New Directions in Marketing Campaigns
Chick-fil-A is opening its first elevated drive-thru restaurant in McDonough, GA. A first-of-its-kind restaurant for Chick-fil-A, the drive-thru only restaurant features four drive-thru lanes and an elevated kitchen with a unique meal transport system. The concept was strategically designed to increase speed-of-service and simplify the drive-thru experience for Guests. The Elevated Drive-Thru restaurant has a […]
Smalls Sliders, the cheeseburger slider brand disrupting the QSR industry with its record-breaking development, is officially on its way to the 300-Can mark. This marks yet another significant milestone as the brand hit 200 Cans open or under development only six months ago. After establishing a loyal fanbase in the Southeast, Smalls Sliders quickly sparked […]
Bark Social has announced its newest location in Columbia, MD, making it their 5th dog-friendly social space in the U.S. Spanning 14,000 sq. ft. of yard space and an additional 2,500 sq. ft. of patio space, this landmark establishment is poised to become a favorite local hangout for both canines and their human companions. Bark […]
Target has announced The Cuddle Collab, its first exclusive collection for pets and pet lovers. The collection comprises over 180 pieces with items starting at $3 and ranging from matching accessories for dogs, cats and humans, to plush toys, flavorful treats and unique home décor. “We know shoppers turn to Target to help them care […]
EVgo, one of the nation’s largest public fast charging networks, and General Motors, are taking charging to the next level by deploying 400 fast charging stalls at flagship destinations in major metropolitan areas across the U.S. With features such as 350kW fast chargers, ample lighting, canopies, pull-through stations and security cameras, the flagship stations are […]
Ford Motor Co. and TXU Energy, Texas’ leading retail electric provider, have teamed up to create a first-of-its-kind retail energy offering for Ford electric SUV and truck customers in Texas. The TXU Free EV Miles program offers Ford EV customers the opportunity to charge their vehicle at home for free. Ford EV customers will get […]
Netflix has announced Netflix House, an experiential entertainment venue that will bring some of its most beloved titles to life. Building on previous Netflix live experiences for Bridgerton, Money Heist, Stranger Things, Squid Game, and Netflix Bites, Netflix House will go one step further and create an unforgettable venue to explore favorite Netflix stories and […]
B&B Theatres will open an unparalleled cinema and entertainment experience at American Dream in East Rutherford, NJ. Housing the largest ScreenX auditorium in the world, this announcement marks a significant expansion of B&B Theatres’ footprint in premier entertainment destinations, complementing its operation at the Mall of America. American Dream, known for its world-class shopping, dining, […]
ShopRite and its store brands Paperbird and Bowl & Basket are collaborating with P&G, Purina, Campbell’s Snacks and TerraCycle to launch a recycling program for flexible-film plastic packaging. The kiosks offer customers a place to drop off all brands of otherwise hard-to-recycle flexible-film packaging and keep waste out of landfills. ShopRite customers are encouraged to […]
Too Good To Go and Whole Foods Market have announced their nationwide initiative to save good food from going to waste whereby customers will be able to purchase Surprise Bags of surplus food items from over 450 Whole Foods Market stores across the US through the Too Good To Go app. Customers will choose between […]
Walmart recently committed to opening or converting more than 150 stores in the next five years – with the Neighborhood Market format set to benefit. Two new stores, one in the Dune Lakes area of Santa Rosa Beach, Florida, the other in the Vine City neighborhood of Atlanta, are the first to open under the […]
Meijer announced that it will open two new 159,000-square-foot supercenters in Alliance and North Canton, OH, increasing the retailer’s store count to 55 in the state. The supercenters will feature all the products Meijer customers have come to expect, including grocery staples, fresh produce, bakery, meat, and deli, as well as a floral area, garden […]
Sam’s Club has announced significant progress in its rollout of technology that resolves a key member concern, waiting in line for receipt verification to exit the club. The retailer’s first-of-its-kind application of artificial intelligence and computer vision technology has been successfully deployed in more than 120 clubs since first unveiling it at the Consumer Electronics […]
In partnership with ALDI, Grabango has launched ALDIgo checkout-free shopping at a Chicago-area grocery store. ALDI is the first major U.S. grocery retailer to deploy checkout-free technology in an existing, full-size store. The Grabango system was added to an existing ALDI store without the need to make any changes to the store’s planogram or product […]
Samsung Electronics has announced a multi-year partnership with Procter & Gamble, to launch the new Tide POD Cold wash cycle. With this first-ever Tide Cold Certified cycle, optimized for P&G’s cold water formulated detergent technology, consumers can experience great, cold wash performance on the new Bespoke AI Laundry Combo. The collaboration between Samsung and P&G […]
GE Appliances has introduced a washer designed for Hispanic consumers in the U.S. The GE Washer with Spanish-Language Panel is the first washer of its kind in the U.S.. The new washer has a Spanish-language control panel and custom features that reflect popular Hispanic consumer preferences. With Hispanics in the U.S. predicted to account for […]
bp has opened its new electric-vehicle charging site in Houston, TX, expanding its network of EV chargers in the US. The new bp pulse station is the first bp pulse branded Gigahub™ in the U.S. The Gigahub™ will offer 24 high-speed EV charge points with Tritium 150kW DC fast chargers. The chargers will be integrated […]
CITGO recently launched an electric vehicle (EV) charging pilot program designed to meet the needs of EV drivers in Battle Creek, MI. The CITGO location now offers both regular transportation fuel and EV charging stations. For added consumer convenience, EV Chargers include both Charging System (CCS) and the North American Charging Standard ( NACS) plugs. […]
Starbucks is creating a more accessible store experience across its U.S. store portfolio through an Inclusive Spaces Framework. The new design framework defines how Starbucks will help expand independence, choice and ease for all people across physical and digital spaces. The first store to be built using the inclusive design framework has opened in Washington, […]
The LEGO Group, LEGO House and the LEGO Foundation have announced a range of long-term initiatives designed to support and celebrate neurodivergent children and adults. All LEGO stores in the U.S. and Canada will be KultureCity Sensory Inclusive Certified. The certification serves as a reassurance to visitors that staff at certified venues understand how sensory […]