Orchard Brands Lays Off 33
Due to ongoing integration of women’s apparel catalogers Willow Ridge and Bedford Fair Lifestyles, 33 people were laid off on Nov. 16, according to Orchard Brands spokesperson Denise Deschenes
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Thanksgiving Weekend Marks Strong Start to Shopping Season
Golfsmith senior vice president-direct to consumer Steve Larkin would not reveal financial data or sales percentage over last year, but he says promoting sales and communicating through its Facebook and Twitter channels helped. Here’s what else worked for Golfsmith and other merchants who reported strong Black Friday and Cyber Monday results.
J. Crew Sold, Unhappy Shareholders Launch Investigations
Apparel cataloger/merchant J. Crew Group announced today that it will be acquired by funds affiliated with TPG Capital and Leonard Green & Partners for $43.50 per share in cash, or a total of nearly $3 billion. Shortly after the company announced the deal, several law firms issued statements indicating they are investigating the deal on behalf of J. Crew’s shareholders.
UPS Announces Rate Increases for 2011
UPS announced rate increases for 2011, which equate to about a 7.5% hike for most shippers, according to Rob Martinez, president/CEO of Transult
Plow & Hearth Launches WinterthurStore.com
Home decor merchant Plow and Hearth has added a new brand to its online stable: WinterthurStore.com. And it plans to mail a print catalog to accompany the Website in the spring
New Dimensional Weight Factor to Boost Shipping Costs
A new factor in determining dimensional weight to calculate delivery charges on ground shipments will add significant costs for most parcel shippers.
USPS Announces New Shipping Products, Prices for 2011
The U.S. Postal Service announced price increases and new products for its shipping services next year, effective Jan. 2.
New Poly Letter Wrap Product for Catalogers
The U.S. Postal Service’s new business plan calls on customers and stakeholders to provide it with creative ideas that keep mail an attractive communications tool
USPS Appeals PRC’s Exigent Case Ruling
The U.S. Postal Service isn