Richard Collings
Richard Collings is a retail reporter at Adweek. He previously reported on retail and consumer products at publications such as The Deal and The Street.
Abercrombie & Fitch Teams With Megan Rapinoe to Tackle Mental Health
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
The brand has gone from "most hated" to perhaps one of the most progressive when it comes to diversity, equity and inclusion.
Nike and Adobe Challenge College Students to Reimagine the Customer Journey
Retail
The two are teaming up for the software company's annual analytics competition.
Panera Aims to Satisfy Changing Diner Habits With New Pizza Offering
Brand Marketing
The chain wants to be as synonymous with flatbread pizza as it is with soups and salads.
How Walmart Plans to Become a Force for Good
Retail
The retail giant put in place a number of initiatives this year to improve its record on the environment and diversity.
Why Banana Republic Is Running Its First TV Ad Campaign in 15 Years
Brand Marketing
With more eyes glued to televisions, the retailer saw a chance to reach a bigger audience.
Klarna Tempts Gamers With Free Tech Gear as Part of Its Latest Campaign
The payments provider will air 2 live events on Twitch to give players a shot at winning with a possible assist from Snoop Dogg or Lil Yachty.
Shapewear Marketplace Shapermint Harnesses the Power of Television to Boost Traffic
The direct-to-consumer company was founded in 2018 and is already on track to achieve $170 million in sales this year.
Starbucks Sets Diversity Benchmarks to Advance Social and Racial Equity
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
Starbucks sets new diversity benchmarks.
ThirdLove Creates TL Effect Program to Support Women Entrepreneurs of Color
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
DTC brand is elevating underserved female business owners with grants and mentorship.
Dunkin’ Is Scaring Mouths With a Spicy Ghost Pepper Donut in Time for Halloween
The chain is capitalizing on customers' hankering for all things spicy.
Would You Like to Know the Carbon Footprint of Your Meal?
Brand Marketing
Transparency is part of Panera's initiatives to reduce greenhouse emissions.
How DTC Brand Cuts Clothing Became the Breakout Hit for Players in the NBA ‘Bubble’
Brand Marketing
By the time the L.A. Lakers were crowned champions, several dozen athletes were wearing the apparel brand's clothing.
The Layaway Is Back for Macy’s in New Deal With Fintech Firm Klarna
A continuing digital evolution in search of younger shoppers.
Kroger Is the Latest Entrant in the Rapidly Growing Ghost Kitchen Segment
Kroger, the largest supermarket chain in the U.S. and second largest food retailer, is expanding into the ghost kitchen category, going up against a field of startups and delivery service [...]
In the Battle for Breakfast, McDonald’s Adds New Bakery Items
McDonald’s is adding a new lineup of McCafĂ© Bakery items to its menu, the company said today, the latest salvo in the breakfast wars that are heating up among the [...]
