Tag Archives: Macy's

Jan16

Retail Talent “Speed Networking” at NRF’s Annual Convention

By Elisabeth Greenberg, Student Blogger, Fashion Institute of Technology | Published: January 16, 2012
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“Buzz, Buzz.” My alarm went off at exactly 6am. The NRF BIG Show had finally begun for me. I gathered all of my professional credentials and headed for the train. “New York City, here I come!” For retailers, this day was filled with seminars. But for us students, we had a chance to meet and [...]

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Apr18

Florida State University’s Retail Center: shaping tomorrow’s leaders and advancing retailing

By Kelley Hundahl Zocks, Manager of Program and Outreach Services, NRF Foundation | Published: April 18, 2011
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As colleges and universities get ready to send out a new crop of graduates into the working world this Spring, we decided now would be a good time to check in with one of our university partners, Florida State University, and find out what’s happening at their Center for Retail Merchandising and Product Development. We [...]

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Jan10

Retail Recruiting: Speed Networking Style

By Maria Roberts, Student Blogger, Fashion Institute of Technology | Published: January 10, 2011
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The networking luncheon for students and retailers was a fast-paced and high energy event that took place at NRF’s BIG Show on Sunday. The event kicked-off with a welcome message from Mr. Kip Tindell, CEO of The Container Store. In his speech, there were two great messages that he shared — the first being: “Retail is Detail”. [...]

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Nov18

Macy’s CEO on turning a part-time seasonal position into a full-time retail career

By Kelley Hundahl Zocks, Manager of Program and Outreach Services, NRF Foundation | Published: November 18, 2010
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Over a year ago, we highlighted an interview with Terry Lundgren, President, Chairman and CEO of Macy’s, Inc. In that interview, Mr. Lundgren shared why he loves this business. After 30 years working in retail, he said: “The constant change. You can’t stand still in retailing. You must always be innovating and pushing the envelope. [...]

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Feb16

You’ve told the one you love, so now tell us… why you love retail!

By Corinne Hirsch, NRF Foundation | Published: February 16, 2010
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Valentine’s Day is over.  You bought the flowers, the gifts and shared the romantic dinner. I can’t help but think about a different kind of love – a love for working in retail. What I love about this industry is that it provides a niche for everyone, whether it’s sales, marketing, buying, supply chain or [...]

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