November 16,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry 
Walmart announces that its CEO, Doug McMillon, will retire on Jan. 31, 2026, after a more than 10-year run leading the retail giant.
November 16,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
IKEA Canada announces a new Plan and order point in Gatineau, Quebec. Located at 1100 boulevard Maloney Ouest, the Plan and order point will open in 2026 and be the sixth such location in the province (13th across Canada), marking an important step in the home furnishing retailer's journey to bring IKEA closer to the many Quebecers.
November 16,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
As retailers seek smarter ways to engage shoppers, Symphony Sleep® is validating its point-of-sale (POS) video strategy with compelling consumer research showing that in-store video not only drives engagement but also influences purchasing decisions.
November 15,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
The International Home Furnishings Industry (IHFI) group of City of Hope has announced that Javier Sanchez, president and CEO of Jonathan Louis, will be honored at the 2026 West Coast Golf, Tennis & Pickleball Tournament, to be held June 8, at the Coto de Caza Golf & Racquet Club in California.
November 15,
2025 by Karen Parrish in Business Strategy, Industry
Buster + Punch and GROHE SPA have partnered to make it easier for architects and designers to create cohesive, high-end bathroom spaces. The collaboration introduces a fully integrated collection in which fixtures, hardware, and lighting align in finish, detailing, and design aesthetic. The Buster + Punch x GROHE SPA collection debuts at the World Architecture Festival in Miami, Nov. 12–14, 2025.