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    Andy Smith

    Andy Smith is a veteran journalist and copywriter. Andy writes about hospitality, retail, senior living and higher education topics for influence group.
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    Inside the Expansion of Foxtrot: The Digitally Native Corner Store

    As it gradually transitions from a few dozen stores to a national brand, Foxtrot looks to be handling its growth with grace as it works on optimizing delivery, pick-up, and in-store experience.

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    How COVID-19 is Affecting Store Development + Design

    Do hot sauce and a discussion about the current state of physical retail go together? 

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    Heath Carr of Shinola on Community-Driven Retail and Store Design

    Dressed in khakis with no facial hair, visible piercings, or tattoos, Heath Carr’s look belies his role as COO of Shinola, the brand Adweek labels  “the coolest in America.”Carr sat down with RetailSpaces founder Michael Owens to discuss Shinola’s...

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