customer engagement and growth initiatives.

By Howard Ruben • March 4, 2026

Target’s earnings lag in the holiday quarter

The retailer's net sales declined again, with drops across multiple merchandise categories. However, Target expects gains during fiscal 2026 and tapped a chief brand officer.

By Dani James • Updated March 3, 2026

Claire’s taps Walmart, Macy’s vet as merchandising chief

Jillian Cueff is tasked with ensuring the accessories brand remains relevant to Gen Z and Gen Alpha — and their millennial parents.

By Dani James • March 2, 2026

Chewy names CFO

Chris Deppe, who has been with the pet company since 2022, was named to the position after an extensive search. 

By Howard Ruben • Feb. 27, 2026

Shoe Carnival CEO exits

Mark Worden has also resigned from the company’s board. Meanwhile, former CEO Cliff Sifford will step into the top role on an interim basis. 

By Kaarin Moore • Feb. 26, 2026

The Backroom: Walmart and Target are not the same

The team discusses how different the companies are, despite ushering in new executive leadership at the same time.

By Retail Dive Staff • Feb. 26, 2026

Home Depot alum takes Yeti CFO seat

Retail veteran Scott Bomar joins the Austin, Texas-based company as it looks to accelerate international sales momentum.  

By Grace Noto • Feb. 23, 2026

Revlon appoints COO to run global supply chain

Mario Rivera is tasked with driving an end-to-end supply chain transformation for the cosmetics maker after stints at CVS Health and Target.

By Antone Gonsalves • Feb. 18, 2026

Ex-Lululemon chief Calvin McDonald to return to beauty as Wella CEO

The 145-year-old hair care company touted the growth and market share gains that McDonald oversaw at the activewear brand and Sephora.

By Daphne Howland • Feb. 12, 2026

The latest evolution at Victoria’s Secret is an expanded T-shirt bra line

According to Victoria’s Secret Brand President Anne Stephenson, the retailer has updated craftsmanship and is leaning into products that are both comfortable and sexy.

By Dani James • Feb. 11, 2026