Tag: Diversity

February 2, 2021

Ulta Beaut announced in a press release its commitment to foster broader diversity, equity, and inclusion by spending over $25 million to amplify brands, adjust merchandise assortment, promote Black voices, and create welcoming guest and associate experiences. Mary Dillon, CEO […]

November 12, 2020

A Target store near its Minneapolis headquarters gained national attention in May when it was looted after the videotaped death of George Floyd drew national attention to excessive force by law enforcement officers in Black communities and racial inequality across […]

September 24, 2020

A Bloomberg article on Walmart tells the story of an unintended consequence that arose as a result of the retailer’s commitment to greater gender diversity. Walmart, in 2009, faced a glaring disparity between the percentage of women it had in […]

September 24, 2020

Acceleration of e-commerce, diversity, and customer-centricity were the topics on the agenda earlier this month at the 2020 World Retail Congress. Executives from companies including Walgreens, Levi’s, and Tommy Hilfiger met virtually to talk about trends and issues. The World […]

June 12, 2020

Many companies are making pledges to address a lack of diversity and inclusion, take action against inequalities in pay and promotions, and provide funding to black communities. Adidas recently pledged to work on its diversity and inclusion efforts but some […]