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Why this global CEO wants more mainstream retailers to sell sex toys

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That’s the vision of Johannes Plettenberg, CEO of the newly formed Lovehoney Group, the world’s largest sexual wellness company following the merger this week of German sex toy distributor Wow Tech Group and global online retailer Lovehoney. “It This process has already begun. Female pleasure in itself is a taboo subject.

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Buy now pay later: What’s retailers’ responsibility?

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And it’s a powerful driver with ASX-listed BNPL providers processing about $10 billion worth of purchases in Australia and New Zealand, during 2019/20, according to the RBA. million in the 2017-18 financial year to $32 million in 2018-19 representing an increase of 90 per cent. The number of BNPL transactions leapt from $16.8

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A tasty combo: When food and beauty collide

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From introducing the 10-step skincare routine to animal-themed sheet masks, micro beauty trends that started in South Korea, China and Thailand are now influencing beauty trends all over the world. Amorepacific’s 2020 fiscal reports showed revenue was down 20 per cent to $3.9 Food collaborations. The American spin-off.

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4 Methods Guaranteed to Engage Esports Consumers  

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In August 2018, a sports tournament was held in Vancouver’s Rogers Arena. The 2018 event set the record for the largest esports prize pool, beating out the previous holder, The International 2017. To put this year’s awards into perspective, here’s how they compare other 2018 sporting events: The 2018 U.S.

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First Bottega Veneta, then Lush. Why brands are quitting social media

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In July 2020, more than 1,000 global companies temporarily stopped paid advertising on Facebook in protest of the proliferation of hate speech and misinformation on the platform. Social media is the dominant form of media for many young people, and it’s an especially important channel for a more lifestyle based company such as Lush.

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Why Innovative Loyalty Card Programs Can Significantly Improve Customer Retention & Engagement

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Membership levels based upon the amount a customer spends are the most common form of loyalty program. Instead, shoppers are clamoring for instant benefits in the form of immediate discounts on their purchase (53%) and faster shipping (51%). 2018, May 15). 2020, February 9). Prescription for Cutting Costs. The Manifest.

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Proudly made in China: How Chinese consumers are reclaiming domestic brands

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Added to a growing list of national holidays in China, May 10 was declared ‘Chinese Brands Day’, an event that proudly promotes “Made in China” and an attempt to shed the counterfeit and copycat stereotypes equated with overseas brands. Even L’Oreal reportedly showed interest in acquiring the C-beauty brand in late 2018.

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