Retail Insider has released a new edition of Retail Insider the magazine, marking the first in a series of themed issues that will now be published with greater frequency. The latest release, titled the Canadian Pride Issue, highlights the resilience, innovation, and identity of Canadian retail as it navigates both challenges and opportunities in 2025.
For nearly six decades, the Montreal-based high-end salon and retailer has remained true to its roots, delighting customers with a high-touch, personalized experience.
Small businesses in Canada face economic uncertainty, cautious consumers, and high competition, requiring resilience and patience to weather the storm.
Sean Tarry, Editor-in-Chief of Retail Insider the magazine, talks about the stories and issues being covered, where to find the publication, the concept and how it's different from the daily Retail Insider news website, and what's next for the magazine.
Sean Tarry talks about the feedback from the first issue and how it went, preparation for the second issue, the use of a variety of writers and experts, topics and issues to be discussed in the second issue and what lies ahead for the publication.
The innovative concept, with a goal of being fast and efficient, recognizes that consumers are expecting digital tech even in physical stores. Data is another bonus to the cashier-less retailer which is expected to become a household name.
Liza Amlani says that retailer and brands need to place greater focus and emphasis on improving sustainable production practices as consumers demand it.