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NOVEMBER 20, 2018

online supermarket operator Ocado have unveiled a site in a Cincinnati suburb as the site of a high-tech customer fulfillment center (CFC). The Ohio facility is a warehouse that has robotic and digital functionality, Kroger said in a press release. Kroger and U.K. giving it an entry in the U.S. with the deal.

Ohio 108

Ohio America Retail Online 108

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FEBRUARY 8, 2019

Startups in the eCommerce space have long enabled their customers to experience their products in real life (“IRL”) through temporary retail shops, and now, digitally-focused brands belonging to major retailers are taking a similar approach. The four-room house, which is a mere 238 square feet, was built for the brand by Modern Tiny Living.

Charlotte 135

Charlotte Los Angeles Kansas City Branding 135

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DECEMBER 4, 2020

Online sales were up 108 percent during the quarter. In late October , Cincinnati-based Kroger announced its “Restock Kroger” program — which aims to improve shipping, distribution and the links between its online and offline businesses — would be a major boost for shareholders. billion since March.”. "As

Puerto Rico 142

Puerto Rico Oklahoma Indiana Kentucky 142

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NOVEMBER 1, 2018

Payments solution firm Paya said Thursday (November 1) that it has acquired Stewardship Technology, an Ohio-based PayFAC focused on nonprofits, faith-based organizations and educational enterprises. Onboarding of these small firms needs to happen in a streamlined manner, which is crucial as they seek to expand their donor base.

Ohio 141

Ohio Software Resources Comparison 141

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SEPTEMBER 13, 2017

The Gelson’s Markets in Valley Village/North Hollywood, California, has stocked 12 recipes by the delivery meal kit startup Chef’d. The grocer reportedly liked Chef’d for its additive- and preservative-free recipes and its compatibility with trusted chefs and brands, including the Atkins diet, the James Beard Foundation and Robert Irvine.

San Francisco 134

San Francisco Ohio Branding Retail 134

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MAY 24, 2018

Ohio-based Spangler Candy Company won the auction with a bid of just under $19 million, The Boston Globe reported. “We We started as a family-owned candy company back in 1847, [and] we’re thrilled to work with a fourth-generation candy company that brings new stewardship to our brands,” Necco Chief Executive Michael McGee told the Globe.

Boston 100

Boston Ohio Massachusetts Company 100

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SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

At DSW, we see an opportunity to acquire market share as the retail industry consolidates,” said Roger Rawlins, CEO of DSW. “We We have reinvigorated and positioned DSW to benefit, beginning with a new brand mission: We inspire self-expression.”. Our goal is to give customers a seamless, omnichannel experience.

Las Vegas 100

Las Vegas Ohio Retail Branding 100

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JANUARY 9, 2019

8) that it had acquired First Billing Services , a billing processor based in Ohio that focuses on municipalities and utilities. First Billing will continue to operate under its existing brand, the companies said on Tuesday. First Billing serves more than 600 utility and municipal government clients. The Broader Strategy.

Software 158

Software Ohio Strategy Technology 158

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APRIL 12, 2019

With the additions, Prime delivery is now online in 75 U.S. The eCommerce company further announced it has expanded its grocery pickup to Whole Foods Market to Columbus, Ohio — bringing the total number of pickup markets to 30. metros with more set to be added by Amazon by year’s end. told Adweek. It could be bigger.”.

Taxes 100

Taxes Retail Columbus Operations 100

CB Insights

NOVEMBER 6, 2018

Company Description: Founded in 2012, this Berlin-based company runs an online used car exchange via a family of sites such as Auto1.com, Company Description: The UK-based financial services company runs sites such as Compare the Market, lesfurets.com, and Beagle Street, which let people compare insurance products. Auto1 Group.

Groups 76

Groups Capital Operations Fintech 76

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SEPTEMBER 7, 2017

Headquarters: Mason, Ohio. Select Investors : CincyTech, Ohio TechAngels, Refinery Ventures. IncludeFitness has worked with demographics such as physical therapy, rehabilitation, and nursing homes, though they also target the broader fitness market. Select Investors : Brand Foundry Ventures, Lerer Hippeau Ventures, Sterling VC.

New York 48

New York Exercises Training Maryland 48

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FEBRUARY 16, 2019

After a period of relative quiet in the proliferation of mobile wallets on the digital market these days, a new “Pay” has popped up on the landscape, brought about by the largest U.S. The program, which was introduced in Columbus, Ohio, will be piloted in 10 markets before a nationwide rollout later in the year.

Apple 143

Apple Payments New York Mobile 143

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MARCH 7, 2019

There is a possibly apocryphal story of Amazon’s early days (around 2001) where Founder Jeff Bezos was invited to Bentonville, Arkansas to discuss the possibility of Walmart purchasing his still young – and, at this point, struggling – online bookstore. Customers will also be able to use the service online at Walmart.com.

Retail 101

Retail Indiana Branding Online 101