Customer & Market Strategy

Pinterest appoints Ulta Beauty CEO Kecia Steelman to its board, a strategic move to fuse retail expertise with its AI-powered shopping and Gen Z ambitions.

With the AI services market heating up, Bitwise appoints Sarith Sabarinath to sharpen its narrative and drive global growth. Here's why the move is critical.

A dramatic party-switch resignation triggers a fierce political battle in a key Toronto riding, drawing high-profile candidates and provincial attention.

A new report reveals AI-themed ads failed to connect with viewers, while heartfelt, human-centric stories from brands like the NFL and Budweiser won the night.

Hiab's strategic partnership with Manitowoc subsidiary MGX Equipment Services radically expands its US footprint, targeting booming construction markets.

CR Fitness Holdings announces a 43,000 sq ft Crunch gym in Maitland, signaling a major move in Central Florida's competitive fitness market.

ODU economists predict a stark 2026 for Virginia, citing massive federal job losses, a housing crisis, and a growing divide between the rich and poor.

A new study shows shoppers love AI for research, but decision overload persists, forcing retailers to rethink their entire strategy in an AI-driven world.

As GLP-1 drugs dominate, Veru Inc. advances a novel therapy to combat muscle loss, aiming for a new standard of 'quality' weight loss in older adults.

R1 secures 'Best in KLAS' for the 7th straight year. We dive into the AI tech and expert services transforming hospital finances across the U.S.

Celcuity prepares for a key fireside chat at Guggenheim's 2026 summit, with investors eyeing crucial updates on its lead cancer drug, gedatolisib.

The parent of Applebee's and IHOP adds franchise experts Rick Silva and Amanda Clark to its board, signaling a focus on growth and governance.

As fraudulent hospice claims top $3 billion, a new private certification program hopes to restore trust and protect vulnerable end-of-life patients.

An AI firm is hiring a brain expert to make its sales bots more trustworthy. The move signals a new frontier where empathy and ethics are key differentiators.

A new survey shows Canadians are cutting back on dating due to costs, with Gen Z leading the charge for financial transparency and frugal romance.

A new partnership embeds on-demand vehicle pickup and delivery into Dealerware's platform, aiming to solve key operational hurdles for automotive retailers.

With elite foam technology at a sub-$80 price, ALLSWIFIT's new Active5K shoe aims to democratize performance for the everyday runner. Is this the end of pricey sneakers?

In a major strategic shift, Coleto Brands brings its two lighting powerhouses, Kichler and Progress, together for a unified, immersive experience at KBIS 2026.

The wellness app's new podcast, born from personal struggle, offers science-backed advice from top experts in a booming and often confusing industry.

As costs rise, a new $35M grant program will fund 70 nonprofits working to stabilize and strengthen finances for low-income American families.